Germany is an especially attractive business location for many professionals; it is the biggest market within the European Union (EU) and in addition, worldwide the 4th largest industrial nation following the USA, Japan and China with a gross domestic product (GDP) of 2.7 billion Euros (status: 2013). The German economy is primarily focused on the provision of services as well as the automotive, chemical and electro-technology industries, whose products are internationally appraised with the quality seal "Made in Germany". Moreover, Germany is world renowned for its leading innovations and technology. This is especially due to the German talent for good organisation and diligent work ethic. The export trade plays an integral part within the German economy. Every fifth job position depends on foreign trade directly or indirectly. In 2009, Germany was the second biggest goods exporter worldwide, with an export volume of 1.121 million US-dollars, just after it was given the title of globa