Strong employee participation starts with a Works Council that knows when and how to make an impact. It’s not just about understanding the law — it’s about knowing how decision-making really works.
Our training offers:
Every training is tailor-made — from one-day sessions to multi-day programs — designed around your specific needs, industry, and context.
We make sure everything you learn can be applied directly in practice.
No standard lectures — but hands-on learning that strengthens your Works Council, both in everyday practice and when the stakes are high.
We also design tailor-made trainings that fit your specific needs or themes — for example on health & safety, sustainable employability, finance for Works Councils, and much more.
For new members or a newly established Works Council, finding the right role can be a challenge. What exactly can a Works Council do? How does decision-making work? And what’s the best way to collaborate with management?
In our Works Council Essentials training, you’ll learn the fundamentals. You’ll get familiar with the Works Councils Act (WOR), understand how decision-making really works, and gain practical tools to apply your rights effectively from day one.
After this training, your Works Council will stand stronger, more confident, and ready to make an impact.
Every Works Council will sooner or later deal with topics that require formal consultation or consent.
But how do you assess management’s proposals? How do you formulate a well-reasoned response? And how do you stay in control of the process?
In this training, you’ll learn not only the legal framework of the Works Councils Act (WOR), but, more importantly, how to apply it effectively in practice. We focus on insight, strategy, and communication: how to make your message heard and taken seriously.
This way, your Works Council strengthens its formal influence in everyday decision-making. With more confidence, structure, and authority. Ideal for Works Councils preparing for their first major request or looking to deepen their expertise.
A stronger council starts with a stronger team
A Works Council is only as strong as the team behind it. In this training, we focus on team dynamics, role clarity, and effective internal communication.
You’ll learn how to make decisions more efficiently, work constructively with management, and handle differences within the council.
The result: a Works Council that acts as one. Confident, united, and ready to make real impact.
Confident and effective decision-making in complex transitions
An advisory process during a reorganization, merger or acquisition is often intense and high-stakes. The impact on the organization and its people can be significant.
How do you define your position? Where is there room to influence the outcome? And how do you stay in control in a politically sensitive process?
In this training, you’ll learn how to approach complex advisory requests strategically and systematically. You’ll practice analyzing proposals, forming well-founded positions, and writing persuasive advisory letters. We also focus on communication with management, HR and employees especially when pressure rises.
Afterwards, your Works Council will be equipped to act with confidence, clarity and strategic influence even in the most challenging transitions.
Our support doesn’t end when the last session does. We work with your real-life cases, use realistic role plays, and provide practical tools such as checklists and sample documents.
We also offer optional follow-up support, including reflection sessions, case discussions, or coaching on how to apply what you’ve learned in practice.
These extra steps ensure that the learning truly sticks and makes a lasting impact.
Our trainings are designed for both new and experienced Works Councils whether you’re just starting out or navigating a complex change process.
They’re also valuable for executives and HR professionals who want to strengthen their collaboration with the Works Council.
We’ll help you build the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a real impact.
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