Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz

What Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz does

Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz GmbH is an Austrian private higher-education operator founded in 1999 by Friedrich (former Director of HTL Weiz) and headquartered at Hauptplatz 4, 8160 Weiz, Steiermark. The company delivers part-time, accredited diploma and master's degree programs in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial engineering/business engineering, in cooperation with Germany's Hochschule Mittweida (University of Applied Sciences), which holds degree-granting authority under the Saxon Higher Education Act. Programs are taught through a blended learning model combining 6-7 weekend presence sessions per semester with 24/7 online materials delivered via an ILIAS-based ePortal (with student software including Office 365, MATLAB & Simulink, and library access via SpringerLink and other databases). The institution operates at 15 study locations across Austria (Bregenz, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Wiener Neustadt, Krems, Linz, Graz, Vöcklabruck, Hollabrunn, Wolfsberg, Fulpmes, Ried, Weiz, and Vienna), using HTL partner schools as venues. A Master of Engineering in Integrated Technical Systems launched September 2024, and certified training programs (Lehrgänge, Basic 90 ECTS / Advanced 125 ECTS, €475 per module) provide entry pathways for non-HTL holders and stack toward the full diploma. ASIIN Systemsiegel accreditation (valid through September 30, 2029), ISO 9001/21001, and Ö-Cert listing underpin quality positioning.

The business model is a tuition-driven subscription: students pay semester flat-rate fees (Semesterpauschale) plus monthly teaching/organization fees (capped at 24 monthly payments) before the four-semester diploma programs, and €475 per module for certified training. End-customers are individual working professionals and HTL graduates across Austria, recruited through a sales-led motion combining dedicated study coordinators per program, in-person and Zoom-based info evenings, BeSt³ education fairs, school information fairs, and HTL partnerships. No public funding rounds, M&A, or external investors are disclosed; ownership remains with the founding Friedrich family, with Hofrat Dipl.-Ing. Günther Friedrich as Managing Director for strategic development and Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Gerald Friedrich, M.Sc. as Managing Director for quality assurance and marketing. The organization has produced 5,200+ graduates as of 2024 (7,000+ combined with sister organization Ingenium Education), with 66.5% of DI (FH)/M.Sc. graduates reportedly in leadership positions. Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz

Legal name

Studien- und Technologie Transfer Zentrum Weiz GmbH

Website

https://aufbaustudium.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz is an Austrian part-time higher-education provider delivering accredited Dipl.-Ing. (FH) and Master's programs in engineering in cooperation with Hochschule Mittweida, serving working professionals and HTL graduates across 15 Austrian locations via blended learning.

Ownership category

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Product category

Adult Higher Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Specialized Engineering Domains (EDAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Diploma-to-Degree / Articulation & Credit-Transfer Pathways (EDAIAJAG), Online International & Cross-Border Universities (Global/Transnational Providers) (EDAHALAL)

Keywords

• Part-time engineering education
• Blended learning programs
• Diploma degree programs
• Continuing professional education
• Adult higher education

Headquarters

HQ city

Weiz

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Diploma Program Tuition: Semester flat-rate fees (Semesterpauschale) paid before each semester, plus monthly fees for teaching and organization. The duration of Fachhochschulstudiengänge is four semesters. Monthly fees are charged up to 24 times. Extended duration beyond four semesters results only in semester flat-rate fees plus an administrative fee per additional semester.
2. Certified Training Program Modules: Individual modules for certified training programs (Lehrgänge) priced at €475 per module. Programs include Basic (90 ECTS) and Advanced (125 ECTS) levels, with a path toward diploma program completion.
3. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Modular programs in Elektrotechnik, Maschinenbau, and Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen leading to certified qualifications with pathway to university degree.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz is an Austrian higher education institution that delivers accredited part-time diploma and master's degree programs (Dipl.-Ing. FH) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Integrated Technical Systems in cooperation with Hochschule Mittweida University of Applied Sciences (Germany). It combines in-person weekend lectures at 15 Austrian locations with online distance learning via its ILIAS-based ePortal, enabling working professionals to earn an internationally recognized engineering degree alongside employment, while also offering certified technician training programs (Lehrgänge) as entry pathways.

Product overview

Studien- und Technologie Transferzentrum Weiz operates as a part-time higher education institution offering a portfolio of diploma and master's degree programs in collaboration with Hochschule Mittweida University of Applied Sciences (Germany). The core offering consists of three diploma programs (Elektrotechnik, Maschinenbau, and Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen) at 240 ECTS each, delivering the Dipl.-Ing. (FH) qualification. The institution also offers a Master of Engineering program in Integrated Technical Systems. Supporting the degree programs are certified technician programs (Basic/Advanced levels) in Energy, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering that serve as entry pathways for non-HTL holders or as standalone professional certifications. An additional certified program on Circular Economy (Circular Net) is offered as continuing education. All programs combine in-person weekend sessions with distance learning elements using the ILIAS-based ePortal platform. The organization serves students across 15 Austrian locations.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Diplomstudiengang Elektrotechnik (Diploma in Electrical Engineering) 240 ECTS diploma program with specializations in Automation Technology, Energy Technology, and Sustainability and Circular Economy. Delivered in cooperation with Hochschule Mittweida; leads to Dipl.-Ing. (FH) degree. ASIIN accredited. For working professionals seeking an accredited electrical engineering degree.
• Diplomstudiengang Maschinenbau (Diploma in Mechanical Engineering) 240 ECTS diploma program with specializations in Mechatronics, Building Technology, and Production and Manufacturing Technology. Delivered in cooperation with Hochschule Mittweida; leads to Dipl.-Ing. (FH) degree. ASIIN accredited. For working engineers and technicians.
• Diplomstudiengang Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen (Diploma in Industrial Engineering) 240 ECTS diploma program combining technical and business administration education. Delivered in cooperation with Hochschule Mittweida; leads to Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing. (FH) degree. ASIIN accredited. For professionals seeking technical-business dual qualifications.
• Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) Integrierte Technische Systeme Master's degree program in Integrated Technical Systems offered in collaboration with Hochschule Mittweida University of Applied Sciences. For diploma-holding engineers seeking advanced qualifications. Available at Graz/Weiz, Vöcklabruck/Mondsee, and Vienna locations.
• Zert. Energietechniker:in (Certified Energy Technician) Certified technician training program with Basic (90 ECTS) and Advanced (125 ECTS) levels, leading to potential progression to Dipl.-Ing. (FH) in Electrical Engineering. Focus on energy technologies and sustainable engineering. Priced at €475 per module.
• Zert. Elektrotechniker:in (Certified Electrical Technician) Certified technician program with Basic (90 ECTS) and Advanced (125 ECTS) levels, leading to potential progression to Dipl.-Ing. (FH) in Electrical Engineering. Covers mathematics, electrical fundamentals, electronics, programming, and networked technical systems. Priced at €475 per module.
• Zert. Maschinenbau-Techniker:in (Certified Mechanical Engineering Technician) Certified technician program with Basic (90 ECTS) and Advanced (125 ECTS) levels, leading to potential progression to Dipl.-Ing. (FH) in Mechanical Engineering. Covers mathematics, CAD, mechanics, materials engineering, and thermodynamics. Priced at €475 per module.
• Zert. Wirtschaftsingenieur:in (Certified Industrial Engineer) Certified technician program with Basic (90 ECTS) and Advanced (125 ECTS) levels, leading to potential progression to Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing. (FH). Combines technical and business administration fundamentals with soft skills. Priced at €475 per module.
• Circular Net - Kreislaufwirtschaft (Circular Economy Program) Certified continuing education program on circular economy and sustainable business practices. Focuses on transitioning from a throwaway society to a resource-efficient society. Developed as part of the Interreg SLO-AUT CircularNet project with Slovenian partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 66.5% of DI (FH)/M.Sc. graduates hold leadership positions (managing directors, plant managers, technical directors, etc.)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Ptuj School Center Department of MechatronicsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Project partner in the Interreg CircularNet SLO-AUT 2021-2027 initiative. Contributes expertise in mechatronics to the cross-border circular economy training program. Schloss Stattenberg hosted the project's kick-off ceremony.
• Fachhochschule Ptuj (Ptuj School of Applied Sciences)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partner in the Interreg SLO-AUT 2021-2027 CircularNet project. The project aims to promote circular economy practices and provide training for SMEs in Slovenia and Austria. Led by HR Dipl.-Ing. Günther Friedrich from Studienzentrum Weiz.
• Ingenium Education GrazcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Sister organization founded in 2003/04 that offers additional study programs including Bauingenieurwesen, Industrial Management, and Informatik in cooperation with HTWK Leipzig. Celebrated 20 years in 2024 alongside Studienzentrum Weiz's 25-year jubilee. Together, the two organizations have produced over 7,000 graduates. Jointly organized the 'Update:Upgrade' expert conference and jubilee gala dinner with 400+ guests including ministers and industry leaders.
• Hochschule Mittweida (University of Applied Sciences)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999Primary and most important partnership. Hochschule Mittweida (FH) in Germany provides the accredited degree programs (Dipl.-Ing. FH) delivered by Studienzentrum Weiz in Austria. The first cooperation started in 1999 with the Maschinenbau program and expanded to Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen (2001), Technische Informatik (2001), and Elektrotechnik (2015). The Hochschule Mittweida holds academic responsibility for curricula, examinations, and degree conferral. Students enroll as regular students at Hochschule Mittweida. The Saxon Higher Education Act applies. Approximately 5,800 students and 40+ study programs at the partner university.
• HTL (Höhere Technische Lehranstalten) Partner Schools Across AustriacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of 15 HTL (technical high schools) across Austria that provide classroom facilities and venues for the Studienzentrum's programs. Includes HTL Bregenz, HTBLuVA Innsbruck, HTBLuVA Salzburg, HTBLuVA Wiener Neustadt, HTL Krems, Bulme Graz, HTBLA Wolfsberg, HTL Hollabrunn, HTBLA Fulpmes, HTL Ried im Innkreis, HTBLA Vöcklabruck, HTL Paul-Hahn Linz, HTBLVA Wien V Spengergasse. The HTL schools provide infrastructure while the Studienzentrum provides program management and teaching coordination.
• University of the West of Scotland (UWS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerScotland's largest 'Modern University' with campuses in Paisley, Ayr, Hamilton, and Dumfries. Has over 80 university partnerships across Europe. Offers doctoral study (PhD) opportunities for graduates of diploma and master's programs organized by Studienzentrum Weiz and Ingenium Education. Founded 1897 as Paisley Technical School.
• DGWF (Deutsche Gesellschaft für wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung und Fernstudium)minorOthersGerman Association for Scientific Continuing Education and Distance Learning. An association with over 325 institutional and personal members from universities and continuing education institutions across Germany and other European countries (approximately 15 members from Austria and Switzerland). Promotes and represents higher education continuing education and distance learning. Member of the European University Continuing Education Network (EUCEN).
• UPV/EHU University of the Basque CountryminorOthersStudent exchange (Erasmus+) partner university for Studienzentrum Weiz students. Located in San Sebastian/Bilbao, Spain. Student Kadri Maliki completed an exchange semester here (February-June 2024) studying Elektrotechnik. University has excellent reputation for engineering programs and strong support for international students.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• FH Joanneum: Major Austrian Fachhochschule with engineering and industrial-engineering programs, including part-time/cooperative formats. Comparable program mix and Austrian student market, though broader portfolio and stronger on-campus delivery.
• FH Campus Wien: Vienna-based FH with strong applied engineering and technical programs, including part-time and berufsbegleitend formats aimed at working professionals. Overlaps directly on the Elektrotechnik / Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen program mix.
• FH Technikum Wien: Austria's largest purely technical Fachhochschule, offering bachelor and master programs in electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering. Larger-scale incumbent with similar program portfolio and similar Austrian student market, but with full-time and part-time formats and on-site infrastructure.
• FH Oberösterreich (FH OÖ): Large Upper Austrian FH with multiple campuses and a portfolio that includes part-time engineering programs aimed at working professionals. Competes for the same Austrian working-engineer cohort with established regional brand.
• IMC FH Krems: Private Austrian Fachhochschule offering bachelor, master and continuing-education programs in technical and business disciplines. Comparable in private status and continuing-education orientation, with broader program scope.

Others

• Hochschule Mittweida: Primary degree-granting partner of Studienzentrum Weiz; not a competitor but the upstream supplier of the academic credential. Approximately 5,800 students and 40+ study programs at the German FH whose Austrian delivery is operated by the subject company.
• BFI Wien – Berufsförderungsinstitut: Austria's largest non-profit continuing-education provider, running certified training and technician programs. Competes indirectly for the same upskilling budget of Austrian working professionals, though without awarding FH degrees.
• WIFI Österreich (Wirtschaftskammer继续教育): Chamber of Commerce-affiliated continuing-education network running certified technician and professional development courses across Austria. Adjacent competitor for the certified training (Lehrgänge) portion of Studienzentrum Weiz's portfolio.

Direct peers

• FernFH – Ferdinand Porsche FernFH: Austria's distance-learning Fachhochschule, also serving working professionals via blended/distance formats. Directly competes for the same Austrian working-professional cohort seeking accredited FH degrees without leaving employment.
• Ingenium Education Graz: Sister organization founded in 2003/04 offering additional study programs (Bauingenieurwesen, Industrial Management, Informatik) in cooperation with HTWK Leipzig; together with Studienzentrum Weiz has produced 7,000+ graduates and jointly celebrated its 20-year jubilee in 2024. Operates the same part-time blended-learning model in Austria.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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