The Swiss commercial apprenticeship (KV) has been reformed to focus less on static knowledge and more on five key competencies: agile working, networked communication, process coordination, customer/supplier relationships, and digital technologies. These competencies are essential in today’s fast-changing, digital, and AI-driven world.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already shaping everyday business life, from automated emails to data-based decision-making. To use AI effectively, learners need skills in prompting, data literacy, tool competence, and critical thinking.
But there’s a catch: AI is global – and English is its language. Most research, tools, tutorials, and even the most effective prompts are in English. Without strong English skills, it is easy to fall behind in innovation and international collaboration.
This is where Cambridge English Certificates come in. A qualification such as Cambridge B2 First not only proves language ability but also boosts confidence, improves career prospects, and enables a deeper understanding of complex technologies. Employers see such a certificate as a mark of readiness for both the global business world and technological transformation.
In the new KV, success comes from combining action competencies, AI literacy, and certified English skills. A Cambridge Certificate is therefore much more than an exam – it is a key to mastering AI, thriving internationally, and building a sustainable career
Find more details in the German version of the article here.