In this paper I try to analyse elements of an neoliberal rationality in the field of further education. Therefore, I will introduce the concept of governmentality and the genealogy of the governmentality studies. I will identify a few elements of the common art of government, which are presented in the studies of governmentality. Afterwards, the debate about quality management in German adult education is explained, and common models of quality assurance are introduced. In the next step, these two parts will be combined.