BDU THİK

What BDU THİK does

Bakı Dövlət Universiteti (Baku State University / BDU), the company analyzed under the label 'BDU THİK', is Azerbaijan's oldest and largest public university, founded in 1919 and operating as a government state entity under the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan Republic. The institution offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across 16 faculties and 119 departments, delivering 83 undergraduate specializations in Azerbaijani, Russian, and English languages to approximately 24,000 students, supported by 1,296 teaching faculty and a total headcount of 2,730 staff. Its product portfolio includes educational services, the institutional newspaper 'Bakı Universiteti Qəzeti' (established 1929), BDU TV, an in-house publishing house (BDU-nun Nəşr Evi), the volunteer organization 'BDU könüllüləri', and the digital SIACAS portal for international student applications. The institution also operates subsidiaries including the Gazakh regional branch, the Economics and Humanities College, the Young Talents Lyceum, and recreation centers at Guba and Altiaghaj.

The university's core technology infrastructure is built on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) modular education platform, supplemented by digital library systems with information exchange agreements with 50+ universities across 20+ countries, a centralized Scientific Research Management System, and a Research, Development and Innovations Excellence Center. Its go-to-market motion combines a state-administered national examination system for domestic Azerbaijani students with multi-channel international recruitment through the SIACAS portal, bilateral university partnerships, embassy networks, international education fairs, and exchange programs including Erasmus+, Mevlana, and Orhun. Distribution is enabled by 12 international dual degree programs with partner universities in China, Israel, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, USA, France, and Germany, alongside cultural institutes such as the Confucius Institute, Baku King Sejong Institute, and Russkiy Mir Russian Center.

Revenue derives from three primary streams: state budget appropriations funding 61% of student slots, tuition fees from fee-paying Azerbaijani and international students, and international grant funding (notably EU Erasmus+) for research and mobility. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The customer base is segmented into Azerbaijani undergraduate students (primary), international students from 34 countries, graduate dual-degree candidates, and academic staff/researchers participating in international collaboration programs. The institution is led by Rector Elçin Babayev and held no funding rounds or M&A activity in the analyzed period.

Name

BDU THİK

Legal name

Bakı Dövlət Universiteti

Website

https://bdu.info.az

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bakı Dövlət Universiteti (Baku State University) is Azerbaijan's oldest and largest public university, founded in 1919, serving approximately 24,000 students across 16 faculties with 83 specializations, and recruiting 400+ international students from 34 countries through dual degree and exchange programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Flagship Public Research Universities (R1/R2) (EDAHAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Research Universities with Multi-Campus Systems (EDAHAAAI), Public Research Universities with Comprehensive Graduate & Professional Schools (EDAHAAAF)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Public university
• Undergraduate programs
• Graduate education
• Dual degree programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Baku, Baku City

HQ country

Azerbaijan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees - International Students: Fee-based education for international students studying at the university across various programs
2. State Budget Funding: Government-funded education for Azerbaijani students (61% of students on state-funded programs)
3. Dual Degree Program Fees: Revenue from international dual degree programs with partner universities worldwide
4. International Grant Funding: EU Erasmus+ and other international grant programs funding research and mobility activities

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Baku State University is Azerbaijan's oldest and largest public university, delivering higher education across 16 faculties and 119 departments, with approximately 24,000 students pursuing 83 undergraduate specializations, master's, and doctoral programs. The institution also administers international dual degree programs with partner universities worldwide, hosts cultural language institutes (Confucius, King Sejong, Russkiy Mir, Abay Kunanbayev), and operates media properties including the Bakı Universiteti newspaper, BDU TV, and a university publishing house.

Product overview

BDU THİK (Bakı Dövlət Universiteti) is Azerbaijan's oldest and largest university, established in 1919. It operates as a comprehensive higher education institution offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across 16 faculties with 83 specializations. The university's product portfolio includes educational services, the 'Bakı Universiteti' newspaper (established 1929), BDU TV channel, a publishing house, and the volunteer organization 'BDU könüllüləri'. The university also provides digital services through the SIACAS portal for international student applications and maintains international partnerships with dual degree programs across multiple countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Degree Programs (Bakalavriat)
• Master's Degree Programs (Magistratura)
• Doctoral Programs (Doktorantura)
• International Dual Degree Programs
• SIACAS Online Application Portal
• Bakı Universiteti Newspaper (Bakı Universiteti Qəzeti)
• BDU TV Channel
• BDU Publishing House (BDU-nun Nəşr Evi)

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates are in demand in the national and international job market
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Anhui University (China)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Dual degree program in Philology (Chinese Language and Literature) - students study 2 years at BSU and 2 years at Anhui University with scholarships from Chinese Ministry of Education
• Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Israel)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Dual degree program in Biotechnology (master's) as part of State Program for Increasing International Competitiveness
• University of Business and International Studies (UBIS), SwitzerlandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Dual degree program in Business Organization and Management (MBA) for training highly qualified specialists in business management
• L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (Kazakhstan)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Dual degree program in Biotechnology focusing on training high-level specialists in biotechnology
• Sh. Yessenov Caspian State University of Technologies and Engineering (Kazakhstan)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Dual degree program in International Relations for training highly qualified specialists
• Holon Institute of Technology (Israel)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Dual degree program in Computer Science (bachelor's) preparing experts with deep theoretical knowledge and practical skills in computer science and ICT
• Satbayev University (Kazakhstan)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Dual degree program in Oil Chemistry (master's) focused on training experts in oil chemistry and chemical engineering
• Lincoln University (USA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Dual degree program in Business Organization and Management (Finance) for master's level training in economics and management
• Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (Kazakhstan)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Joint postgraduate program in Marine and Energy Law conducted in English
• Lumière Lyon 2 University (France)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021First dual degree program between France and Azerbaijan in French, taught in French and English with Lyon 2 professors
• Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (Germany)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Doctoral level dual degree program in Law allowing students to earn dual degrees
• Würzburg University (Germany)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011Dual degree program in European Law (2011-2019), with 50 BSU students earning dual degrees. Funded by DAAD organization
• Abay Kunanbayev Center (Kazakhstan)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011Center of Kazakh language, history and culture for developing cultural relations between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan
• Korean Agency for Digital Opportunities and Promotion (KADO)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2008Support for Azerbaijan-Korea Information Technology Center providing students access to modern digital technologies and equipment
• Russkiy Mir Foundation (Russia)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008Russian Center project for promoting Russian language and culture, with modern electronic library, conference hall, and internet facilities
• Confucius Institute (China)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational institute at BSU for Chinese language and cultural education, established to promote Chinese language learning and cultural exchange between Azerbaijan and China
• Baku King Sejong Institute (Korea)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational institute at BSU for Korean language and cultural education, supported by the Korean government
• ICESCO ChaircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic chair dedicated to ICESCO-related educational and research initiatives
• UNESCO ChaircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic chair under UNESCO auspices for specialized research and education programs
• Turkish Universities (Mevlana Exchange Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent exchange program with Turkish universities allowing one semester studies in Turkiye, with teaching opportunities for faculty
• Union of Turkish Universities (Orhun Exchange Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent and faculty exchanges among Turkic Council member universities through the Orkhun exchange program
• Yerusəlim İbrani Universiteti (Hebrew University of Jerusalem)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation memorandum signed for biotechnology program at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, joint research, conferences, and symposiums

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Khazar University: Khazar University is a private university in Azerbaijan with English-medium and internationally oriented programs. It competes with Baku State University for fee-paying Azerbaijani and international students, although its scale and public ownership differ.
• Azerbaijan Technical University: Azerbaijan Technical University is a public technical university with engineering, technology, and applied-science programs. It overlaps with Baku State University's engineering and science portfolio and competes in Azerbaijan's higher-education market.
• ADA University: ADA University is a private Azerbaijani university offering undergraduate, graduate, professional, and executive education with an internationalized faculty and partner network. It competes for many of the same Azerbaijani students and cross-border programs as Baku State University.
• Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry: Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry is a public Azerbaijani university with engineering, oil, industrial, and related technical programs. It is a relevant domestic comparator for Baku State University's science, engineering, and workforce-oriented offerings.
• Azerbaijan University of Languages: Azerbaijan University of Languages is a public university focused on language, humanities, and international education. It serves a similar student market and competes for Azerbaijani and international applicants.
• Azerbaijan State University of Economics: Azerbaijan State University of Economics is a large public university offering economics, business, management, and related programs. It is a close domestic competitor for Azerbaijani undergraduate and graduate students.

Regional players

• L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University: L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University is a major public research university in Kazakhstan with a broad multi-campus and international orientation. It is comparable to Baku State University in public research-university structure, scale, and cross-border academic partnerships.
• Al-Farabi Kazakh National University: Al-Farabi Kazakh National University is a large public research university in Kazakhstan with extensive international partnerships and broad undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a useful regional benchmark for Baku State University's internationalization and research ambitions.
• Ganja State University: Ganja State University is a regional public university offering multidisciplinary higher education in Azerbaijan. It competes for students and faculty at a regional level and has a similar state-supported operating model.
• Sumgait State University: Sumgait State University is another Azerbaijani public university serving a regional industrial market. It is comparable in public-university model and broad academic offering, although it is not based in Baku.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bdu-thi%CC%87k

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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