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professionalization
The process by which an activity, organization, or person becomes more professional, i.e. develops and applies higher standards in terms of quality, efficiency, and expertise.
Die Professionalisierung des Marketings hat zu besseren Verkaufsergebnissen geführt.
The professionalization of marketing has led to better sales results.
professionalization
The sociological process in which an occupational field develops into a recognized profession. This typically includes the establishment of training standards, professional associations, and ethical codes.
Die Professionalisierung der Krankenpflege im 19. Jahrhundert war ein wichtiger Schritt für das Gesundheitswesen.
The professionalization of nursing in the 19th century was an important step for healthcare.
This word is derived from 'professionell' (professional). The ending '-isierung' describes a process of putting something into a certain state, and the ending '-ung' makes it a feminine noun that names this process.
Die Professionalisierung des Vereins wurde von allen Mitgliedern begrüßt.
The professionalization of the association was welcomed by all members.
The word belongs to a family of terms related to 'Beruf' (profession/occupation) and 'Fachwissen' (expertise): 'der Profi' (the professional), 'professionell' (professional), and 'die Profession' (the profession). They all share the idea of high competence.
Er ist ein echter Profi, denn er arbeitet sehr professionell.
He is a real professional because he works very professionally.
'Professionalisierung' (professionalization) is a formal word used mainly in professional, academic, or administrative contexts. It is rather rare in everyday language.
Im Geschäftsbericht wurde die fortschreitende Professionalisierung der internen Abläufe gelobt.
The annual report praised the ongoing professionalization of internal processes.
It is often specified what is becoming more professional, usually with 'von' + dative or a genitive. Typical verbs are 'vorantreiben' (to advance), 'fördern' (to promote), or 'beitragen zu' (to contribute to).
Die Digitalisierung trägt zur Professionalisierung vieler Branchen bei.
Digitalization contributes to the professionalization of many industries.
