Competitions and Awards

Through competitions and awards, the DIHK, together with the IHK organization, showcases entrepreneurial achievements, innovation, and exceptional commitment. Companies, apprentices, and projects that exemplify the strength and diversity of the German economy are recognized.

National Best Excellence Award | Nationale Bestenehrung

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National Best Excellence Award | Nationale Bestenehrung

The National Best Excellence Award by the DIHK annually honors outstanding graduates of IHK training programs. It showcases the top performances achievable in the dual system and underscores the importance of well-trained professionals for Germany's economy.

IHK Education Award

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IHK Education Award

The IHK Education Award recognizes companies every two years that set standards in training and further education with innovative solutions. It highlights how dedicated companies promote skilled workers and secure the future.

IHK Award for Business Journalism - Ernst Schneider

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IHK Award for Economic Journalism Ernst Schneider

The IHK Award for Economic Journalism "Ernst Schneider" honours outstanding journalistic contributions that explain economic connections understandably, relevantly, and creatively. This award is one of the most prestigious media prizes in the German-speaking world.

DIHK International School Competition

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DIHK Competition for German Schools Abroad – Students Build Bridges Worldwide

With the DIHK International School Competition under the motto "Students build bridges worldwide," the DIHK promotes outstanding projects of German international schools. The focus is on ideas that interlink economy, society, and education – from digital innovation and sustainability projects...

Event Archive

Gruppenbild Bestenehrung 2025
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Skilled Workforce and Education

National Best Excellence Award 2025

Whether specialist in wastewater technology, microtechnologist or track builder: In 2025, the top graduates of the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) professions were honoured nationwide with top grades – at the 20th National Best Honour on December 8 in Berlin.