Since 2009, PostFinance has been in partnership with the Institut für Jungunternehmen (IFJ), which has become firmly established in the startup scene thanks to its professional support and is currently the leading contact point for company founders in Switzerland. The IFJ’s resources include an online incorporation service, a BusinessPlan tool and training courses.
Start a business
Expert advice for company founders and startupsPostFinance supports company founders and startups on their journey to creating their own business – with helpful tips and useful documents. As a future company owner, you will benefit in particular from our partnership with the Institut für Jungunternehmen (IFJ), which offers resources such as a practical online incorporation service and fascinating courses.
IFJ online incorporation service
The IFJ’s online incorporation service guarantees that you can start a company easily, quickly and safely. Foundation of a sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited liability company (GmbH) or private limited company (Ltd) via the IFJ’s online incorporation service is free of charge if opening a PostFinance business account at the same time.
IFJ BusinessPlan tool
The IFJ BusinessPlan Tool provides simple, step-by-step guidance on the contents of a business plan. In addition, your access rights allow you to work on one or several plans individually or in a team. Learning videos and templates are also available.
IFJ courses
The free courses from the IFJ enable company founders and startups to prepare for important issues such as starting a company, creating a business plan, drawing up contracts, acquiring customers, advertising online and accounting.
More resources from the IFJ
- Support in the search for financing thanks to the Venturelab accelerator programme, or access to start-up capital of up to CHF 130,000 through the Venture Kick initiative
- Free Innosuisse training programme for projects and startups in the ICT, advanced engineering, medtech and biotech sectors
- Workplaces and offices in the startup space in Schlieren
Would you like even more expert advice? In our blog, we offer useful posts all about starting and building a business. Topics range from choosing a legal form and startup costs to establishing a brand.
Our national studies in collaboration with the IFJ and the LINK Institute provide fascinating insights into the startup market in Switzerland.
Is your company or startup already up and running?
It’s easy to open a new banking relationship. We are happy to answer your questions in a telephone call. We’ll explore your requirements and ensure that you can start carrying out your financial transactions with PostFinance in no time.
