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Coursera to Combine with Udemy to Empower the Global Workforce with Skills for the AI Era

Coursera (COUR) | December 17, 2025

By Noah Edwards

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Coursera and Udemy announced a definitive merger agreement in an all-stock transaction.

The combined company's pro forma annual revenue will exceed $1.5 billion.

Anticipated annual run-rate cost synergies of $115 million within 24 months.

Strategic Merger

Coursera and Udemy merging to create a leading technology platform for skills development.

Financial Impact

Pro Forma annual revenue to reach over $1.5 billion with cost synergies of $115 million.

Market Position

Enhanced global reach and market opportunities for the combined company.

  • The merger will redefine skills discovery, development, and mastery globally.
  • The combined company aims to address the evolving global talent transformation market.
  • Greater value and impact expected for learners and enterprise customers.

The merger between Coursera and Udemy is set to revolutionize the e-learning industry, offering enhanced learning experiences and significant cost synergies. It highlights the importance of agility in adapting to new skills demanded by the AI era.