Krauthammer has a philosophy of life-long learning at the very core of its culture. Krauthammer University (KU) is both the fountainhead and heart of our organisation. Here we create new knowledge, develop and implement new strategic directions, exchange best practices and provide our consultants and supporting staff with behavioural training and cognitive learning through exposure to external thought leaders.

Boarding

Within Krauthammer the training and education of our consultants to deliver our services is called “formation” (a heritage of our founder) and the people who deliver the formation “formateurs”. The core of the formation? Pedagogical and didactical principles, acquisition of Krauthammer’s modular content, training, coaching and consulting practice and tools. Finally, underpinning all, an attitude that promotes Krauthammer’s vision of ‘bringing out the best in people’.

“During my first Krauthammer University attendance, I discovered hidden skills and abilities within myself and it felt like finding "new rooms in my old house”. I feel the same about the learning process, it’s like opening doors and suddenly a new and amazing “room” inside myself to develop has been revealed.”
Javier Fernandez Montijano, Senior Consultant. With Krauthammer since 2004. Office: Barcelona.

“My first Krauthammer University in the summer of 2007 was my first “European” experience too. Getting to know new colleagues and formateurs, working long hours, being stretched to my limit and seeing my potential.”
Gary Chu, Consultant. With Krauthammer since 2007. Office: Beijing.

Developing

Each consultant receives from two to four weeks of intense training per year at Krauthammer University. Designed to bring out the best in our consultants, this further enhances their core skill set. From consulting, training and coaching skills, to leadership, sales, and negotiation.

“The best memories reside in spending time with colleagues, challenging and coaching each other on deep personal issues. The energy in this company, on getting the best out of people, is really living performance.”
Erik Hoekstra, Managing Partner. With Krauthammer since 2001. Office: Noordwijk.

Exchanging

External experts
During KU, external experts are invited to share and teach us the additional knowledge we need to perform in our profession. For example the Center for Strategy and Leadership runs courses in strategic and leadership thinking, the Pim Mulier Organisation supports Krauthammer’s Health faculty and professionals are invited to lecture on specific trends and developments linked to our core business of behaviour change.

Krauthammer clients
Krauthammer University welcomes clients from all over the world. It is their platform to prepare upcoming programmes with us and to  train their own trainers in a consistent, proven methodology. With clear and impactful didactics. In a spirit of open collaboration and positive confrontation.

“I had the possibility to get wider information about global HR trends, as well as to hear best practices and get familiar with the Krauthammer University team, also to meet and communicate with other colleagues involved in HR. The VIP Forum was well organised, beneficial and every talk, information and idea is of great value. Thank you for a great session.”
Mrs. Laura Baltakiene, Director, Training & Development, Teva.

“Now I see what's behind the scenes I am even more impressed than before. This was a highly interesting journey into Krauthammer's teaching and improvement processes and I really felt like a VIP all along. Thanks and congratulations!”
Mr Sami Hamida, Head of Learning and Development, BNP Paribas.