OpenClassrooms

OpenClassrooms is a global online education platform founded in 2013 by Pierre Dubuc and Mathieu Nebra. The company offers over 350 competency-based training programs leading to nationally accredited bachelor's and master's level diplomas in high-demand fields such as web and mobile development, UX design, data science, digital marketing, and instructional design. OpenClassrooms' mission is to make education accessible at scale, with a focus on helping students obtain jobs and advance their careers. The platform utilizes a project-based learning approach, with 80-90% of learning done through practical projects. Students receive individual mentorship and support throughout their programs. OpenClassrooms has developed its own degree-awarding powers, which serves as a differentiator and quality signal in the market. The company creates 99% of its course content in-house to maintain high quality and agility. As of 2021, OpenClassrooms had over 2.5 million students from 126 countries using its platform. The company offers both free courses and premium paid programs. For 70% of students, program fees are covered by employers, governments, or apprenticeship schemes. OpenClassrooms provides a job guarantee, offering tuition refunds to graduates who don't find employment within six months.

Key customers and partnerships

OpenClassrooms works with major corporations to provide employee training and apprenticeship programs. In November 2022, the company launched an apprenticeship program with pharmaceutical company Merck to upskill employees in tech fields like data analytics and digital marketing. OpenClassrooms has partnerships with academic institutions and companies to offer co-branded programs. The platform also collaborates with coding bootcamp and university partners to provide blended online/in-person learning options. OpenClassrooms is part of the OneTen coalition, which aims to advance one million Black individuals without four-year degrees into family-sustaining careers.