Coursera (NYSE:COUR) (NYSE: COUR) is a leading online learning platform that partners with universities, companies and government organizations to offer a wide array of educational programs. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company provides learners around the world with access to thousands of courses, Specializations, professional certificates, guided projects and fully accredited degrees. Through its web and mobile applications, Coursera enables individuals to develop new skills, advance their careers and pursue lifelong learning in fields such as data science, business, technology, health and the arts.
The platform’s catalog is built in collaboration with more than 275 university and industry partners, including institutions such as Stanford University, the University of London and Google. Coursera’s degree programs encompass bachelor’s and master’s degrees in areas like computer science, business administration and public health, and are designed to mirror the rigor and curriculum of on-campus offerings. For learners who prefer shorter-form content, the company offers professional certificates in areas such as project management and cloud engineering, as well as MasterTrack™ certificates that deliver graduate-level coursework in a modular format.
In addition to serving individual subscribers, Coursera has developed enterprise solutions through its Coursera for Business platform, which provides organizations with learning analytics, skill assessments and curated learning paths for workforce upskilling. Government agencies and non-profits also leverage Coursera for Governments to expand digital skills training at scale. The company’s global reach extends to learners in more than 190 countries, and content is often localized with multilingual subtitles and region-specific offerings to ensure broad accessibility.
Founded in 2012 by Stanford University computer science professors Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, Coursera has grown from a pioneering massive open online course (MOOC) provider into a comprehensive digital education ecosystem. In 2017, former Yale University President Richard Levin joined as chief executive officer, guiding the company through platform enhancements, expanded partnerships and its 2021 initial public offering. Coursera continues to refine its technology and curriculum, aiming to democratize education and address the evolving needs of learners and employers worldwide.
