History

About CODECS

History & Evolution

For over 30 years, CODECS has been a cornerstone in the development of business education in Romania. Our journey reflects innovation, strategic partnerships, adaptation, and resilience — values that have built one of the most robust training and managerial education organizations in the country.

1993

The first 25 students of the Open University Business School in Romania establish CODECS – Centre for Open Distance Education for a Civil Society, aiming to promote and develop distance education in Romania.

1995

Open University and CODECS sign the Master Agreement, making CODECS the exclusive partner of the Open University in Romania.

1996

CODECS completes its national network, reaching 10 regional centers.

1997

Establishment of the Open Print printing house.

1998

A year of strategic expansion:

Creation of CODECS Publishing House, specialized in business literature.
Establishment of the Training and Consultancy Division.
Launch of CODECS Business Travel.

CODECS Publishing House contributes to Romanian managerial culture by publishing works by local and international authors in management, economics, marketing, leadership, and coaching.

2000

CODECS introduces the "Project Management" program to Romania, becoming a pioneer in the field.

2001

The CODECS Foundation for Leadership is established along with the "Leaders of the Third Millennium" program, dedicated to developing leadership skills among students and teachers. The program has exceeded 9,000 graduates.

2002

Official launch of the CODECS Club – the alumni association for Professional Diploma in Management and MBA graduates.

2003

CODECS Group integrates Career Solutions International, the Romanian representative of the American corporation DBM.

2004

Launch of the Project Management Forum, one of Romania's most important industry events, featuring prestigious international guests.

2007

A year of strategic consolidation:

Launch of the HR Vocational School (CIPD UK certification).
Implementation of the 360 Solutions model (US license).
ISO 9001:2000 Certification.
Investor in People Accreditation.
Organization of the "New Thinking for a New World" conference by Charles Handy.

2008–2009

Launch of Business Operations and Supply Chain Innovation, Strategy & Management courses. 2009 marks the record year for DPM and MBA graduates.

2010

The Tender Group becomes the majority shareholder (51%). Launch of Certificate New Generation. The "Management: Perspectives and Practice" course is added to the MBA program.

2011

Exclusive partnership with 360Solutions (USA). Organization of the Leadership 2011 conference with leaders from Microsoft, Thales, and other key players.

2012–2013

In partnership with PROSPECTIUNI, the Professional Development Center for geologists and geophysicists is created. The first class graduates in 2013.

2014

CODECS becomes an IASSC Accredited Center and launches Lean Six Sigma certification programs.

2014–2018

Period of strategic restructuring and financial consolidation. The organization successfully completes its insolvency process, settling debts of approximately 3.5 million euros.

2019–Present

Acceleration of digitalization, development of online and hybrid programs, strengthening of the Business School Professional division, and expansion of the international certification portfolio.

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