Zealand Business College

What Zealand Business College does

Zealand Business College (ZBC) is a Danish vocational and upper secondary education institution operating as a self-governing entity under Danish law (CVR 10521815), with its main headquarters in Ringsted and additional campuses in Faxe, Holbæk, Køge, Næstved, Roskilde, Slagelse, and Vordingborg. The institution delivers more than 40 educational programs spanning vocational education (EUD), the combined vocational-plus-gymnasium EUX track, commercial and technical gymnasium (HHX and HTX), a 10th-grade foundation year, and adult education pathways (EUV, EUS, GF+), plus specialized offerings such as the HTX ASF line for students with autism spectrum disorders and the STU program for youth with special needs. It employs approximately 1,000 staff across teaching, administration, and leadership functions, and operates dedicated student housing (elevhoteller) at the Ringsted and Slagelse locations.

ZBC's operating model is built on the Danish dual vocational education system, in which classroom instruction at ZBC campuses alternates with on-the-job training periods at Danish partner companies formalized through uddannelsesaftaler (training agreements). Student enrollment is processed through the national optagelse.dk portal, while ZBC drives demand via a multi-channel marketing mix that includes its website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, an Eventteam conducting grundskole (primary school) visits, structured Introduction and Bridging programs for 8th-10th graders coordinated with UU counselors, open-house visit days, interactive online quizzes, and Skills Denmark competition participation. Brand-affinity is reinforced through paid and free summer programs for children aged 11-17 (Gå til Smed, Gå til Landmand, Gå til Masterchef).

Revenue is generated primarily through public government funding under the Danish vocational and upper secondary education system, allocated via per-student (taximeter) formulas tied to enrollment and program participation, with core programs (EUD, EUX, HHX, HTX, 10. klasse) provided at no direct cost to students. Adult education (EUV) and certain supplementary or summer programs involve student cost-sharing. A separate continuing-education platform at kurser.zbc.dk extends revenue capture to professional development and corporate upskilling. The institution has deployed a third-party (GetKarla.ai) AI chatbot on its website for automated student information retrieval. No proprietary technology platforms, patents, or in-house AI/ML capabilities are described in source materials.

Name

Zealand Business College

Legal name

ZBC

Website

https://zbc.dk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Zealand Business College (ZBC) is a publicly funded Danish vocational and upper secondary education institution operating 8 campuses across Zealand, offering 40+ EUD, EUX, HHX, HTX, and adult education programs to roughly thousands of students with approximately 1,000 staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Slagelse

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Government Funding: ZBC operates as a publicly funded educational institution under the Danish vocational and upper secondary education system. The institution receives government funding based on student enrollment numbers and program participation. Core educational programs (EUD, EUX, HHX, HTX, 10. klasse) are provided at no direct cost to students. Adult education (EUV) and certain supplementary programs may involve student cost-sharing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Zealand Business College (ZBC) is a Danish vocational and upper secondary education institution that delivers publicly funded education programs combining theoretical classroom instruction with practical on-the-job apprenticeship training at partner companies. ZBC offers more than 40 vocational programs (EUD), combined vocational-gymnasium tracks (EUX), commercial and technical gymnasium programs (HHX, HTX), 10th grade foundation programs, and adult education pathways (EUV, EUS, GF+) across 8 main campuses in Denmark's Zealand region.

Product overview

Zealand Business College (ZBC) is a Danish vocational and upper secondary education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs across multiple campuses in Zealand. The institution operates as a unified platform with distinct product lines: vocational education programs (EUD) providing practical training across business, construction, healthcare, food services, technology and transport sectors; EUX programs combining vocational and gymnasium qualifications; HHX and HTX upper secondary gymnasium programs focused on commerce and technology respectively; specialized programs including the HTX ASF for students with autism; 10th grade preparation programs; and adult education pathways (EUV, EUS, GF+) for continuing learners. The institution also offers continuing education courses and community outreach programs including introductory courses for 8th graders, bridging programs for 9th-10th graders, and hobby activities for youth.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Erhvervsuddannelser (EUD) Vocational education programs combining theoretical classroom learning with practical workplace training, covering fields such as business, construction, healthcare, food services, technology, and transport. Targeted at students seeking practical, reality-based education that leads to both qualifications and employment.
• Erhvervsfaglig studentereksamen (EUX) Combined vocational and upper secondary education program that awards both a skilled worker certificate (svendebrev) and a gymnasium diploma (studenterhue), enabling students to pursue both vocational careers and higher education. Targeted at students who want both qualifications.
• Handelsgymnasiet (HHX) Upper secondary commercial education focused on business, economics, marketing, innovation, and international trade, preparing students for higher education in commercial and business fields. Targeted at students who want three years of education with focus on trade or marketing.
• Teknisk Gymnasium (HTX) Upper secondary technical education emphasizing natural sciences, mathematics, technology, programming, and biotechnology, providing broad access to technical and scientific higher education programs. Targeted at students who want three years of education with focus on technology or natural sciences.
• HTX ASF-linje (Autisme Spektrum Forstyrrelser) Specially designed HTX program for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, offering structured teaching in a supportive environment with study tracks in mathematics, technology, and natural sciences at HTX Slagelse.
• 10. klasse Optional 10th grade programs including gymnasium preparation track and vocational track, designed to strengthen academic skills before pursuing further youth education. Targeted at students who want to be better prepared for their youth education.
• Erhvervsuddannelse for voksne (EUV) Vocational education programs for adults over 25 years old, offering adult student wages and potential merit for prior experience to shorten training duration. Targeted at adults seeking formal vocational qualifications.
• Erhvervsuddannelse for studenter (EUS) Accelerated vocational education pathway for students who have completed gymnasium, allowing completion of the foundation course in 5-10 weeks before entering apprenticeship. Targeted at gymnasium graduates seeking accelerated vocational pathways.
• Grundforløb+ (GF+) Foundation program for adults returning to education after a long absence, providing preparation before entering a vocational education program. Targeted at adults who have not been in school for a long time.
• Særlig tilrettelagt undervisning (STU) Specially designed education program for young people aged 16-25 with special needs, offering workshop, food, and IT tracks for those unable to complete regular youth education. Targeted at young people with special wishes and needs.
• Social- og sundhedshjælper Vocational training for social and healthcare assistants, preparing students to provide care and support to elderly, vulnerable, and sick individuals.
• Social- og sundhedsassistent Advanced vocational training for social and healthcare professionals with greater responsibility for elderly, vulnerable, and sick patients as key contacts.
• Pædagogisk assistent Vocational training for pedagogical assistants working with children, youth, or adults, providing care, motivation, and support for development and wellbeing.
• Kurser og efteruddannelse Professional development and continuing education courses across various industries, available through the separate kurser.zbc.dk platform for industry professionals seeking upskilling.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Danish Companies (via uddannelsesaftaler/training agreements)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanish companies across all vocational sectors partner with ZBC by entering into formal training agreements (uddannelsesaftaler) with students. These companies provide the practical on-the-job training component of ZBC's dual vocational education system, while ZBC delivers the theoretical school-based instruction. Companies receive access to a pipeline of trained workers and may receive training subsidies.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Learnmark: Learnmark is a Danish vocational and upper secondary education institution in Kolding offering EUD, EUX, HHX, and HTX programs. It is a direct peer in offering the full spectrum of Danish vocational and gymnasium tracks under the same public funding regime.
• Hotel- og Restaurantskolen: Hotel- og Restaurantskolen is a Danish vocational school focused on hospitality, culinary, and service trades. It is a direct peer for ZBC's hospitality and food programs and competes for the same apprenticeship companies.
• EUC Syd: EUC Syd is a vocational education institution in southern Denmark offering EUD, EUX, and gymnasium programs across technical, commercial, and service tracks. It is a direct peer in scale and program mix, competing for the same Danish student segments and apprenticeship slots.
• CELF: CELF (Center for Erhvervsuddannelse Lolland-Falster) is a Danish vocational education institution offering EUD, EUX, and 10th-grade programs. It is a direct peer in the vocational space, competing for similar public funding and apprenticeship slots under the same regulatory regime.
• Kold College: Kold College is a Danish vocational college in Odense specializing in food, hospitality, agriculture, and service trades. It is a direct peer that competes with ZBC's Fødevarer and Kokke- og Tjenerskolen programs for students and company apprenticeship partners.
• Niels Brock: Niels Brock is a Copenhagen-based business and vocational college offering HHX, EUD, and commercial programs. It is a direct peer serving the same Danish youth and adult learner segments with comparable gymnasium and business vocational tracks.
• TECHCOLLEGE: TECHCOLLEGE is one of Denmark's largest vocational and technical education institutions, operating multi-campus programs across vocational trades, technology, and upper secondary education. It is a direct Danish vocational peer with comparable program breadth, dual-training model, and publicly funded structure.
• IBC Kolding: IBC Kolding (International Business College) is a Danish vocational and business education institution offering HHX, HTX, and EUD programs. It is a direct peer in the commercial and technical gymnasium segment where ZBC's HHX/HTX compete for students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCyfx7vOoipFyqYPcIvSJFvQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/zbcfaelles
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zbc-zealand-business-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/ZBC_uddannelser

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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