Simplilearn – History

September 2009

MODEST START

Simplilearn starts as a blog, sharing ideas on Project Management, providing information and tips for aspirants.

 

April 2010

LAUNCH OF BLENDED LEARNING

Simplilearn introduces the Blended Model approach to PMP® training—a balanced mix of classroom training and online learning.

 

March 2011

NOT JUST PMP

By popular demand, Simplilearn adds 5 more categories in addition to PMP®—IT Service Management, IT Security Management, Quality Management, and certifications in Technology and Financial Management.

 

March 2012

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR!

Simplilearn gets its first backer for further expansion, raising US$3M in Series A funding

 

June 2012

ELEVATES 20,000+ LIVES

Simplilearn trains more than 20,000 professionals across 50+ countries

 

August 2013

SOME MORE FRESH AIR!

Simplilearn raises US$10M in Series B funding from Helion Venture Partners and Kalaari Capital

 

September 2014

ONE OF LARGEST CERTIFICATION TRAINING PROVIDERS

Simplilearn reaches its next milestone, training 200,000+ professionals in 150+ countries, becoming one of the world’s largest certification training providers. It launches 200+ courses in three training modes: online self-paced learning, classroom, and online classroom

 

April 2015

THE MISSION CONTINUES

Simplilearn raises US$15M in Series C funding from Mayfield Fund, Kalaari Capital, and Helion Venture Partners

 

February 2016

GLOBAL IMPACT: TAKING ON THE GIANTS

Ranked 8th on a list of the 50 most influential global education brands on LinkedIn—above Wharton, Harvard, and Stanford

 

April 2018

TRANSFORMING OVER 1 MILLION CAREERS GLOBALLY

Simplilearn has helped over one million professionals and companies across 150+ countries get trained, acquire certifications, and upskill their employees.

 

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