Details
Anmelde-Nr.
ST27-00423
Termin
11.10.2027 - 15.10.2027
Preis
auf Anfrage
Inspire. Connect. Evolve.
Germany is home to one of the world’s most successful cooperative banking systems. Regional roots, a strong innovation focus, and sustainable growth make cooperative banks a key pillar of the financial sector.
This Open Study Tour brings together international cooperative leaders and executives to gain practical insights into strategies, innovations, and leadership approaches, to exchange ideas with peers from different cooperatives or countries and to explore new perspectives for the future of cooperative banking.
The program blends expert-led sessions with inspiring cultural experiences. Translation support into Portuguese (AI or human) ensures full understanding for all participants, making the week engaging, interactive, and far from purely theoretical.
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TARGET GROUP
This event is designed for international leaders from cooperative banks and organizations who are engaged with strategic future-oriented issues, leadership, and transformation within a cooperative context.
TAKE-AWAYS FOR PARTICIPANTS
- Insights into the German cooperative banking system – discover its unique structures, practices, and innovative approaches
- Executive learning at the ADG Campus – interactive sessions with experienced experts
- International exchange with peers – networking, sharing best practices, building global connections
- Practical inspiration – discover tools, approaches and strategies applied in German cooperative banks
- Discover Germany – cultural highlights and shared excursions to create space for reflection and informal exchange
SAMPLE PROGRAM - 4.5 INSPIRING DAYS
Monday
Academy Day: “Introduction to the German Cooperative Banking System and Key Challenges”.Tuesday
Explore & Enjoy-Tour into the homeland of Raiffeisen.
Cultural visit to Cologne Cathedral and city highlights.Wednesday
Academy Day: “Strategy development”.
Afternoon free for exploration.Thursday
Academy Day: “Resilient Leadership in Times of Change”.
Explore & Enjoy tour: Getting to know the Middle Rhine Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Friday
Academy Day: “Cooperative Competitiveness & Values for the future”.
Departure after lunch.Click here for further English information (PDF).Click here for further Portuguese information (PDF).REGISTRATION
- Date: October 11th – 15th, 2027
- Training location: ADG (Academy of German Cooperatives)
- Accommodation: Hotel Schloss Montabaur, Germany
- Registration deadline: August 15th, 2027.
- No group registration is necessary. You may register individually.
- We reserve the right to cancel the program if the minimum number of 15 participants is not reached.
If you like to register or if you have further questions, please contact Katja Guthörl.
Q & A
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can participate in the Open Study Tour?
The programme is designed for leaders from cooperative banks and cooperative organisations who are interested in leadership, innovation, transformation and international exchange.Can individuals register?
Yes. Unlike our customised Study Tours for closed groups, the Open Study Tour is open to individual participants as well as small delegationsIs Portuguese language support available?
Yes. Portuguese translation support will be provided throughout the programme.Will participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants will receive a certificate of participation from the Academy of German Cooperatives (ADG).Can registrations be submitted through an agency?
Yes. Registrations may be submitted either through an agency or directly by the participant’s employer or cooperative organisation. As this is a professional executive education programme, participation is reserved for representatives of organisations and companies. Private registrations outside a business or institutional context are not eligible.What if a client is interested in a closed-group programme instead?
The Open Study Tour complements our customised Study Tours for closed groups. We are happy to develop tailored programmes based on the specific objectives, interests and preferred travel dates of your organisation.Where can I find more information?
Further details, including the programme brochure, are available on the Open Study Tour website and the International Study Tours overview page