Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne

What Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne does

Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne (Compendium CE Sp. z o.o.) is a privately held Polish authorized IT training provider founded in 2000, headquartered in Kraków with a second training facility in Warsaw. The company delivers more than 1,000 authorized IT training courses spanning cybersecurity (CEH, CISSP, Security+, Blue Team), cloud (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud), Linux/Kubernetes, data analytics, networking, DevOps, and AI/ML, sourced from approximately 35 technology vendors including EC-Council (Platinum Partner), CompTIA, F5, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Microsoft, The Linux Foundation, and OffSec. Training is delivered in five formats — ILT (in-person classroom), VILT (virtual live), hybrid, blended, and self-paced e-learning — and is augmented by on-site Pearson VUE and Kryterion certification exam centers in both cities, allowing learners to complete training and certification under one roof.

The business operates a professional-services revenue model with per-course unit pricing (e.g., CKA at $445, CEH v13 Elite at 7,900 PLN, Blue Team Level 1 from 2,000 PLN), subscription reselling (AWS Skill Builder, HPE Digital Learner, SUSE eLearning), and certification exam fees. A meaningful portion of demand is unlocked through EU and Polish public-funding channels (KFS, KPO, BUR), which subsidize training for individual learners and corporate clients. Compendium CE sells to a diversified customer base that includes individual IT professionals, corporate enterprises (Kuehne-Nagel, Bombardier Transportation Polska, ORLEN Centrum Serwisowe, Polkomtel, DZ BANK Polska, COMPAREX Poland), and government/public institutions (ZUS, Przedsiębiorstwo Państwowe Porty Lotnicze, ECORYS), with go-to-market executed primarily through direct sales supplemented by vendor co-marketing, the Microsoft AI Skills Fest, and the company's training catalog and newsletter.

Name

Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne

Legal name

Compendium CE Sp. z o.o.

Website

https://compendium.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne is a Polish authorized IT training provider offering 1,000+ courses from 35+ vendors (AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, EC-Council, CompTIA) via classroom, virtual, hybrid, and e-learning formats, with dual Pearson VUE/Kryterion exam centers in Kraków and Warsaw.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Training Services

NAICS

Computer Training (611420), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Software Engineering & Application Development Training (Languages, Frameworks, Testing) (BPAEANAI), Infrastructure, Networking & Systems Administration Training (BPAEANAJ), Information Technology & Cybersecurity Certification Prep (CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, ISC2/ISACA) (EDANAIAF)

Keywords

• IT training services
• IT certification courses
• Cybersecurity training
• Cloud training programs
• Professional certification exams

Headquarters

HQ city

Kraków

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IT Training Courses: Authorized IT training courses delivered in various formats (ILT, VILT, e-learning, blended). Courses span cybersecurity, cloud, data, networking, programming, and IT management. Revenue generated per course enrollment with pricing varying by course type, duration, and vendor.
2. Certification Exams: On-site certification exam delivery through Pearson VUE and Kryterion centers. Exams bundled with training or offered separately.
3. EU-Funded Training Programs: Training courses eligible for EU and national funding (KFS, KPO, BUR), enabling subsidized access for individuals and organizations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne delivers authorized IT training courses and certification exam services through physical training centers in Kraków and Warsaw, Poland. The company offers over 1000 authorized courses from more than 35 technology vendors (Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, EC-Council, CompTIA, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, The Linux Foundation, and others), delivered across multiple formats including classroom (ILT), virtual (VILT), hybrid, blended, and self-paced e-learning. It also operates Pearson VUE and Kryterion certification exam centers and assists clients with EU-funded training subsidies (KFS, KPO, BUR).

Product overview

Compendium Centrum Edukacyjne (Compendium CE) is an authorized IT training provider offering over 1000 training courses from multiple vendors. The company provides instructor-led training (ILT) in physical classrooms, virtual instructor-led training (VILT), hybrid, and blended learning formats. Core offerings include IT certification exam services through Pearson VUE and Kryterion testing centers in Kraków and Warsaw. Training categories span cybersecurity (including penetration testing, Blue Team, Security Awareness), cloud computing (AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure), AI/ML, Kubernetes and containers, Linux, databases, networking, programming, project management, and DevOps. The company serves as authorized training partner for major vendors including CompTIA, EC-Council (Platinum Partner), F5, Fortinet, Google Cloud, Microsoft, and Palo Alto Networks. EU-funded training opportunities are available through KFS and KPO programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Authorized IT Training Courses A catalog of more than 1000 authorized IT training courses from major vendors (Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, EC-Council, CompTIA, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, The Linux Foundation, F5, OffSec, ISC2, Mile2, and others) covering cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, networking, programming, Linux, Kubernetes, DevOps, AI/ML, project management (PRINCE2, ITIL, Scrum), and security awareness. Delivered via ILT, VILT, hybrid, blended, and e-learning formats. Target customers include IT professionals and corporate teams seeking vendor-recognized certifications.
• Certification Exam Services (Pearson VUE and Kryterion)

Quantifiable outcome

• Training courses available across cybersecurity, cloud, data, networking, programming and IT management domains

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• Centri (Security Blue Team)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 June 2026Compendium CE has started a partnership with Centri to offer practical Blue Team training including BTL1, BTL2, Certified Security Operations Manager (CSOM), and Certified Junior Detection Engineer (CJDE) courses.
• MicrosoftstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 May 2026Compendium CE is a partner of the global AI Skills Fest organized by Microsoft, participating in joint marketing and educational initiatives around AI skills development.
• EC-CouncilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 May 2026Compendium CE is a Platinum Partner of EC-Council, delivering authorized cybersecurity training including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified SOC Analyst, and Certified Penetration Testing Professional courses.
• Pearson VUEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPearson VUE certified exam center located at Compendium CE training facilities in Kraków and Warsaw, enabling on-site certification exams.
• KryterioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKryterion certified exam center located at Compendium CE training facilities in Kraków and Warsaw, enabling on-site certification exams.
• CompTIAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHighest partner status for CompTIA training delivery including Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, Network+, A+, and AI courses.
• AWScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAWS authorized training partner delivering cloud architecture, development, operations, security, AI/ML, and data analytics courses.
• Google CloudcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHighest partner status for Google Cloud training delivery including cloud infrastructure, data analytics, machine learning, and generative AI courses.
• FortinetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHighest partner status for Fortinet training including FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, SD-WAN, and security specializations.
• Palo Alto NetworkscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHighest partner status for Palo Alto Networks training including firewall, SASE, SSE, Cortex XDR, and XSOAR courses.
• F5 NetworkscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorF5 authorized training partner delivering BIG IP, LTM, WAF, APM, AFM, and NGINX courses.
• The Linux FoundationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Linux Foundation authorized training partner delivering Linux, Kubernetes, cloud-native, and open source courses.
• Mile2minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMile2 authorized training partner for cybersecurity certifications including pen testing, ethical hacking, incident handling, and forensics courses.
• OffSecminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOffSec authorized training partner for penetration testing and cybersecurity courses.
• ISC2minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISC2 authorized training partner for cybersecurity certifications.
• Microsoft (AI Skills Fest)strategicGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for global AI Skills Fest event organized by Microsoft.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• QA Ltd: Major UK IT and business training provider offering authorized courses across cloud, cybersecurity, data, and DevOps from leading vendors. Comparable in vendor partnership breadth, corporate/individual training mix, and Pearson VUE-aligned certification exam delivery.
• NetCom Learning: US-headquartered IT training company with authorized vendor partnerships and corporate/individual course delivery. Comparable in multi-vendor authorized catalog, certification prep, and ILT/VILT/On-demand format mix.
• New Horizons Computer Learning Centers: Global authorized IT training franchise with deep vendor partnerships (Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, CompTIA) and classroom/virtual/hybrid delivery. Comparable in multi-vendor authorized catalog, certification focus, and corporate training orientation.
• Firebrand Training: UK-based accelerated IT training provider delivering authorized courses from Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, EC-Council, CompTIA and others in immersive formats. Comparable in vendor authorization depth, certification focus, and multi-format delivery (classroom, online, on-site).
• Koenig Solutions: India-headquartered global IT training provider offering authorized courses across cloud, security, networking, and emerging tech. Comparable in vendor breadth, certification exam delivery, and flexible delivery formats, with stronger international reach.
• Global Knowledge (now part of INE Training): One of the largest global IT training companies, offering authorized courses from the same vendor ecosystem (AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, Cisco, Fortinet, EC-Council) in classroom, virtual, and on-site formats. Closest direct peer in scope, vendor breadth, and corporate/individual training model.
• Fast Lane (Allgeier): European-headquartered authorized training partner with deep vendor authorizations across cloud, security, networking, and DevOps. Directly comparable in ILT/VILT delivery, vendor breadth, and enterprise corporate training focus, with similar curriculum expansion into AI/ML.

Broad incumbents

• Skillsoft: Large global digital learning company offering cloud, cybersecurity, and IT training content plus certification prep across many of the same vendors. Comparable in training content scope and certification focus, but delivers primarily via subscription e-learning rather than instructor-led classroom formats.
• Cegos Group: International corporate training group with broad IT and business training portfolio, including authorized vendor content and certification prep. Comparable in multi-format delivery and corporate customer focus, with deeper business/management training and a more international footprint.
• Arrow ECS Education Services: Global IT distributor with a substantial authorized training business covering cloud, security, and infrastructure vendors. Comparable in vendor-authorized training delivery and enterprise focus, though training is one division within a broader distribution business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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