Rudolf Rempel Vocational College

What Rudolf Rempel Vocational College does

Rudolf-Rempel-Berufskolleg (RRBK) is a public commercial vocational college (kaufmännisches Berufskolleg) in Bielefeld, Germany, operated by the City of Bielefeld under the educational authority of Land NRW. The institution delivers three core service lines: (1) part-time Berufsschule instruction for apprentices across 20+ commercial occupations including Bankkaufleute, Industriekaufleute, Veranstaltungskaufleute, Steuerfachangestellte, and Kaufleute für Versicherungen und Finanzanlagen; (2) full-time Vollzeitschule programs — Berufsfachschule, Fachoberschule (including a Polizei track), Höhere Handelsschule, and Wirtschaftsgymnasium — leading to qualifications from Erster Schulabschluss through Abitur; and (3) advanced Wirtschaftsfachschule continuing-education programs in Business Administration (BWL) and Industrial Engineering (WIng), co-branded with FHM for dual Bachelor pathways. Internationally, RRBK holds Europaschule NRW re-certification (2024), Botschafterschule des Europäischen Parlaments designation (2018), and operates Erasmus+ programs including Fit für Europa, KIC Dublin, and a long-standing Rzeszów partnership.

Revenue comes entirely from public budgets of Stadt Bielefeld and Land NRW; tuition is not charged. Beyond nominal administrative fees (€12 per transcript copy), the school has no commercial revenue streams; program-specific costs are offset by Erasmus+ and Deutsch-Polnisches Jugendwerk grants for international mobility. Distribution is mediated by the City of Bielefeld's centralized schulbewerbung.de enrollment portal and the dual system's company placement channel. Supporting infrastructure includes Moodle LMS (moodle.rrbk.eu), WebUntis scheduling, Microsoft Teams for online instruction, DATEV for tax/accounting curriculum, and a managed Instagram channel (@rrb_bielefeld). The institution is led by Schulleiterin Stefanie Buddenberg with Carsten Stockey as deputy; staff size is reported as 11-50 (leadership/administrative subset), with RRBK sitting within the six-school Campus Berufskolleg collective serving approximately 15,000 students across the city.

Name

Rudolf Rempel Vocational College

Legal name

Rudolf-Rempel-Berufskolleg

Website

https://rrbk.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rudolf-Rempel-Berufskolleg is a public commercial vocational college in Bielefeld, Germany, operated by the City of Bielefeld, offering part-time apprenticeship schooling, full-time vocational programs leading to vocational qualifications and Abitur, and continuing education for working professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vocational Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Junior Colleges (611210)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce & Career Transition Noncredit Programs (EDAAAEAC), Internships, Externships & Work-Based Learning Placement (EDAMAKAB)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Commercial training programs
• Dual apprenticeship system
• Continuing professional education
• International student exchange

Headquarters

HQ city

Bielefeld

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Funding: The school is funded by municipal (Stadt Bielefeld) and state (Land NRW) government budgets as a public educational institution. No tuition is charged to students.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Rudolf-Rempel-Berufskolleg (RRBK) is a public commercial vocational school (kaufmännisches Berufskolleg) in Bielefeld, Germany, operated by the City of Bielefeld. It provides tuition-free part-time vocational education (Berufsschule) for 20+ commercial apprenticeship occupations, full-time programs (Berufsfachschule, Fachoberschule, Höhere Handelsschule, Wirtschaftsgymnasium) leading to qualifications up to Abitur, and advanced continuing education (Wirtschaftsfachschule) for state-certified business administrator and bachelor degrees.

Product overview

Rudolf-Rempel-Berufskolleg (RRBK) operates as a commercial vocational college (kaufmännische Berufskolleg) offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational and full-time educational programs. The institution provides three core service lines: (1) Berufsschule – part-time vocational school for 20+ commercial apprenticeship occupations combining workplace training with school instruction; (2) Vollzeitschule – full-time programs including Berufsfachschule, Fachoberschule, Höhere Handelsschule, and Wirtschaftsgymnasium leading to various qualifications from Erster Schulabschluss through Abitur; (3) Wirtschaftsfachschule – advanced continuing education programs leading to state-certified business administrator and bachelor degrees. Supporting these academic offerings are digital platforms including Moodle (learning management) and WebUntis (timetable scheduling). International mobility programs (Fit für Europa, Auslandspraktikum, KIC Dublin) provide cross-border educational experiences through Erasmus+ funding.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vollzeitschule (Full-Time School Programs) Full-time vocational education programs including Berufsfachschule (1-year professional school), Fachoberschule (2-year technical college), Höhere Handelsschule (2-year higher commercial school), and Wirtschaftsgymnasium (3-year business grammar school leading to Abitur). For secondary school students in Bielefeld seeking vocational qualification or higher education entrance qualification.
• Berufsschule (Vocational School) Part-time vocational school for apprentices combining workplace training with theoretical instruction. Offers 20+ commercial vocational training programs including Bankkaufleute, Industriekaufleute, Veranstaltungskaufleute, Kaufleute für Versicherungen und Finanzanlagen, Steuerfachangestellte, and others. For students in dual vocational training programs (Ausbildungsberufe) who attend part-time while employed at training companies.
• Wirtschaftsfachschule BWL (Business Administration School) State-certified business administrator program (Staatlich geprüfter Betriebswirt) with optional Bachelor of Arts through FHM university cooperation. Three-year part-time evening program with specialization tracks in marketing, HR, accounting, and logistics. For professionals with prior vocational training seeking further qualification.
• Wirtschaftsfachschule WIng (Industrial Engineering School) Industrial engineering technician program (Wirtschaftstechniker) combined with Bachelor of Science in Business Engineering. 24-month program with BWL modules at RRBK and technical modules at Carl-Severing-Berufskolleg. For professionals seeking advanced technical-business qualifications.
• Fachoberschule Polizei Two-year police-oriented technical college combining theory with practical police internships. Qualifies for civil service career in police, Fachhochschulreife, and subsequent studies at Hochschule für Polizei und Verwaltung. For students aiming for police careers.
• Wirtschaftsgymnasium (Business Grammar School) Three-year grammar school (Gymnasium) in business and administration leading to Abitur (general higher education entrance). Profile: Wirtschaft | Europa | Sprache with Leistungskurse in BWL and English, including bilingual instruction. For students seeking the highest German school diploma.
• Fit für Europa (Erasmus+ Internship Program) EU-funded international internship program (3-4 weeks) for apprentices in commercial professions. Financial support for travel and accommodation through Erasmus+. Internships can be arranged at company branches abroad, partner companies, or through personal contacts. For commercial apprentices seeking international work experience.
• Auslandspraktikum Wirtschaftsgymnasium (International Internship for Business Grammar School) Four-week EU-funded study abroad internship (currently Ireland and Malta) for year 12 Wirtschaftsgymnasium students. Focus on economic, linguistic, and intercultural competencies with placement in local companies and host families. For Wirtschaftsgymnasium students seeking international experience.
• Kaufmann International Certificate (KIC) Three-week international certificate program at Dublin Business School for commercial apprentices. Earns AHK (German Chamber of Commerce) certification alongside IHK diploma. Includes B2-level English requirement and covers international business topics. For commercial apprentices seeking international business certification.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students receive recognized qualifications including Abitur (highest German school diploma), Fachhochschulreife, and professional certifications

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Vibra AgencyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 May 2026Provided keynote speaker Volker Hagen for Event Day 2026 on topic of festival management and crisis communication
• fwd: Bundesvereinigung VeranstaltungswirtschaftminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 May 2026Provided workshop presentation by Charleen Persicke on modern event planning and industry association work for Event Day 2026
• IBC Hetzendorf, WienminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school in Vienna, Austria, as part of the Europaschule network
• Obchodní akademie, OpavaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school in Opava, Czech Republic, participating in international exchange programs
• Berufsbildende Schule 3 MainzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman partner school in Mainz, part of the partner school network
• Berufsbildende Schulen Soltau EuropaschuleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman partner school designated as Europaschule in Soltau
• Live-säätiö sr, EspoominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnish partner school in Espoo for international exchanges
• Lycee technique d'EttelbruckminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxembourg partner school in Ettelbruck
• Talland College, Hoorn und AlkmaarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch partner school with locations in Hoorn and Alkmaar; active exchange partner with student visits conducted in school years 2025/26 as part of Erasmus+ projects
• Zespół Szkół Ekonomicznych, RzeszówcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolish partner school in Rzeszów; partnership over ten years, funded by Land NRW, Bezirksregierung Düsseldorf, Deutsch-Polnisches Jugendwerk, and Republic of Poland. Includes Deutsch-polnische Begegnung exchanges for Europaklasse students.
• Berufsbildungswerk der Versicherungswirtschaft OWL e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganizes Lernortkooperation for Kaufleute für Versicherungen und Finanzanlagen program, providing practical insights and industry connections
• Deutsch-Polnisches JugendwerkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding partner for German-Polish student exchange programs with Zespół Szkół Ekonomicznych in Rzeszów
• Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Agentur für Arbeit)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides career counseling services at the school through dedicated Berufsberatung office for students
• IST-Studieninstitut DüsseldorfminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Fitnesstrainer-B-Lizenz certification for Sport- und Fitnesskaufleute program
• Carl-Severing-Berufskolleg Metall/TechnikminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical modules for Wirtschaftsfachschule WIng program are conducted at this partner school
• FHM (Fachhochschule des Mittelstandes)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation partner for Bachelor of Science Wirtschaftsingenieur and Bachelor of Arts programs in distance learning format
• Studienwerk der Steuerberater NRW / Steuerberaterkammer Westfalen-Lippe / Hochschule MünstercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation for dual Bachelor program 'BWL u. Steuern' combining Steuerfachangestellte training with university studies

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Berufsbildende Schule 3 Mainz: German vocational college in Mainz with Europaschule network membership. Direct peer offering comparable commercial Berufsschule programs; partner in RRBK's international exchange network.
• Berufsbildende Schulen Soltau: Designated Europaschule vocational college in Soltau, Lower Saxony. Direct peer in commercial/business Berufsschule delivery with Europaschule status — RRBK's partner in the German Europaschule network.
• Carl-Severing-Berufskolleg: Municipal vocational school in Bielefeld operated by the City of Bielefeld. Direct local peer delivering technical-vocational Berufsschule and Vollzeit programs. RRBK's Wirtschaftsfachschule WIng technical modules are explicitly delivered at this partner.
• IBC Hetzendorf: Austrian commercial vocational school (Hetzendorf Business College) in Vienna. Direct European peer with comparable kaufmännische Berufsschule portfolio; partner in RRBK's Europaschule exchange network.

Regional players

• Talland College: Dutch vocational college with locations in Hoorn and Alkmaar. Regional European peer with similar commercial/business curriculum; active RRBK exchange partner for the 2025/26 Erasmus+ cycle.
• Zespół Szkół Ekonomicznych im. bł. ks. Romana Sitki w Rzeszowie: Polish economic (commercial) vocational school in Rzeszów. Regional European peer in commercial/business Berufsschule delivery; long-standing Core strategic partner of RRBK (10+ years) with Deutsch-Polnisches Jugendwerk funding.

Broad incumbents

• IU Internationale Hochschule: Germany's largest private university with a broad online and on-campus vocational, bachelor, and continuing-education portfolio. Broad incumbent competing for the same adult-learner Wirtschaftsfachschule segment, with a fundamentally different (digital, scalable) delivery model.
• FOM Hochschule: One of Germany's largest private universities, with extensive vocational and berufsbegleitend (work-integrated) program offerings. Broad incumbent addressing the same working-professional segment RRBK targets with its Wirtschaftsfachschule, but at substantially greater geographic and digital scale.
• FHM (Fachhochschule des Mittelstands): Private German university of applied sciences with vocational focus, headquartered in Bielefeld. Incumbent higher-education partner that delivers Bachelor pathways for RRBK's Wirtschaftsfachschule programs. Comparable on vocational-to-degree laddering, but operates at a larger, multi-site private scale.

Others

• IHK Ostwestfalen zu Bielefeld: Local chamber of industry and commerce responsible for IHK examinations and apprenticeship oversight in the Bielefeld/Ostwestfalen region. Ecosystem participant that shapes dual-system apprenticeship regulation and certifications in RRBK's core market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/rrb_bielefeld
• Facebookfacebook.com/130421303674621

Compliance7 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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