BBS Wechloy

What BBS Wechloy does

BBS Wechloy (legal name: Berufsbildende Schulen Wechloy der Stadt Oldenburg (Oldb)) is a publicly maintained vocational school (Berufsbildende Schule) located at Am Heidbrook 10, 26129 Oldenburg, Lower Saxony, Germany. Founded in 1981 and operating under the governance of the City of Oldenburg and the State of Lower Saxony, the school specializes in economics, law, and administration (Wirtschaft, Recht und Verwaltung) and holds the Europaschule (European School) designation from the Kultusministerkonferenz. The institution is led by Schulleiter Oliver Pundt and operates without tuition fees, funded entirely through public budget allocations.

The school delivers dual vocational training across roughly 20 commercial and administrative apprenticeship tracks (banking, insurance, real estate, legal and notarial assistants, tax specialists, public administration, social insurance, wholesale/foreign trade, e-commerce, automotive, event management, logistics, courier/express/post, healthcare commerce, tourism, and sport/fitness), alongside full-time school forms (Berufseinstiegsschule, two-year and one-year Fachoberschule Wirtschaft und Verwaltung including police-service orientation, Berufsorientierung, LernOrteTage) and continuing education via the Fachschule Betriebswirtschaft leading to the 'Staatlich geprüfter Betriebswirt/in' qualification. Add-on qualifications include the IHK-certified Asienkaufmann/-kauffrau, SAP4school IUS ERP training, the Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat (sustainability certificate with SDG/CSR curriculum), and the Frühstarter program with Jade Hochschule allowing students to earn up to 20 university credits. Technology infrastructure comprises Moodle LMS, Untis scheduling, the BBS Cloud platform (cloud.oledu.de), E-Learning portal (portal.oledu.de), Nextcloud file storage, and a VR Language Center used for intercultural training with international partners including Qingdao (China), Hoogeveen (Netherlands), and Malta.

The business model is non-commercial public provision: revenue derives from State of Lower Saxony and City of Oldenburg budget allocations with no tuition charged to students. Go-to-market is event-driven, relying on participation in regional career fairs (Job4U at Weser-Ems-Halle Oldenburg, Voccatium), parent information evenings, the school's Berufs- und Studieninformationstag, the centralized BBS Beratungssystem der Oldenburger BBSen, and social media (Instagram, YouTube). The customer base consists of vocational apprentices (dual system), full-time students seeking higher-education entrance qualifications (Fachhochschulreife / Allgemeine Hochschulreife), and adult learners in continuing education. Dual training partnerships with IHK Oldenburg and regional employers provide the company-based apprenticeship component, while Jade Hochschule and FOM Bremen provide higher-education articulation pathways.

Name

BBS Wechloy

Legal name

Berufsbildende Schulen Wechloy der Stadt Oldenburg (Oldb)

Website

https://bbs-wechloy.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BBS Wechloy is a publicly funded vocational school in Oldenburg, Lower Saxony, Germany, founded in 1981, specializing in economics, law, and administration. It serves vocational apprentices, full-time students, and adult learners through dual training, Fachoberschule, and continuing education programs with no tuition fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Apprenticeships, Pre-Apprenticeships & Work-Based Learning (EDAAAOAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Business administration training
• Dual apprenticeship programs
• Commercial vocational school
• Continuing professional education

Headquarters

HQ city

Oldenburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Educational Funding: As a public vocational school (Berufsbildende Schule) funded by the State of Lower Saxony and the City of Oldenburg, BBS Wechloy operates as a non-profit public educational institution. No tuition fees are charged; the school is funded through public budget allocations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

BBS Wechloy is a publicly funded vocational school providing dual vocational training (Berufsschule) and full-time school programs (Vollzeitschulformen) focused on business administration, finance, law, administration, commerce, trade, logistics, tourism, and service occupations. The school combines classroom instruction with in-company apprenticeship for IHK-recognized professional qualifications, supplemented by add-on certifications (Asienkaufmann, SAP4school, Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat), the Frühstarter early university credit program, and Erasmus+ international internships.

Product overview

BBS Wechloy is a vocational school (Berufsbildende Schule) offering a comprehensive educational portfolio focused on business, law, and administration. The school provides dual vocational training programs across banking, insurance, legal administration, retail, logistics, and service sectors, alongside full-time school forms including the Fachoberschule (upper secondary business school) and the Fachschule Betriebswirtschaft (continuing business education). The offering is complemented by add-on qualifications such as SAP4school IT training, the Asienkaufmann international trade certification, a sustainability certificate program, and the Frühstarter early university preparation program in cooperation with Jade Hochschule. International mobility is supported through Erasmus+ exchange programs and school partnerships. The school operates digital learning infrastructure including Moodle and Nextcloud platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Frühstarter: Early starter program in cooperation with Jade Hochschule allowing students to earn university credits before graduation
• Asienkaufmann/-kauffrau (IHK)
• Europaschule

Products and services

• Dual Vocational Training (Bank, Versicherungen, Recht, Verwaltung, Handel, Logistik, Dienstleistungen) Dual vocational training programs combining in-company apprenticeship with school-based instruction across banking, insurance, legal administration, retail, wholesale, marketing, automotive, logistics, tourism, sport/fitness, and healthcare commercial occupations. Leads to IHK-recognized professional qualifications for apprentices aged typically 16-25.
• Fachoberschule Wirtschaft und Verwaltung (Full-Time Upper Secondary School) Two-year and one-year Fachoberschule programs focusing on business administration and public administration, including specializations in economics, administration/law enforcement (including Polizeivollzugsdienst), and European/international orientation. Leads to Fachhochschulreife (higher education entrance qualification). Also includes Berufseinstiegsschule (BES) integration class, Berufsorientierung (BO), and LernOrteTage (LOT).
• Fachschule Betriebswirtschaft (Continuing Education in Business Administration) State-certified business economist program (Fachschule Betriebswirtschaft) for continuing professional education leading to the 'Staatlich geprüfter Betriebswirt/in' qualification. Designed for adult learners and professionals with completed vocational training seeking advanced business administration credentials and career advancement.
• SAP4school / SAP-Schulung (ERP Curriculum Module) SAP enterprise software training program integrated into the curriculum (SAP4school IUS / SAP4school Basisschulung), providing students with practical ERP system skills as a co-curricular qualification.
• Asienqualifikation / Asienkaufmann/-kauffrau (IHK) Additional qualification in Asian business operations certified by the IHK (Industrie- und Handelskammer), focusing on international trade with Asian markets. Delivered in cooperation with international partners including the Chinesisch-Deutsche Berufsschule Westküste Qingdao.
• Frühstarter-Programm (Early University Credit Program) Early starter program in cooperation with Jade Hochschule Wilhelmshaven, enabling students in their final school year to earn up to 20 university credits in modules including Grundlagen der BWL, Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten, Wirtschaftsenglisch, and Buchführung. Lectures delivered on-site at the school or online, with student mentor support.
• Erasmus+ Auslandspraktika (International Apprenticeship Mobility) International exchange and internship program enabling students to complete vocational training abroad through Erasmus+ funding, with school partnerships in Qingdao (China), Hoogeveen (Netherlands), and Malta.
• Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat (Sustainability Certificate) Student certification program covering sustainability, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), corporate social responsibility, greenwashing awareness, and sustainable business practices. A complementary Jade Hochschule module 'Nachhaltigkeit, Projektmanagement und Team Skills' is planned for Winter Semester 2026/2027.
• Lernplattformen (Moodle, Nextcloud) Digital learning environment providing e-learning courses via Moodle LMS (bbs-w-ol.moodle-nds.de) and material exchange through Nextcloud cloud storage, enabling self-directed learning and access to course materials for students and staff.
• Duales Studium Steuerfachangestellte (with FOM Bremen) Dual study program for Steuerfachangestellte (tax specialists in training) in cooperation with FOM Hochschule Bremen, allowing students to pursue a bachelor's degree at FOM in parallel with their vocational apprenticeship. Classes are held at the BBS Wechloy campus.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 650 EUR raised for SOS Children's Village through inclusive sports event charity run
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Jade Hochschule WilhelmshavencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014The Jade Hochschule Wilhelmshaven operates two major cooperation programs with BBS Wechloy: (1) The 'Frühstarter' early university access program running since 2014, enabling BBS Wechloy students in their final school year to earn up to 20 university credits in modules including Grundlagen der BWL, Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten, Wirtschaftsenglisch, and Buchführung, with lectures delivered on-site at the school or via online format and supported by student mentors. (2) A joint Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat qualification developed with Jade Hochschule, with a new module 'Nachhaltigkeit, Projektmanagement und Team Skills' planned for the Winter Semester 2026/2027 as a follow-up to the school's Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat program.
• FOM Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management BremenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA dual study program (Duales Studium) for Steuerfachangestellte (tax specialists in training) allowing students to pursue a degree at FOM Bremen in parallel with their vocational apprenticeship. Classes are held at the BBS Wechloy campus.
• IHK Oldenburg (Industrie- und Handelskammer)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe IHK Oldenburg administers apprenticeship examinations for BBS Wechloy students and provides Ausbildungsberatung (training advisory) services. IHK representatives regularly participate in graduation ceremonies and school events. The school also organizes the IHK-Ausbildungslauf 'Move On' event.
• Chinesisch-Deutsche Berufsschule Westküste QingdaominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational school partnership within the framework of the Asien-Zusatzqualifikation (Asia additional qualification, IHK-certified). The first delegation visit took place in April 2026, with three students and two teachers from Qingdao (Shandong province) spending a week at BBS Wechloy. The program included company visits (Sonepar, friesenfeld, Vierol, G.U.T. Brötje Handel), VR language center sessions, intercultural training, and a homestay with families of students in the Asienkaufmann program. The partnership is supported by the Bildungsnetzwerk China and the City of Oldenburg. A counter-visit in China is planned.
• Berufsfeuerwehr OldenburgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA pilot integration project (running through June 2024) for students of the Berufseinstiegsschule (BES) combining German language acquisition with basic fire department training. Students receive 4 hours per week of fire department instruction including hose deployment, knot tying, and first aid, with theoretical and practical examinations at year's end. The program supports integration of students with migration backgrounds.
• Inlingua MaltaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing international partnership within the school's international team for Malta, providing language immersion and cultural exchange opportunities for students. Video messages from Inlingua, students, and teachers were featured at farewell events.
• Alfa-college Hoogeveen (Netherlands)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCross-border cooperation with the Alfa-college Hoogeveen in the Netherlands under the Interreg VI program 'Deutschland-Nederland', co-funded by the European Fund for Regional Development (EFRE). Projects include 'Sustainability – Grenzen überwinden, gemeinsam denken' (Cross-border Sustainability) focusing on food waste and sustainable nutrition, and a joint peace project ('Frieden auf der Welt') in which students from both schools created videos about peace themes.
• Rijnland Instituut (Netherlands)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch partner institution involved in the cross-border sustainability project with BBS Wechloy and Alfa-college Hoogeveen under the Interreg VI program, focusing on sustainable nutrition and food waste topics.
• AIDA Cruises, ERGO Reiseversicherung, HanseMerkur, Höffmann Reisen VechtaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFour travel industry companies (AIDA Cruises, ERGO Reiseversicherung, HanseMerkur, and Höffmann Reisen Vechta) supported the student-organized '#nachhaltigunbekannt' sustainable tourism presentation event by donating prizes for a quiz competition. These companies are industry partners engaging with BBS Wechloy's tourism education program.
• Jugendwerkstatt VHS und Gartenbau TheilenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction partners for the school garden (Schulgarten) project: the Jugendwerkstatt VHS and Gartenbau Theilen helped set up raised beds in the school courtyard, providing practical support for the sustainability and ecology education program.
• Immerbunt DeutschlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization that collaborated with BBS Wechloy to establish two flower meadows (Blühwiesen) in front of the school building as part of the school's biodiversity and environmental education initiative.
• Regionales Umweltzentrum Oldenburg (RUZ)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Regional Environmental Center of Oldenburg (RUZ) provided the 'Goals in the Box' SDG education material and staff to work with BBS Wechloy classes over six lessons on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as part of the school's Nachhaltigkeitszertifikat curriculum.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• BBS Vechta: BBS Vechta is a Lower Saxony vocational school in the neighboring Vechta district, sharing the broader Weser-Ems region with BBS Wechloy but serving a distinct geographic catchment within IHK Oldenburg.
• BBS Delmenhorst: BBS Delmenhorst is a Lower Saxony vocational school in the nearby Delmenhorst area, operating commercial vocational programs in an adjacent catchment to BBS Wechloy's Oldenburg base.

Direct peers

• BBS Wilhelmshaven: BBS Wilhelmshaven is named alongside BBS Wechloy as a participating school in the 13th Weiterbildungsmesse für Bankazubis and operates as a Lower Saxony vocational school covering similar commercial occupations in the IHK Oldenburg region.
• BBS Wittmund: BBS Wittmund is explicitly named as a peer school that co-participated with BBS Wechloy in the 13th Further Education Fair for Bank Apprentices (Weiterbildungsmesse für Bankazubis) in 2026. It serves the same banking apprentice population via IHK Oldenburg.
• BBS Ammerland: Berufsbildende Schule Ammerland is a neighboring Lower Saxony vocational school offering commercial and business programs in the same Oldenburg economic region. It competes with BBS Wechloy for apprentices from the same IHK Oldenburg catchment and shares the BBS Beratungssystem der Oldenburger BBSen.
• BBS Cloppenburg: BBS Cloppenburg was a co-participant with BBS Wechloy in the 13th Weiterbildungsmesse für Bankazubis in 2026, serving the same Lower Saxony commercial apprenticeship pipeline via IHK Oldenburg.
• HLA Lohne: HLA Lohne (Berufsbildende Schulen Lohne) is identified as a co-participant with BBS Wechloy in the 13th Weiterbildungsmesse für Bankazubis in 2026, operating as a Lower Saxony commercial vocational school serving the IHK Oldenburg catchment.
• BBS Friesland: BBS Friesland is a Lower Saxony vocational school in the same IHK Oldenburg region as BBS Wechloy, offering commercial and business apprenticeships that directly overlap BBS Wechloy's portfolio.

Emerging players

• Alfa-college Hoogeveen: Alfa-college Hoogeveen is a Dutch vocational school partnered with BBS Wechloy under the Interreg VI Deutschland-Nederland program, co-funded by EFRE, on cross-border sustainability and peace projects. It offers direct cross-border comparability on commercial vocational training models.

Others

• Jade Hochschule Wilhelmshaven: Jade Hochschule Wilhelmshaven is a higher education partner operating the Frühstarter program with BBS Wechloy since 2014, including a new Nachhaltigkeit/Projektmanagement/Team Skills module planned for WS 2026/2027. It is comparable as an adjacent education provider feeding graduates from BBS Wechloy's vocational pipeline.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

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