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How UCH halved dropout rates in vocational education with simple initiatives in HubSpot

Uddannelsescenter Holstebro (UCH) has achieved a significant reduction in dropout rates among students enrolling in vocational education through a new pre-boarding process and targeted use of HubSpot. By combining physical meetings, individual landing pages, and automated SMS notifications, UCH ensures that students feel well-prepared for their start. The result? Dropout rates have been nearly halved, and students arrive with greater confidence and clarity about their choice.

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A comprehensive solution that creates confidence

UCH, one of Denmark’s largest educational institutions with approximately 9,000 students annually, faced a challenge: reducing the dropout rate among students who enrolled in vocational education but never showed up for their first day. And as we know, a lot can happen in five months in the lives of young people, which makes it crucial to keep them engaged.

By leveraging HubSpot to create an integrated digital solution that combines automation, personalization, and effective communication flows, UCH has made it possible to design a supportive and engaging journey for young students—from enrollment to their first day at school.

The new pre-boarding process, where physical meetings are seamlessly combined with digital initiatives, ensures that students feel seen, heard, and well-prepared. With individual landing pages and automated SMS notifications, students also receive relevant and practical information throughout the process, helping them feel confident and ready to begin their education.

How HubSpot connects data and communication

With a smart and automated solution in HubSpot, UCH has created an efficient system that reduces administrative work while improving communication with incoming students.

 

When young people start a new education, they enter a new world filled with uncertainties. Therefore, it was crucial to establish a stable flow of information to ensure that every student feels welcomed and supported.

 

 

Personalized and targeted communication
UCH’s pre-boarding process leverages HubSpot’s capabilities to create individual landing pages using CRM data and personalization tokens.

 

The process begins as soon as a student enrolls. Immediately, they can book an appointment with a guidance counselor and log in to a personalized landing page containing relevant information about their chosen program. Logging in is simple, using only the email address associated with their enrollment.

 

Initially, the new student receives guidance on where to direct questions. As the start date approaches, more practical information is shared, such as where to meet on the first day, what to bring, where the cafeteria is located, and what to do regarding work clothes.

Additional resources include a class schedule for the first weeks, videos introducing key contacts, and a virtual tour of the school—ensuring that the unfamiliar becomes familiar.

 

SMS notifications serve as reminders and provide quick access to essential information. This channel is particularly effective for the target audience, who rarely check emails or e-Boks.

 

 

Automated data management
By integrating HubSpot with Lectio, student data is automatically imported, allowing new students to be added to the system without manual effort. This integration simplifies tracking student status and ensures that all communication is both targeted and personalized.

 

 

With the new pre-boarding process, UCH has achieved remarkable results in a short period.

The dropout rate among students enrolling in vocational education has been nearly halved - from 13% to 7%!

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When we approached MCB, we only had a general idea of what we wanted to achieve – reducing dropout rates and creating a better experience for our incoming students. MCB took our ideas and turned them into a user-friendly and effective solution tailored perfectly to our needs.

 

They got us up and running incredibly quickly, and with their expertise in HubSpot, they helped us fully leverage the platform’s potential, especially in terms of personalization and automation. This has provided us with a flexible solution that has continuously evolved as the project progressed. Moreover, it has been a cost-competitive solution that delivers on every front.

 

We are very satisfied with the results!

 

 

Rasmus, UCH 

RASMUS DØJ

Kommunikationschef at UCH

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Targeted marketing with data from HubSpot

UCH has achieved a more precise and effective marketing strategy by utilizing CRM data from HubSpot to create lookalike audiences. When all GF1 students are automatically imported into the system, these audiences can be quickly and easily generated based on their behavior and profiles.

This approach gives UCH a unique opportunity to reach an otherwise diffuse audience with targeted messages that create greater relevance and engagement. By understanding students’ behavior and interests, UCH can sharpen its marketing efforts, optimize campaigns, and effectively reach more potential students.

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A solution that reaches further

Following the success in reducing dropout rates in vocational education, UCH is now working to expand the solution to other educational areas. High schools, adult education, and GF2 programs also require a targeted approach that fosters confidence and ensures students feel well-prepared for their start.

Adult education, in particular, demands a different type of communication, as these students have often been away from the educational system for an extended period. With tailored information and guidance, UCH aims to provide a warm welcome and a secure journey for all their educational groups.

Who is UCH?

Uddannelsescenter Holstebro (UCH) is a dynamic and ambitious educational institution located in Holstebro. With approximately 9,000 students and course participants annually and 350 dedicated employees, UCH offers a wide range of educational opportunities. These include two upper secondary programs, HHX and HTX, over 20 vocational education programs such as gastronomy, carpentry, business, and electrical training, as well as an extensive selection of courses in areas like transport, logistics, and business.

 

UCH operates across four locations in Holstebro and is known for combining tradition with innovation. The institution has strong connections to both businesses and higher education institutions, ensuring that students benefit from relevant and practical learning experiences. Additionally, UCH is a UNESCO Global Goals School, meaning it integrates the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals into its teaching and activities to promote a sustainable future.

 

With a focus on academic excellence, community, and innovation, UCH is committed to creating the best possible framework for learning and development for both young and adult learners.

 

Rasmus Høegh Refstrup
Customer Manager

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