bbs-haarentor

What bbs-haarentor does

BBS Haarentor (legal name: Berufsbildende Schulen Haarentor der Stadt Oldenburg) is a public vocational school (Berufsbildende Schule) located at Ammerländer Heerstr. 33-39 in Oldenburg, Germany, jointly operated by the State of Lower Saxony (Land Niedersachsen) and the City of Oldenburg under the authority of the Niedersächsisches Kultusministerium. It serves approximately 2,000 students through three full-time upper-secondary programs (Wirtschaftsgymnasium leading to Abitur, Fachoberschule Gesundheit/Pflege, and Fachoberschule Wirtschaft/Verwaltung with Informatik specialization) and around 15 dual (part-time) vocational training tracks covering IT (Fachinformatiker in three specializations), business administration (Industriekaufleute, Büromanagement, E-Commerce, Dialogmarketing), healthcare (Medizinische, Zahnmedizinische, Tiermedizinische, Pharmazeutisch-kaufmännische Fachangestellte), and media (Medienkaufleute Digital/Print). The principal is OStD Olaf Sieger.

The school's underlying technology platform is conventional educational infrastructure: Moodle for learning management, WebUntis for timetabling and attendance, Microsoft Office 365 for productivity, and the BoB online portal for student enrollment during the annual February 1-20 registration window. A Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy is in place, with recommended Windows notebooks priced around €350. The school supplements its core vocational programs with industry-recognized certifications including Cisco CCNA (via the Cisco Networking Academy), ICDL digital literacy modules, KMK foreign language certificates, telc Business English, and the Europakaufmann/-frau international business qualification. International programs include Erasmus+ mobility placements (Ireland and other EU countries), eTwinning digital collaborations, and bilateral student exchanges with Olsztyn, Poland (since 2018) and Izhevsk, Russia (since 2014).

BBS Haarentor operates a non-commercial revenue model funded primarily by state appropriations from Lower Saxony and the City of Oldenburg, with no tuition charged for regular vocational programs. Commercial income is limited to small ancillary fees for certification examinations (KMK ~€65, telc ~€105, ICDL €100) and optional paid Cisco advanced courses. The school maintains an ecosystem of over 100 regional employer partners that supply dual-education apprenticeship placements, and it has been recognized as a Europaschule of Lower Saxony, an EU-Botschafterschule of the European Parliament, and an eTwinning School. A student-run cooperative, Kauflust Haarentor eSG, operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary providing practical entrepreneurship experience.

Name

bbs-haarentor

Legal name

Berufsbildende Schulen Haarentor der Stadt Oldenburg (Oldb)

Website

https://bbs-haarentor.de

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Short description

BBS Haarentor is a public vocational school in Oldenburg, Germany, jointly operated by the State of Lower Saxony and the City of Oldenburg, delivering state-funded full-time and dual (apprenticeship-based) vocational education to approximately 2,000 students across 20+ programs in IT, business, healthcare, and media.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce, Employability & Youth Skills Partnerships (EDADALAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Credit Recovery & Alternative Adult High School (EDAAABAC), Professional & Executive Short Courses (Non-Degree, International) (EDAIAIAH)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Secondary education
• Dual training programs
• Vocational certifications
• International exchange programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Oldenburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. State-Funded Public Education: As a public vocational school maintained by the state of Lower Saxony and the city of Oldenburg, BBS Haarentor operates primarily through government educational funding. There is no tuition charged for regular vocational education programs.
2. Certification Examination Fees: The school administers paid certification examinations including KMK foreign language certificates (65 EUR), telc Business English (approximately 105 EUR), and ICDL digital literacy certifications (100 EUR total).
3. Cisco Networking Academy: CCNA courses offered through Cisco Networking Academy; some advanced courses (Routing Protocols and WAN access) are provided as optional paid programs outside regular instruction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BBS Haarentor is a public vocational school in Oldenburg, Germany, delivering full-time and part-time vocational education programs including Wirtschaftsgymnasium (Abitur), Fachoberschule (Fachhochschulreife), and dual vocational training in business, IT, healthcare, and media sectors. It offers approximately 20 vocational qualification pathways alongside supplementary certification programs (KMK language certificates, TELC Business English, ICDL digital literacy, Cisco CCNA networking, Europakaufmann international qualification) and international exchange programs through Erasmus+, eTwinning, and bilateral partnerships with schools in Poland and Russia.

Product overview

BBS Haarentor is a vocational school (Berufsbildende Schulen) in Oldenburg, Germany, offering a comprehensive portfolio of full-time and part-time educational programs. The core offerings include three full-time programs (Wirtschaftsgymnasium leading to Abitur, and two Fachoberschule programs in Health and Business IT), plus approximately 15 dual/vocational training programs in business and IT fields (including Fachinformatiker specializations, commercial training programs, and healthcare assistant programs). Supplementary qualifications include language certifications (KMK-Fremdsprachen, TELC), IT credentials (CISCO CCNA, ICDL), and the Europakaufmann international qualification. The school operates international programs including Erasmus+ exchanges, eTwinning, and partnerships with schools in Poland and Russia. Special programs include the Kauflust Haarentor student cooperative, digital student ID, and a peer tutoring initiative. The institution uses digital platforms including Moodle for learning management and WebUntis for scheduling.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wirtschaftsgymnasium (WGO) Full-time upper-secondary school program (Klasse 11-13) leading to the Abitur (general higher education entrance qualification), with a focus on economics and business studies. Designed for students seeking a business-focused academic pathway to university.
• Fachoberschule Gesundheit und Pflege Full-time upper-secondary program (Klasse 11-12) leading to the Fachhochschulreife (applied sciences university entrance qualification), specializing in health and nursing care. Prepares students for careers in healthcare or further studies at Fachhochschulen.
• Fachoberschule Wirtschaft und Verwaltung – Schwerpunkt Informatik Full-time upper-secondary program leading to the Fachhochschulreife with a focus on business administration and computer science/informatics. Graduates qualify for study at all Fachhochschulen in Germany and universities in Lower Saxony in business, informatics, and related fields.
• BFS dual – Gesundheit und Pflege Dual vocational school program focusing on health and nursing care, combining school-based learning with practical training in healthcare facilities. Leads to recognized vocational qualifications in the health sector.
• BFS dual – Wirtschaft/Informatik Dual vocational school program with specializations in office services, e-commerce, business informatics, and trade. Combines classroom instruction with practical workplace training.
• Fachinformatiker Anwendungsentwicklung (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for software development specialists (Fachinformatiker specializing in application development), part of the dual training system for IT professionals. Combines school instruction with workplace apprenticeship.
• Fachinformatiker Systemintegration (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for IT systems integration specialists, part of the dual training system. Trains students in IT infrastructure, network systems, and system administration.
• Fachinformatiker Daten- und Prozessanalyse (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for data and process analysis specialists, part of the dual training system. Covers data analytics, process optimization, and digital business intelligence.
• Industriekaufleute (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for industrial business managers (Industriekaufmann/-frau), combining commercial training with practical industry experience in industrial enterprises.
• Kaufleute für Digitalisierungsmanagement (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for digitalization management specialists, preparing students for digital transformation roles in businesses.
• Kaufleute für Büromanagement (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for office management specialists (Kaufmann/-frau für Büromanagement), covering administrative and organizational tasks in business environments.
• Kaufleute Dialogmarketing (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for dialog marketing specialists, focusing on customer communication, direct marketing, and marketing campaigns.
• Kaufleute E-Commerce (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for e-commerce specialists (Kaufmann/-frau im E-Commerce), covering online retail and digital business operations.
• Kaufleute für IT-System-Management (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for IT systems management specialists, covering IT system administration and management in business contexts.
• Medienkaufleute Digital/Print (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for media buying specialists in digital and print advertising (Medienkaufmann/-frau Digital und Print).
• Medizinische Fachangestellte (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for medical assistants, combining medical office training with clinical practice in healthcare settings.
• Personaldienstleistungs-Kaufleute (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for staffing and recruitment specialists (Personaldienstleistungskaufmann/-frau).
• Pharmazeutisch-kaufmännische Angestellte (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for pharmaceutical commercial assistants, preparing students for roles in pharmacy retail and pharmaceutical wholesale.
• Tiermedizinische Fachangestellte (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for veterinary assistants (Tiermedizinische/-r Fachangestellte/-r), preparing students for clinical and administrative roles in veterinary practices.
• Zahnmedizinische Fachangestellte (Teilzeit) Part-time vocational training program for dental assistants (Zahnmedizinische/-r Fachangestellte/-r), covering dental office procedures and patient care.
• KMK-Fremdsprachenzertifikat Certification KMK foreign language certificate program offering B1 and B2 level language qualifications aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GER). Examination fee: 65 EUR per exam. Available to students seeking professional English language credentials.
• TELC English B2/C1 Business Certification International business English language certification program at B2 or C1 level, recognized by employers, universities, and institutions worldwide. Fee: approximately 105 EUR per participant, including course materials, examination fees, and certification.
• CISCO CCNA Certification Program Cisco networking certification program provided through the Cisco Networking Academy, covering network fundamentals, routing protocols, LAN switching, and WAN access. Integrated into Systemintegration vocational programs with some advanced courses offered as optional paid programs.
• ICDL Digital Literacy Certification International computer literacy certification offering modules in computer essentials, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and digital collaboration. Total fee: 100 EUR (4 x 15 EUR test fees + 40 EUR student Cert-ID including Moodle access). Prices updated August 2023.
• Europakaufmann/-frau Zusatzqualifikation European business qualification supplementary program combining foreign language skills with business knowledge and international experience through Erasmus+ foreign internships. Enhances students' international employability profile.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students can earn multiple recognized certifications including KMK language certificates (B1-C1), ICDL digital literacy, and Cisco CCNA networking credentials alongside vocational qualifications.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Zespół Szkół Ekonomicznych im. Mikołaja Kopernika, Olsztyn (Poland)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Annual bilateral student exchange program for Industriekaufleute (Industrial Commercial Clerks) students. Includes fall and spring exchange visits, with financial support from the Deutsch-Polnisches Jugendwerk (German-Polish Youth Exchange).
• Izhevsker Polytechnisches College (Russia)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Ongoing student exchange program with Izhevsk Polytechnic College in Udmurtia, Russia. Multiple visits since 2015, including trinational exchanges with Polish partners. Supported by Stiftung Deutsch-Russischer Jugendaustausch (German-Russian Youth Exchange Foundation).
• Erasmus+ (European Union)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus+ mobility program enabling student and staff exchanges to Ireland and other EU countries. Supported by EU co-funding, the program provides international practical experience opportunities for vocational students through structured mobility placements.
• eTwinning / European SchoolnetcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean school partnership platform enabling digital cross-border collaboration with schools across Europe. BBS Haarentor has completed multiple eTwinning projects and earned Quality Seals and the eTwinning School Label.
• Regional Business Partners (100+ companies)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 100 regional companies in Oldenburg and surrounding areas provide apprenticeship placements, internship opportunities, and practical training for dual education students. Includes IT companies, manufacturing firms, healthcare providers, and retail businesses.
• Cisco Networking AcademymajorTechnology or IntegrationGlobal IT networking education program providing CCNA curriculum, online course materials, and certification pathways. BBS Haarentor offers CCNA courses integrated into Systemintegration vocational programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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