What Pumpedu s.r.o does

Pumpedu s.r.o is a Czech professional training and certification provider headquartered in Prague 4, founded in 2007, operating with a 9-employee core team supported by a network of more than 100 expert lecturers. The company delivers a broad catalog of IT, cybersecurity, AI, project management, business analysis, change management, and soft skills training, plus proprietary courses such as Sales Expert in IT and aviation-inspired leadership workshops. Training is offered in four formats — public open-enrollment courses (classroom in Prague and Brno), live virtual classroom, on-site in-house delivery at client premises, and self-paced e-learning — with prices ranging from approximately 3,600 Kč for short workshops to 45,000 Kč for multi-day advanced programs.

The business operates on multiple revenue streams: per-seat public course registrations, custom corporate in-house training, bundled exam and certification fees (ITIL, PRINCE2, ISTQB, ISO), optional e-learning subscriptions, and a subsidy facilitation service that acts as intermediary for Czech Labour Office programs (Digi pro firmu with up to 7M Kč per company; Jsem v kurzu with up to 35,000 Kč per individual) and association-funded de minimis subsidies. Authorizations from NÚKIB (Czech cybersecurity authority), the Ministry of the Interior, PeopleCert (ITIL), AXELOS (PRINCE2), and Prosci (Change Management) anchor the regulatory moat and enable delivery of officially recognized certification programs.

Go-to-market is sales-led and primarily domestic (Czech Republic), combining content marketing, SEO, email newsletters, webinars, and direct outreach via phone and website inquiry forms. B2B clients register corporate accounts with preferential pricing, while B2C consumers self-register through the website. Distribution is amplified by association partnerships, the ed.cz education group membership, and the subsidy management service that lowers effective training cost for buyers. Customer base spans IT services firms, cybersecurity vendors, engineering software companies, and broader corporate L&D departments, with documented enterprise logos including DNS a.s., System4u, COMVERGA, GreyCortex, Whalebone, IDEA Statica, E LINKX, Merit Group, Akcenta CZ, GuideVision, and AYES.

Name

Pumpedu s.r.o

Legal name

Pumpedu s.r.o

Website

https://pumpedu.cz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pumpedu s.r.o is a Czech training and certification provider (Prague, founded 2007) delivering IT, cybersecurity, AI, project management, and soft skills courses to corporate clients and individual professionals, with NÚKIB, PeopleCert, AXELOS, and Prosci accreditations, plus government-subsidy facilitation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Training and Certification Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Computer Training (61142), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate Learning & Training Content Development (EDAGAKAC), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Workshops, Webinars & Live Masterclasses (MPACALAD)

Keywords

• IT training courses
• Professional certification training
• Corporate learning services
• Soft skills development
• Cybersecurity training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Prague

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public course registrations: Revenue generated from individual participants enrolling in scheduled open-enrollment courses (classroom, virtual classroom, webinar formats). Prices range from approximately 3,600 Kč to 45,000 Kč per course depending on duration and content.
2. Corporate / in-house training: Customized training programs delivered at client premises or online for enterprise clients. The company assists with subsidy applications (Digi pro firmu, Association-funded programs) to reduce costs for corporate clients.
3. Exam and certification fees: Some courses bundle certification exam fees into the course price (e.g., ITIL Foundation Version 5 includes the certification exam).
4. E-Learning access: Selected courses include or offer optional access to e-Learning content, some with time-unlimited access for ongoing reference.
5. Government subsidy facilitation: The company facilitates access to government training subsidies (Úřad práce ČR programs such as Digi pro firmu, Jsem v kurzu) for both individuals and corporations, acting as an intermediary in the subsidy process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pumpedu s.r.o is a Czech professional training and certification provider that sells IT, cybersecurity, AI, project management, and soft-skills courses to both individual consumers and corporate clients. Courses are delivered in classroom (Prague, Brno), live virtual classroom, self-paced e-learning, and webinar formats, and include preparation for globally recognized certifications (ITIL, PRINCE2, ISO, CompTIA, ISTQB). The company also brokers Czech government training subsidies and offers tailored in-house corporate training programs.

Product overview

Pumpedu s.r.o is an IT education and training provider based in Prague, Czech Republic. The company operates as a single unified training platform offering comprehensive professional development services rather than a modular software product. Their portfolio consists of IT courses (hard skills), certification preparation programs, cybersecurity training, AI education, soft skills development, business analysis, change management, project management, and marketing training. Training formats include online virtual classrooms, in-person classroom courses, self-paced e-learning, webinars, and custom on-site programs for corporate clients. The company also facilitates access to government subsidies for employee training through programs like 'Jsem v kurzu' and 'Digi pro firmu.'

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT kurzy (IT Courses) Professional IT training courses covering technical skills across databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), networking and network administration, Microsoft technologies (Azure, Power BI, Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Windows 11), open source tools (Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, OKD/OpenShift, Proxmox, Elasticsearch, Zabbix), Google Workspace, Dell Technologies, Fortinet, SUSE, programming, machine learning, enterprise architecture, software development and testing, process management (BPMN, Lean, Six Sigma), and IT service management. Audience: IT professionals, developers, system administrators, data analysts, and corporate IT departments seeking workforce upskilling.
• Certifikační kurzy (Certification Preparation Courses) Preparation courses for internationally recognized IT and business certifications, including ITIL (Foundation Version 5, Foundation Version 4), PRINCE2 (Foundation, Practitioner, Agile), ISO standards (ISO/IEC 27001, 27002, 27005, 27035, 31000, 19510, 22301, 20000, 42001), CompTIA, ISTQB (Foundation, Advanced), COBIT, Scrum.org, DevOps, and IPMA. Delivered as authorized/approved training provider for PeopleCert and AXELOS with certification exams bundled or administered in-house.
• Kybernetická bezpečnost (Cybersecurity Training) Cybersecurity training programs covering ethical hacking, NIS2 compliance, the Akademie kyberbezpečnosti (Cybersecurity Academy), practical cybersecurity workshops, role-based cybersecurity tracks, and professional certification exams. Pumpedu holds NÚKIB authorization enabling delivery of officially recognized Czech cybersecurity training. Audience: cybersecurity professionals, IT security managers, and corporate security teams.
• AI: Umělá inteligence (Artificial Intelligence Training) Artificial intelligence training courses covering AI adoption, AI Transformation Manager (4-day program), AI Change Manager (2-day program), and the AI category's Microsoft AI sub-track. Audience: managers and teams needing to lead or implement AI initiatives in their organizations.
• Soft Skills školení (Soft Skills Training) Personal and professional development training including leadership (workshops and the 6-day Transformační Leadership program), intercultural communication (American, Chinese, Indian, German, Austrian culture tracks), business skills (Sales Expert v IT), personal development (mindfulness, mental performance), presentation skills, emotional intelligence, communication, assertiveness, and team coaching. Audience: corporate employees at all levels, managers, HR professionals, and individual professionals.
• Business Analýza (Business Analysis Training) Business analysis training covering requirements gathering, stakeholder communication, solution design, and change management within project contexts. Audience: business analysts, project managers, and consultants.
• Change Management kurzy (Change Management Training) Change management training including the Základy (2-day Foundation) program, the AI Change Manager (2-day), AI Transformation Manager (4-day), and the bundled Change Management Bundle: Základy + Workshop (4 days). Delivered by Prosci-certified instructors with Prosci Advanced Instructor certification, enabling globally recognized change management education.
• Projektové řízení (Project Management Training) Project management training covering IPMA, PRINCE2 (Foundation, Practitioner, Agile, Version 7), Risk Management, Scrum, and project workshops/simulations. Authorized AXELOS partner enables delivery of accredited PRINCE2 programs.
• Kurzy na míru (Custom Corporate Training) Bespoke training programs tailored to the specific needs of an individual company, delivered at client premises (In-House), online, or in Pumpedu's Prague/Brno classrooms. Includes needs assessment, curriculum design, instructor matching, and optional administration of Czech government subsidy applications on the client's behalf.
• Dotované kurzy (Subsidy-Facilitated Training Programs) Grant-funded training programs accessed through Pumpedu's role as intermediary for Úřad práce ČR (Czech Labour Office) programs, including Jsem v kurzu II (up to 35,000 Kč per individual), Digi pro firmu (up to 7 million Kč per company, covering training costs and partial wages), and association-funded de minimis programs for member companies. Pumpedu manages the application process for eligible participants.
• E-Learning a Samostudium (Self-Paced E-Learning) Self-paced online learning modules accessible 24/7 covering theoretical explanations and interactive practical examples. Selected courses bundle or offer optional e-learning access, including with time-unlimited access for ongoing reference (e.g., ITIL Version 5 e-learning).
• Webináře (Webinars) Live online seminar-style training sessions delivered by an instructor, including free informational webinars (e.g., Dotace na vzdělávání info webinář) used as lead generation and subject-matter webinars on topics such as ITIL Version 5 and gender pay gap legislation.
• Business Obchodník Learning Path (Corporate Subscription Learning Path) Multi-year corporate training path combining multiple business skills courses (sales, marketing, communication, leadership) under a single subscription contract with custom pricing. Audience: corporate sales and business development teams.

Quantifiable outcome

• Individuals can receive up to 35,000 Kč in subsidies from Úřad práce ČR for personal development under the 'Jsem v kurzu II' program.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• National Cyber and Information Security Agency (NÚKIB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPumpedu has obtained authorization from NÚKIB, the Czech national cybersecurity authority. This authorization allows Pumpedu to deliver officially recognized cybersecurity training programs, enhancing the credibility of its cybersecurity course offerings including the Cybersecurity Academy (Akademie kyberbezpečnosti), ethical hacking, NIS2, and related professional certification tracks.
• PeopleCertcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPumpedu is an authorized training provider for PeopleCert, the global examination institute for ITIL, PRINCE2, and other best practice certifications. As an authorized channel partner, Pumpedu delivers PeopleCert-accredited courses and administers certification exams, including the new ITIL Version 5 launched in 2026.
• AXELOS (part of Capita plc)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPumpedu holds approved training provider status for AXELOS, the global owner of PRINCE2, MSP, M_o_R, and other best practice frameworks. This partnership enables Pumpedu to deliver AXELOS-accredited certification courses in project management and related disciplines.
• Czech Industry and Professional AssociationsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPumpedu partners with Czech industry and professional associations to channel subsidized corporate training to their members. Companies must be members of these associations to access de minimis subsidy-funded training programs administered through Pumpedu. This channel is a major driver of B2B corporate revenue.
• Úřad práce ČR (Czech Labour Office)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPumpedu acts as an intermediary with the Czech Labour Office for government-funded training programs including Digi pro firmu (with subsidies of up to 7 million Kč per company) and Jsem v kurzu (up to 35,000 Kč per individual). Pumpedu manages the application process on behalf of clients, facilitating access to these subsidy programs.
• ed.cz (Education Group)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPumpedu is a member of ed group (ed.cz), a Czech education group connecting multiple training providers. This membership likely provides cross-referrals, shared resources, and a platform for collaborative growth within the Czech education market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Pluralsight: Subscription-based online technology learning platform covering cloud, cybersecurity, IT ops, and software development. Competes with Pumpedu's e-Learning and virtual classroom offerings via enterprise subscriptions in Czechia and broader EMEA.
• Coursera for Business: Global online learning platform offering professional certificates, university content, and enterprise upskilling tracks in IT, data, and leadership. Overlaps with Pumpedu's professional development and certification-adjacent content via enterprise B2B subscriptions.
• Udemy Business: Large enterprise learning subscription covering technical and soft skills courses. Directly competes for corporate L&D training budgets alongside Pumpedu's corporate in-house and learning-path offerings.
• Global Knowledge: Worldwide IT and cybersecurity training provider offering vendor-authorized courses (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, ITIL) and enterprise learning programs. Overlaps directly with Pumpedu's IT certification and managed training offerings at the enterprise level.
• Fast Lane: Global authorized training partner for vendors including Microsoft, AWS, Google, Cisco, and ITIL/PRINCE2, with a strong Central European delivery footprint. Competes with Pumpedu on authorized IT certification prep at a larger pan-regional scale.
• New Horizons: Global network of IT training centers delivering vendor-authorized (Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, ITIL) and professional development programs. Comparable to Pumpedu as a multi-vendor authorized training provider with corporate and individual delivery.

Direct peers

• EDU Trainings (ED Group member): Pumpedu is a member of ED Group (ed.cz), a network of Czech training providers sharing cross-referrals and marketing. Peers within the same group offer comparable IT and soft skills courses and overlap directly with Pumpedu's catalog.
• ICT Pro s.r.o. Czech authorized training provider focused on IT and project management certifications (PRINCE2, ITIL, Scrum, Agile) plus corporate training, with similar public-enrollment and in-house delivery models as Pumpedu.
• GOPAS: One of the largest authorized IT training providers in the Czech Republic, offering Microsoft, ITIL, PRINCE2, cybersecurity, and developer courses in classroom, virtual, and corporate formats. Direct competitor to Pumpedu in Czech IT certification prep and corporate training.
• Seduo.cz: Czech online learning marketplace for businesses and individuals covering IT, soft skills, marketing, and project management. Competes with Pumpedu especially in the self-paced and SME corporate training segments within Czechia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pumpedu-s-r-o

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Pumpedu s.r.o