What BBS Office does

BBS Office GmbH is a privately held Swiss training and language services company headquartered at Zentralstrasse 17 in Wohlen, Canton Aargau. Founded in 1999, the company delivers in-person computer and IT courses, ICDL/ECDL certification programs, and supplementary services including professional translation and IT support. Course delivery occurs primarily at a single training room (Kursraum) in Wohlen, supplemented by E-learning options and partnerships with Pro Senectute (Muri, Bremgarten, Zug), RAV unemployment offices, and temptraining.ch for channel-specific reach. The technology stack is non-proprietary, relying on standard office applications, third-party typing software (Tipp 10), and a Hoststar-hosted e-commerce platform for online registration.

The core product catalog spans Microsoft Office fundamentals and advanced courses (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), ICDL Base and ICDL Full certification intensives, 10-finger typing courses with optional ECDL typing certificates, smartphone/WhatsApp workshops, WordPress fundamentals, online basics, tax preparation for self-employed, language courses, and an emerging AI literacy curriculum (KI-Kurs) targeting seniors, relatives, and SMEs. Pricing is one-time per course, denominated in Swiss Francs, ranging from CHF 95 for a single-session children's workshop to CHF 3,357 for an ICDL Base Intensiv-Lehrgang with Teams. Multiple discount programs apply, including 25% early-bird, 10% multi-registration, 5% senior (60+), 30% KulturLegi, and up to CHF 500 via Canton Aargau Bildungsgutschein education vouchers.

BBS Office serves a heterogeneous customer base spanning individual adults, seniors aged 60+, job seekers via RAV, children aged 9-14 in holiday courses, and SMEs/KMUs seeking employee upskilling. The company holds ICDL authorized-center status, is GDPR-compliant under Swiss DSG, and is registered in the Swiss commercial register (CH-400.4.020.501-7, UID CHE-105.156.638 MWST). Operating geography is concentrated in Canton Aargau with adjacent cantonal reach through senior-leisure and temporary-worker channel partnerships; no disclosed funding, acquisitions, or external institutional ownership are present in source materials.

Name

BBS Office

Legal name

BBS Office GmbH

Website

https://bbsoffice.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BBS Office GmbH is a Swiss training services provider in Wohlen, Canton Aargau, delivering in-person computer courses, ICDL/ECDL certification programs, professional translations, and IT support to individual adults, seniors, job seekers, children, and SMEs across the region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Computer Training and Education Services

NAICS

Business and Secretarial Schools (61141)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Certification & Licensing Exam Management Platforms (EDAFADAG)

Keywords

• Computer training courses
• ICDL certification training
• Translation services
• Digital literacy education
• IT support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wohlen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Fees: BBS Office generates revenue primarily through one-time course fees charged to participants. Courses range from short workshops (e.g., CHF 95-100) to comprehensive programs (e.g., ICDL Base at CHF 1,995-3,357). Additional revenue streams include translation services, IT support services, and sale of IT products through their online shop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

BBS Office is a Switzerland-based education and training services company offering in-person computer and IT courses, professional translation services, and IT support. Their course portfolio spans Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), ICDL/ECDL certification programs, touch typing, smartphone and AI workshops, web design, and tax preparation, delivered at their Wohlen training facility and supported by an e-commerce registration platform. They also provide certified translation services using native-language translators and IT support services with hardware sales through an online shop.

Product overview

BBS Office is an education and training services company based in Wohlen, Switzerland, offering a comprehensive portfolio of computer courses, IT certifications, translations, and technology support services. The core offering consists of in-person courses organized into categories including Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), ICDL/ECDL certification programs, typing courses, smartphone/tablet workshops, children's and youth courses, tax courses, language courses, WordPress/web design courses, and AI courses. The company also provides professional translation services with certified translators and native-language editing, alongside IT support services covering PC installations and administration. Course delivery includes both in-person instruction at their Wohlen facility and e-learning options, with discounts available through Canton Aargau education vouchers and special pricing for seniors and cultural card holders.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MS-PowerPoint Grundlagen Fundamental PowerPoint course teaching presentation creation, slide design and editing, professional use of graphics, charts and videos, and delivery techniques. Includes preparation for the ECDL Presentation module examination. 3-session course priced at CHF 375 with multiple date options (July, August/September, October 2026).
• KI-Kurs für Seniorinnen, Senioren & Angehörige AI course designed for seniors and relatives covering practical use of artificial intelligence in daily life, ChatGPT usage, digital fraud recognition (phishing, SMS, WhatsApp scams), and secure handling of smartphones, internet, and email. Regular price CHF 277 with introductory price CHF 249.30 (10% discount) and CHF 236.55 with 5% senior discount.
• MS-Excel Vertiefung Advanced Excel course covering complex calculations, pivot tables, data analysis and visualization, database functions, what-if scenarios, form creation, and automation. Prepares for the ECDL Advanced examination. 3-session course priced at CHF 450 with multiple date options (July/August, September/October, November 2026).
• Umstieg auf Windows 11 / Word 365er (2024) Transition course covering new features of Windows 11 including Start menu, Taskbar, Settings, file management, Edge browser, OneDrive integration, and Word 365 text processing features. 2-session course priced at CHF 225.
• Kinderferienkurs: Gezieltes Einsetzen von MS-Word und MS-Excel Holiday course for children aged 9-14 teaching practical use of Word for document creation, invitations, and graphics, and Excel for calculations, schedules, and simple charts. Snacks included. Priced at CHF 185.
• 10-Finger-System: Tastaturschreiben ohne Attest Touch typing course teaching the 10-finger blind typing system with a target of 100 keystrokes per minute, using Tipp 10 software with 3-month access included. 7 sessions of 2 hours each, priced at CHF 280.
• 10-Finger-System: Tastaturschreiben KV-Niveau mit Attest Professional typing course at KV (commercial apprentice) level with ECDL Typing Certificate option. Covers speed development to 80-100+ keystrokes per minute with Tipp 10 software for 4 months. 12 sessions of 2 hours each, priced at CHF 480. ECDL typing certificate available for an extra CHF 45.
• Smartphone - WhatsApp Workshop WhatsApp messenger workshop teaching installation, contact management, messaging, group creation, voice/video calls, file sharing, and privacy settings. Single session priced at CHF 100.
• WordPress Grundlagen (Homepage erstellen) WordPress fundamentals course teaching website creation and management including themes, plugins, content management, SEO, accessibility, and practical website building. 2-session course priced at CHF 300.
• Online-Grundlagen (Internet, Outlook) Internet and email course covering web browsing, search engines, online security, email management, calendar organization, and virtual community participation. 3-session course priced at CHF 395.
• Kinderferienkurs: Gezieltes Präsentieren mit MS-PowerPoint Holiday PowerPoint course for children aged 9-14 teaching presentation creation, graphics insertion, and school presentation design. Snacks included. Single session priced at CHF 95.
• MS-Word Serienbriefe erstellen Mail merge course teaching creation of serial documents, letters, and emails with various data sources including Excel, Word, and Outlook integration. Single session priced at CHF 150.
• MS-Word Grundlagen Fundamental Word processing course covering document creation, formatting, graphics, page layout, templates, and serial mail. Prepares for the ECDL Text Processing module examination. 4-session course priced at CHF 455 with multiple date options.
• Kanton AG: Steuererklärung für Selbständige Tax course for Canton Aargau teaching self-employed individuals to complete online tax returns using eTax Aargau software, including documentation and filing. Single session priced at CHF 190.
• ICDL Base Intensiv-Lehrgang (mit/ohne Teams) Intensive ICDL (International Computer Driving License) certification program covering Windows and MS-Office applications, with optional Microsoft Teams component, with examinations administered at BBS Office facilities. ICDL Base pricing at CHF 1,995 and ICDL Base mit/ohne Teams Intensiv-Lehrgang at CHF 3,357. Free practice sessions and individual exams available for ICDL candidates.
• Newsletter mit Mailchimp erstellen Course teaching participants how to create and manage newsletters using the Mailchimp email marketing platform. Priced at CHF 125.
• Übersetzungen (Translation Services) Professional translation services for businesses and individuals using qualified translators and editors who translate exclusively into their native language. Includes certified translations and interpreter referral services. Multilingual capability supporting translation needs across multiple language pairs.
• IT Support IT solutions ranging from PC installations to comprehensive administration services, with a selection of IT products available in their online shop at attractive prices. Targets both individual consumers and small businesses needing IT assistance and hardware purchases.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Pro Senectute Muri, BremgartenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBBS Office course instructors are deployed to teach courses through Pro Senectute programs in Muri and Bremgarten. Course listings appear in the Pro Senectute leisure program.
• Pro Senectute ZugminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBBS Office course instructors are deployed to teach courses through Pro Senectute programs in the Canton of Zug. Course listings appear in the Pro Senectute leisure program.
• temptraining.chminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTemporary workers can register for ICDL programs and typing courses through temptraining.ch and benefit from special rates.
• RAV (Regional Employment Center)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJob seekers registered with unemployment offices can book specific courses through RAV, which provides access to employment-related training programs.
• ICDL (ECDL) Certification AuthoritycoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized ICDL certification center offering ICDL Base, ICDL Full, and typing certificate examinations. The company is listed on icdl.ch and provides free practice sessions and individual exams.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• EB Zürich: A major Swiss adult education institution based in Zurich with a substantial IT and digital skills course portfolio, including ECDL/ICDL preparation. It targets the same individual adult, corporate, and job-seeker segments as BBS Office in the German-speaking Swiss region.
• Bénédict-Schule: A Swiss chain of business and computer schools offering vocational training, Microsoft Office courses, and commercial apprenticeships (KV). It is comparable to BBS Office in its focus on practical computer skills for working adults and entry-level learners.
• Klubschule Migros: The largest adult education provider in Switzerland, operating hundreds of locations and offering a broad catalog of computer, language, and professional development courses. It competes directly with BBS Office for individual adult and SME customers seeking in-person IT training in the German-speaking Swiss market.
• ABZ Ausbildungszentrum: A network of professional training centers in Switzerland offering IT, business, and vocational courses including ICDL/ECDL preparation. It is comparable to BBS Office in its delivery of practical computer and office software training to adult and corporate learners.
• Volkshochschule Schweiz: The umbrella association of Swiss Volkshochschulen, public adult education centers that offer computer literacy, language, and professional development courses. These publicly affiliated centers compete with BBS Office for similar adult learner and senior segments across Switzerland.

Broad incumbents

• Udemy: A global online learning marketplace offering on-demand MS Office, AI, typing, and web design courses at low price points. It is comparable as an alternative channel for self-paced learners who might otherwise choose BBS Office's classroom offerings.
• Coursera: A global online learning platform offering professional certificates and courses in IT, data, and AI from universities and companies. It competes for the same upskilling-driven adult and SME customers seeking recognized digital credentials that BBS Office addresses via ICDL.
• Kalaidos Fachhochschule: A Swiss university of applied sciences offering broader degree and continuing education programs including applied IT and digital transformation tracks. It overlaps with BBS Office in continuing IT education but serves a wider portfolio including degree-level students.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bbsoffice
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bbs-office
• Instagraminstagram.com/bbsoffice
• Xx.com/bbsoffice_wohle

Compliance3 records

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Investors

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Investments

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