The qualification structure recognises Bachelor's, Master' and doctoral levels as defined by the Bologna process.

The qualification structure can be broken down into phases.

It has a logical qualification structure that incorporates Certificates, a Diploma and an Advance Diploma covering all aspects of business administration and management.

In 1988, the qualification structure of this round changed.

This qualification structure results in a maximum of 270 competitors in each event of the championships.

It meant better working conditions and a significant increase in the number of employees involving their better qualification structure.

Despite the change to the qualification structure, there were concerns raised by Australia and Canada about the timing of the tournament.

Finally, there is a need to nurture a real education and training culture in Europe, particularly through the creation of a European qualification structure.

The OBS offers a three-tier qualification structure of management courses to suit managers at all stages in their career development.

Its primary task is to ensure a sustainable international development and it is working with the IOC to develop the qualification structure.