PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1807839
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1807839
Corporate e-learning is the utilization of digital resources for delivering learning and training initiatives to employees within an organization. This approach allows companies to offer personalized and adaptable training, irrespective of employees' location or time zone, enabling them to learn at their convenience.
Key technologies within corporate e-learning encompass learning management systems (LMS), online e-learning, mobile e-learning, virtual classrooms, rapid e-learning, and other related tools. A learning management system (LMS) is a software application or web-based technology designed for administering, documenting, tracking, reporting, automating, and delivering educational courses or training programs. LMS solutions can be deployed both in the cloud and on-premises, catering to organizations of various sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises as well as large enterprises. Providers of these solutions may offer instructor-led and text-based content, and some organizations may choose to outsource certain aspects of their e-learning initiatives.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are taking a toll on the professional services sector, especially within legal, consulting, architectural, and engineering fields. Increased duties on imported technology, software, office hardware, and digital infrastructure have pushed up operational costs for firms that rely on global systems and resources. Cross-border consulting engagements are experiencing delays and higher expenses due to elevated travel costs and limited access to international data and tools. Moreover, industries heavily impacted by tariffs such as manufacturing, construction, and logistics are reducing their reliance on outsourced services, dampening demand for professional support. In response, service providers are reassessing pricing models, strengthening ties with domestic vendors, and accelerating the adoption of AI and automation to maintain profitability and client satisfaction in an increasingly volatile environment.
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The corporate e-learning market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $447.55 billion in 2024 to $526.81 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to social learning, multimedia integration, engaging e-learning courses, and growth in education companies.
The corporate e-learning market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1037.01 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to mobile learning, microlearning, AI and machine learning, remote workforce training, just-in-time learning. Major trends in the forecast period include personalized learning paths, data-driven learning analytics, remote workforce, focus on soft skills development, microlearning modules.
The forecast of 18.4% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Trade restrictions may disrupt U.S. businesses by raising costs for interactive training modules and microlearning platforms sourced from India and Finland, leading to reduced workforce development opportunities and higher expenses for employee upskilling programs. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The surge in remote work culture is anticipated to drive the growth of the corporate e-learning market in the foreseeable future. Remote work culture, characterized by the flexibility for employees to work outside of traditional office settings, has gained momentum due to advancements in digital technology and a growing demand for flexibility among workers. Corporate e-learning plays a crucial role in supporting remote work culture by offering accessible and flexible training solutions, enabling continuous skill development and knowledge acquisition for employees spread across various locations. For instance, in the UK, approximately 40% of working adults reported having worked from home at least once in the past seven days in early 2023, reflecting the increasing prevalence of remote work culture. Consequently, the rise in remote work culture serves as a catalyst for the expansion of the corporate e-learning market.
Key players in the corporate e-learning market are actively innovating to capitalize on this trend, developing new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI)-driven creative media to enhance their offerings. AI-driven creative media involves leveraging AI technologies to generate, enhance, or assist in creating various forms of media. For example, D-ID, an Israel-based provider of cloud and AI-based platforms, introduced a groundbreaking corporate training solution in June 2022. This innovative platform utilizes AI and digital human technology to enable companies to create engaging video content quickly. By pairing images with text or audio files, the platform generates customized photorealistic avatars, allowing for the transformation of articles, websites, and marketing materials into videos without the need for extensive production resources. Additionally, the platform offers a diverse range of presenters in terms of ethnicity, gender, and language, providing a more immersive and interactive learning experience for employees engaged in corporate e-learning programs.
In March 2023, Omniplex Learning, a software company headquartered in the UK, finalized the acquisition of Good e-Learning for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move is anticipated to bolster Omniplex Learning's commitment to advancing its digital learning solutions and solidifying its standing in the market. Good e-Learning, a UK-based online training provider, specializes in delivering information technology (IT) and digital transformation training to corporate employees.
Major companies operating in the corporate e-learning market are The International Business Machines Corporation, Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, Adobe Inc., LinkedIn Corporation, Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., Blackboard Inc., Learning Technologies Group plc, Skillsoft Corporation, Cegos Group, Docebo Inc., D2L Corporation, SumTotal Systems LLC, IgniteTech, HIVE Blockchain Technologies Ltd., Coveo Solutions Inc., Learning Pool Limited, CrossKnowledge Group, Kallidus Ltd., Media Zoo, Mind Tools, iSpring Solutions Inc., GeoMetrix Data Systems Inc., CERTPOINT Systems, Moodle Pty Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the corporate e-learning market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the corporate e-learning market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the corporate e-learning market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The corporate e-learning market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as mobile learning solutions, customized course design, content development, assessment, and evaluation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.