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We are delighted to share that Gisma University of Applied Sciences has been awarded an overall rating of 4 QS Stars, reaffirming our strong academic standing, international outlook, and commitment to delivering high-quality, future-focused education to students from around the world. This prestigious recognition comes from the internationally respected QS Stars framework, which evaluates universities

Eight months after the new digital accessibility law came into force, a clear picture is emerging: measurable improvements are visible, yet comprehensive digital accessibility has not been achieved.We analysed 245 websites across ten key sectors and reassessed them using the same methodology as in March 2025. Within one year, the share of fully accessible websites

In many countries that are popular destinations for Erasmus students, the monthly grant is not enough to cover actual living costs. This was revealed by our analysis. Erasmus is a European Union-funded exchange programme that supports students undertaking multi-month study periods abroad. Shortly before the central application deadlines for the 2026/27 academic year at the

What Are the Common Requirements for the Highest-Paying Jobs in Germany? Specific requirements vary for the top paying jobs in Germany, but a pattern does emerge for landing a role in these sectors: Top 10 Highest-Paying Jobs in Germany Here are the top 10 highest-paying jobs in Germany based on the current salary data from

What Is Financial Accounting? Financial accounting refers to the systematic process of recording, summarising, and reporting a company’s financial transactions. Its primary purpose is to communicate accurate and standardised financial information to external stakeholders, including investors, creditors, financial institutions, regulators, and tax authorities. Financial accounting is guided by established principles such as the International Financial

Berlin, January 14, 2025 – On the occasion of Wikipedia’s upcoming anniversary, the Gisma University of Applied Sciences (www.gisma.com) examined how knowledge about major publicly listed companies is represented differently on Wikipedia and Grokipedia. The analysis compares the source structures of entries on the 40 largest publicly listed companies in Germany across both platforms. In

For this analysis, all entries on the 40 DAX companies on Wikipedia and Grokipedia were examined. In total, 8,443 sources were included in the evaluation—3,012 on Wikipedia and 5,430 on Grokipedia. Grokipedia therefore lists around 80 percent more sources than Wikipedia. However, the differences between the two platforms are less evident in the sheer number

Average Salary in Germany by Industry Understanding the average salary in Germany is essential for anyone considering career opportunities in Europe’s strongest economy. Whether you’re exploring a job in Germany as an international professional or planning your studies, salary in Germany vary significantly across industries, experience levels and regions. This comprehensive guide explores salary trends

What is project management? Project management is the art and science of planning, organising, and executing a project from start to finish. It involves coordinating people, time, and resources to achieve specific goals efficiently. In simple terms, it’s how great ideas become successful outcomes. Project Management Process Overview The project management process generally includes five

What is Supply Chain Management? Picture this: a smartphone is born. Production starts with raw minerals mined on one continent. Components are manufactured on another. Software is developed somewhere else entirely. These materials then travel across oceans to be assembled, packaged, and delivered into your hands. The coordination behind every step of that process is