CIFP Carlos III

What CIFP Carlos III does

CIFP Carlos III is a public integrated vocational training center (Centro Integrado de Formación Profesional) located at C/Carlos III, 3 in Cartagena, Región de Murcia, Spain. It is owned and operated by the Comunidad Autónoma de la Región de Murcia (CARM) through the regional education authority, and functions as part of the Spanish public vocational education system. The institution offers tuition-free vocational training programs for EU citizens across four main tracks: Grado Medio (intermediate vocational training), Grado Superior (advanced vocational training), Cursos de Especialización (short intensive specialization courses), and Cursos SEF (regional employment-service professional qualification courses). Program families span Administration and Finance, Commerce, International Trade, Marketing, IT Systems, Web/Multiplatform Application Development, Cybersecurity, AI and Big Data, and Video Game Development with Virtual Reality. Enrollment is managed through the Región de Murcia education authority's official preinscription and matrícula processes.

The institution's technology stack consists of multiple digital platforms for education delivery: the Aula Virtual virtual classroom hosted on murciaeduca.es, the Educación a Distancia platform at eadfp.murciaeduca.es for remote learning, and the Mirador Plumier educational management system. Physical facilities include computer labs, video game development and virtual reality labs, 3D printing facilities, sound recording studios, and video editing suites. Revenue is derived from public education budgets allocated by the regional government, supplemented by EU co-funding through Erasmus+ (KA121-VET and KA131-HED), Next Generation EU, the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), and grants from CaixaBank Dualiza and other foundations.

CIFP Carlos III serves four primary customer segments: young students entering Grado Medio (typically aged 16-20), advanced students in Grado Superior (typically aged 18-25), working professionals seeking specialization in emerging technologies, and unemployed workers taking SEF professional qualification courses. Practical training is delivered through mandatory Formacióin en Centros de Trabajo (FCT) workplace internships (400-800 hours) with over 400 regional partner companies, complemented by Dual vocational training pathways that combine classroom instruction with paid work experience. International mobility is provided through Erasmus+ partnerships spanning Malta, Italy, Ireland, Portugal, the UK, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Greece, Turkey, and Slovenia. The institution maintains 33 employees and has received multiple awards including a SpainSkills gold medal (2023), the Repsol Entrepreneurship Prize (2022), the IM22 First Prize (2024), and the Premio Nacional e-FP 2026. It is also recognized as a regional reference center for accessibility under ADDAW certification.

Name

CIFP Carlos III

Legal name

CIFP Carlos III

Website

https://cifpcarlos3.es

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CIFP Carlos III is a public vocational training center in Cartagena, Spain, owned by the Región de Murcia government. It offers free mid-level, advanced, and specialization programs in business administration, IT, commerce, and marketing, plus Erasmus+ international mobility and dual training with 400+ partner companies.

Ownership category

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Product category

Vocational Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Junior Colleges (6112), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

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PRIMARYEDAHADAE

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Community & Junior Colleges

SECONDARYEDAHADAG

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Community & Junior Colleges

SECONDARYEDAHADAD

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Community & Junior Colleges

SECONDARYBPACANAB

Technical & Digital Skills Training

Business & Public Services/HR, Staffing & Recruitment Services/Training, Learning & Development Services

SECONDARYEDALABAG

Experiential Learning & Internships/Co-ops

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Academic Advising, Career Services & Student Success

SECONDARYEDAAAKAO

Career Coaching, Mentoring & Placement Support Services

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Career Readiness & Employability Skills (Resume, Interview, Workplace Skills)

Keywords

• Vocational training programs
• Secondary education courses
• Erasmus student mobility
• Professional certification programs
• Distance learning platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Cartagena

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a public vocational training center under the Región de Murcia education system, CIFP Carlos III is primarily funded through government educational budgets. Education is free for EU citizens under the Spanish public education system.
2. Erasmus+ Program Funding: The institution receives European Union funding through Erasmus+ programs for student and staff mobility, internationalization initiatives, and collaborative European projects. Multiple Erasmus projects are listed including KA121-VET for vocational training and KA131-HED for higher education.
3. Dualiza and Foundation Grants: Receives support and funding from CaixaBank Dualiza and various foundations for innovation projects, entrepreneurship initiatives, and orientation programs.

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Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Public vocational training center providing mid-level (Grado Medio) and advanced (Grado Superior) vocational programs in administrative management, commerce, IT, marketing, and communication, alongside specialization courses in cybersecurity, AI/big data, and video game development. The center complements classroom instruction with workplace training (FCT), dual vocational training (Formación Profesional Dual), international mobility through Erasmus+, and post-graduation support via Bolsa de Empleo (employment exchange) and Punto Emprende (entrepreneurship office).

Product overview

CIFP Carlos III is a Centro Integrado de Formación Profesional (Integrated Vocational Training Center) offering a comprehensive portfolio of mid-level (Grado Medio) and advanced-level (Grado Superior) vocational training programs, specialization courses, and student services. The institution provides in-person and distance learning options through its Aula Virtual and Educación a Distancia platforms. Educational programs span business administration, IT/computing, commerce, and marketing fields. The center supports student development through practical training (FCT), dual vocational training, international mobility via Erasmus+, entrepreneurship support (Punto Emprende), and job placement services (Bolsa de Empleo).

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Products and services

• Grado Medio programs (Vocational training mid-level) Mid-level vocational training programs for post-secondary students covering Gestión Administrativa, Sistemas Microinformáticos y Redes, and other introductory trade qualifications, including mandatory Formación en Centros de Trabajo (FCT) workplace placements.
• Grado Superior programs (Advanced vocational training) Advanced vocational training programs including Administración y Finanzas, Comercio Internacional, Gestión de Ventas y Espacios Comerciales, Marketing y Publicidad, Transporte y Logística, Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Multiplataforma, and Animaciones 3D, Juegos y Entornos Interactivos. Includes FCT workplace experience and eligibility for Erasmus+ international mobility.
• Specialization courses in cybersecurity, AI/big data, and video game development Post-qualification specialization tracks designed to upskill working professionals and graduates in emerging technology fields, complementing the existing Grado Medio and Grado Superior curriculum and aligned with regional labour-market demand.
• SEF employment-linked training courses Training courses coordinated with the Servicio Regional de Empleo y Formación (SEF) of the Region of Murcia, targeting unemployed workers and aimed at improving employability through certified vocational qualifications.
• Aula Virtual (virtual classroom platform) Online learning platform that supports face-to-face students with digital classroom resources, course materials, and tutor communication channels.
• Educación a Distancia (distance learning platform) Fully online distance-learning platform that allows EU-citizen students to enroll in CIFP Carlos III programs remotely, broadening access beyond the Cartagena campus.
• Erasmus+ student mobility programs International mobility grants managed through the Erasmus+ programme enabling CIFP Carlos III students to undertake study or work placements at partner institutions across the European Union.
• Bolsa de Empleo (employment exchange) Employment exchange service that connects CIFP Carlos III graduates and alumni with regional employer opportunities, supporting post-graduation placement.
• Punto Emprende (entrepreneurship office) Entrepreneurship support office that advises students and alumni on starting businesses and developing entrepreneurial projects, complementing the technical training provided.
• Formación Profesional Dual (dual vocational training) Dual vocational training pathway combining classroom instruction with extended in-company training at regional partner employers, enabling students to earn while they learn and accelerate workforce integration.

Quantifiable outcome

• National recognition through SpainSkills gold medals and participation in EuroSkills competitions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

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

• ADDAW (Asociación para la Defensa de los Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad Auditiva)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerADDAW collaborated with CIFP Carlos III to conduct accessibility audits of the institution's website. The center was certified as a regional reference for accessibility. ADDAW supports the elimination of barriers to achieve inclusion and equal opportunities.
• NEON ACCESIBILIDADcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEON ACCESIBILIDAD partnered with CIFP Carlos III to support accessibility initiatives. The company helps the institution maintain its regional reference status for accessibility.
• SEPIE (Servicio Español para la Internacionalización de la Educación)coreOthersSEPIE is the Spanish service responsible for the internationalization of education. CIFP Carlos III participates in Erasmus+ programs through SEPIE, facilitating student and staff mobility across European institutions.
• European Union (Next Generation EU / ERDF)coreOthersThe institution receives co-funding from the European Union through various programs including Next Generation EU, ERDF (European Regional Development Fund), and the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan. Funding supports innovation projects and digital transformation.
• FPEmpresastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerFPEmpresa, the Spanish federation of vocational training centers, partnered with CIFP Carlos III on orientation initiatives and participated in the organization of the C3Orienta project.
• Región de Murcia Education Authority (CARM Educación)coreOthersThe institution operates under the regional education authority which provides funding, manages enrollment systems, and coordinates educational policies. The SEF (Servicio Español de Empleo) collaborates on professional qualification courses.
• Erasmus+ Partner Institutions (Various European Countries)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus+ mobility partners include institutions in Malta, Italy (Vibo Valentia, Bolonia), Ireland (Dublin), Portugal (Braga, Setúbal, Oporto), United Kingdom (Manchester), Germany, Poland, Czech Republic (Prague), Greece (Chania), Turkey (Samsun), and Slovenia (Ljubljana). Students complete FCT (work placement) internships at partner companies in these countries.
• Regional Business Partners for FCT PlacementscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe institution coordinates with over 400 companies for Formación en Centros de Trabajo (FCT) work placements and Dual vocational training. Companies receive students for practical training periods (400-800 hours) and in Dual modality, companies employ students as trainees with compensation.
• Red de Centros Educativos Promotores de SaludminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIFP Carlos III participates in the Network of Educational Centers Promoting Health in the Región de Murcia, collaborating on health education and wellbeing initiatives for students.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CEAC: Established private Spanish vocational training brand covering administration, commerce, IT, and emerging tech programs, with both online and blended delivery — operates at significantly larger national scale than a single regional public FP center.
• MasterD: Large Spanish private vocational training provider offering FP-grade programs (administración, comercio, informática) and specializations. Competes for the same student demand from a national, multi-channel delivery model rather than a single-campus public model.
• Implika: Private vocational training school in Spain offering FP-equivalent programs in administration, IT, marketing, and commerce — comparable content portfolio targeting similar student segments via a multi-site private model.
• CCC Centro de Estudios: National Spanish vocational training provider offering programs in administration, commerce, IT, and professional skills. Competes for the same end-student demand with a fully online model, contrasting with CIFP Carlos III's campus-based approach.

Direct peers

• CIFP Politécnico de Murcia: Public integrated vocational training center in the same Región de Murcia. Operates the same FP model (Grado medio/superior, Dual training, Erasmus+) and competes for the same regional student pool and employer network.
• CIPFP Mislata: Public Centro Integrado de Formación Profesional in the Valencian Community offering Grado medio/superior and specialization courses in administration, commerce, and IT — directly comparable Spanish public FP center with overlapping program portfolio.
• CIFP Juan de Colonia: Public integrated FP center in Burgos (Castilla y León) covering administration, commerce, and IT vocational programs under the same Spanish national FP framework — a direct national peer for benchmark comparison.

Regional players

• IES Politécnico de Cartagena: Public secondary and vocational training institution in the same Cartagena locality offering overlapping FP tracks (administración, comercio, informática). Closest local geographic peer and direct competition for the same student pool.

Others

• FPEmpresa: National federation of Spanish public vocational training centers that CIFP Carlos III belongs to. Acts as an ecosystem partner and sectoral representative rather than a competitor, but shapes national FP policy and programming.
• CaixaBank Dualiza: CaixaBank foundation that funds and promotes vocational training in Spain and has directly partnered with CIFP Carlos III on the C3Orienta project. Functions as an ecosystem funder/promoter shaping demand and program funding across the FP sector.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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