DAV, German Foreign Trade and Transport Academy

What DAV, German Foreign Trade and Transport Academy does

DAV (Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie), founded in 1959 and operating in Bremen since 1960, is a private educational institution specializing in logistics, foreign trade, and supply chain management education. It is organized under the Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL) and since summer 2022 has operated as SRH Campus Bremen within the SRH University network, Germany's third-largest private university group. DAV's core academic offerings comprise two Bachelor of Arts programs — Internationales Logistikmanagement (full-time and part-time) and Digital Supply Chain Management (part-time, launched 2021) — plus a BWL Dual online-live program (launched 2022) and a portfolio of IHK-certified Fachwirt continuing education tracks covering Güterverkehr & Logistik, Logistiksysteme, Wirtschaftsfachwirt, and Handelsfachwirt. Corporate-facing services include the annual USSV career fair (since 1994), Kaminabende networking evenings, and a twice-yearly JobWall.

The revenue model is primarily tuition-driven. Bachelor tuition is largely state-subsidized via the Aufstiegs-BAföG program (up to €15,000 per qualifying student), while continuing-education courses are priced per program at €4,490 (Fachwirt für Güterverkehr und Logistik) and €3,295 plus optional €1,195 exam-prep (Fachwirt für Logistiksysteme). Corporate Praxispartner sponsor dual-study scholarships and contribute through the Förderbeirat industry advisory body, providing a secondary revenue stream via recruitment events and training services. Underlying technology is modest and education-focused: an eCampus learning management system (dav-ecampus.de/eduworx), HubSpot-driven consultation scheduling, and a LinkedIn B2B presence — with no proprietary AI or advanced platform infrastructure.

DAV serves a bivalent customer base: B2C individual learners (apprentices and logistics professionals typically aged 20–40 seeking IHK certifications or accelerated bachelor's degrees) and B2B corporate employers (logistics, freight forwarding, manufacturing, and automotive companies). As of 2024, the institution relocated to a new modern campus in Bremen's Überseestadt, co-located with the Berufsschule für Großhandel, Außenhandel und Verkehr. DAV reports 6,000+ alumni since founding, accounts for 8.3% of all German Fachwirt für Güterverkehr und Logistik IHK examination participants nationwide, and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (since 2019). Its Förderpartner network includes Gebrüder Weiss, VIEROL, BLG Logistics, Rhenus, MOSOLF, LESCHACO, and Duvenbeck, with international study-pathway partners at Heriot-Watt (Scotland), Liverpool John Moores (England), and ECBM (London).

Name

DAV, German Foreign Trade and Transport Academy

Legal name

DAV, Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie

Website

https://dav-akademie.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DAV is a Bremen-based private logistics education institution operating as SRH Campus Bremen since 2022, offering Bachelor of Arts and IHK-certified Fachwirt programs for logistics professionals, supported by a corporate Förderpartner network and 6,000+ alumni.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Higher Education

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Higher Education Course Design & Online Program Development (EDAGAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Learning Experience Design (LXD) & UX for Learning (EDAGAKAF)

Keywords

• Logistics higher education
• Supply chain management training
• Logistics professional certification
• Foreign trade education
• Vocational bachelor programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bremen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Course Fees: Students pay tuition for bachelor's programs and professional development courses (Fachwirt programs). Many students utilize state subsidies including Aufstiegs-BAföG (up to €15,000 grant). Companies often cover tuition as practice partners or through scholarships.
2. Corporate Training and Recruitment Services: DAV provides recruitment services, hosts corporate events (Kaminabende), manages job wall postings, and offers company-specific training programs. Förderpartner (sponsoring partners) provide financial support for teaching operations.
3. Dual Study Program Partnerships: Companies as Praxispartner fund student tuition and often pay additional internship salaries. Programs run at multiple SRH campuses across Germany.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DAV (Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie) is a private higher education institution based in Bremen that delivers logistics and supply chain management education. It offers a 2-year accelerated Bachelor of Arts program (Internationales Logistikmanagement), a part-time B.A. in Digital Supply Chain Management, several IHK-certified Fachwirt continuing education programs, and a dual BWL study program. Coursework is delivered through on-campus lectures, online-live formats, and the eCampus digital learning platform, primarily targeting working professionals and apprentices in logistics.

Product overview

DAV (Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie) is an educational institution offering a portfolio of degree programs and continuing education certifications in logistics and supply chain management. The core academic offerings include two Bachelor of Arts programs: Internationales Logistikmanagement (available full-time and part-time) and Digital Supply Chain Management (part-time). These are complemented by IHK-certified continuing education programs including Fachwirt:in for Güterverkehr & Logistik, Logistiksysteme, Wirtschaftsfachwirt:in, and Handelsfachwirt:in. A new BWL Dual program offers vocational-integrated study via online-live format. The institution also facilitates recruitment through annual events like USSV (companies presenting themselves) and Kaminabende (evening networking sessions). DAV operates the eCampus/eduworx digital learning platform. All programs are delivered at the Bremen campus, with the new campus in Überseestadt opened in 2024, and the institution has been part of SRH Universities since 2022.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Internationales Logistikmanagement (Bachelor of Arts) Full-time and part-time Bachelor of Arts program offering a 2-year accelerated dual qualification (B.A. + state-certified Betriebswirt) in international logistics management. Designed for apprentices and young professionals in logistics, freight forwarding, and supply chain management seeking management careers. Combines BWL foundation with logistics specialization.
• Digital Supply Chain Management (Bachelor of Arts) Part-time Bachelor of Arts program focused on internal optimization of IT processes, combining operational business with IT and digitalization. Prepares students for the interface between logistics and technology.
• Fachwirt:in für Güterverkehr & Logistik (IHK) IHK-certified continuing education program for logistics professionals seeking middle management positions. Taught Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings over 18 months. Covers logistics services development, marketing, operations, and leadership. Course fee: €4,490 plus separate IHK exam fees.
• Fachwirt:in für Logistiksysteme (IHK) IHK-certified continuing education program for logistics systems specialists, particularly suited for warehouse logistics professionals. Delivered through BME Akademie partnership in Hannover over 8 modules in 10 months. Course fee: €3,295 with optional written exam preparation for €1,195.
• Wirtschaftsfachwirt:in (IHK) IHK-certified continuing education program for business all-rounders, suitable for trained office clerks wanting to expand their business knowledge across multiple domains.
• Handelsfachwirt:in (IHK) IHK-certified continuing education program for those with wholesale, foreign trade, or retail apprenticeships seeking expanded business and management knowledge.
• BWL Dual (Online-Live) Vocational-integrated Bachelor of Arts delivered through weekly online livestream lectures plus in-person seminars each semester. Four specializations available: Project Management, Risk Management & Insurance, Sports Management, or Logistics Management (for those without apprenticeship). Start: October 4, 2027.
• eCampus / eduworx Learning Platform Digital learning platform providing online access to educational materials and resources for DAV students. Part of the SRH campus digital infrastructure, accessible at dav-ecampus.de/eduworx.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8.3% of all German Fachwirt exam participants nationwide come from DAV, indicating high exam pass rates
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• BS GAV (Berufsschule für Großhandel, Außenhandel und Verkehr)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2024Co-location partner sharing the new Campus West in Bremen's Überseestadt. One of the largest vocational schools in the region for commercial professions in wholesale, foreign trade, and transportation. Joint opening celebration August 2024.
• VIEROL AG (Oldenburg)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 September 2023Automotive specialist and newest Förderpartner as of September 2023. Family company delivering 50,000+ vehicle parts to 125 countries. Opened seminar room on 'Evolution of Mobility' at DAV. Supports students with practice topics around foreign trade, global logistics, and supply chain management.
• Kühne-Stiftung (Kühne Foundation)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 June 2023SRH University supports Kühne Foundation's international logistics education program 'LEED' (Logistics Education - Emerging & Developing Countries). DAV faculty contribute as lecturers at African universities. Foundation building logistics programs in six African countries.
• MOSOLF (Internationale Automobillogistik)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2023Long-term Förderpartner. Dr. Jörg Mosolf serves as Chairman of the Board (CEO). Major player in automotive logistics, active in Förderbeirat meetings discussing industry workforce development.
• Rhenus GroupmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2023Long-term Förderpartner. Udo Klöpping (Head of Global HR Port Logistics) participated in Förderbeirat meeting. Major international logistics service provider.
• LESCHACOmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2023Long-standing Förderpartner of DAV. Global freight forwarding and logistics company with focus on sea freight, air freight, and contract logistics.
• BLG Logistics GroupmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2023Long-standing Förderpartner and major Bremen-based logistics group. Specializes in automobile, contract, and container logistics.
• DuvenbeckmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 April 2023Long-standing Förderpartner of DAV. Family-owned logistics company specializing in automotive and industrial logistics.
• Gebrüder WeissmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 November 2022Newest Förderpartner (sponsoring partner). Described as 'the oldest freight forwarder in the world.' Opened a dedicated lecture room at DAV campus in November 2022. Committed to engaging with current students and supporting the study program.
• SRH Hochschule in Nordrhein-Westfalen (SRH University)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022DAV became part of the SRH University group in 2022. SRH is Germany's third-largest private university. The partnership enables synergies, new study concepts, and nationwide program availability. DAV operates as SRH Campus Bremen, gaining access to SRH's network of campuses and resources.
• L.I.T. (Brake)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Logistics company in Brake offering dual study scholarships. Annual selection day ('Auswahltag') for scholarship recipients. Cooperation started in 2019 with focused talent development.
• Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh, Scotland)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Long-standing partnership enabling DAV graduates to pursue Master programs in Finance and Management, Logistics, or related fields. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland. Founded 1821 as world's first mechanics' institute. Many DAV alumni complete Masters there.
• Liverpool John Moores University (England)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015UK partner university enabling international study pathways for DAV graduates. Public research university with approximately 24,000 students. Member of University Alliance.
• European College of Business and Management (ECBM, London)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015London-based institution specializing in part-time Master courses in business, fashion, and media management. Designed for flexible study while working full-time.
• BVL (Bundesvereinigung Logistik)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1959DAV's parent organization (Trägergesellschaft). BVL is the German logistics association with 12,000+ members. Founded in Bremen. DAV operates as BVL Campus Bremen. Partnership includes access to BVL events, seminars, and industry network. Alumni receive free BVL membership.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kühne Logistics University (KLU): Private, Hamburg-based university specialized in logistics and supply chain management with bachelor, master and executive programs. Closely comparable to DAV in mission and student profile, though KLU targets a more research-oriented and English-language audience.
• BME Akademie: Continuing education arm of the German logistics association BME; DAV already partners with BME for the Fachwirt für Logistiksysteme program in Hannover. Closely comparable in mission and target audience.

Broad incumbents

• IU Internationale Hochschule: Germany's largest private university offering flexible, often online bachelor and master programs including logistics and supply chain specializations. Competes with DAV for working professionals seeking accredited degrees at scale.
• FOM Hochschule: One of Germany's largest private universities with a strong focus on berufsbegleitende (part-time) study for working professionals, including logistics and management programs. Direct overlap with DAV's continuing-education student base.
• SRH Hochschule (parent group): Parent university group of which DAV is a campus. Operates multiple private universities across Germany with business, logistics and dual study programs; provides both benchmark and internal competition for DAV's offerings.
• Frankfurt School of Finance & Management: Large private business school with management and supply chain programs, often ranked among Germany's top private institutions. Comparable in accreditation profile and continuing education focus.
• Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW): Germany's largest dual study university, with extensive corporate-sponsored bachelor programs including logistics and supply chain management. Sets the structural benchmark for DAV's dual study offering.

Regional players

• Hochschule Bremen: Public university of applied sciences in Bremen offering business and logistics-related programs. Regional peer competing for the same local student pool in northern Germany.
• Hamburg School of Business Administration (HSBA): Hamburg-based private business school offering dual bachelor and master programs with strong industry partnerships in the Hamburg logistics and trading ecosystem. Regional peer with similar dual-study orientation.

Emerging players

• EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht: Private German business school with executive and bachelor programs in business and logistics management. Comparable private-institution positioning with focus on professional learners.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Profiles8 records

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