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Edtech firm Simplilearn plans to relaunch fresher upskilling vertical

The Blackstone-backed firm had shut down its study abroad and fresher upskilling verticals in 2024 as they failed to generate the expected outcomes

Krishna Kumar, Founder and CEO, Simplilearn
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Krishna Kumar, Founder and CEO, Simplilearn

Udisha Srivastav New Delhi

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Ed-tech firm Simplilearn, which provides digital upskilling courses, is planning to relaunch its two key verticals — fresher upskilling and study abroad — after discontinuing them last year.
 
As part of its strategic comeback, the company will explore potential acquisitions to rebuild these services, said Krishna Kumar, founder and chief executive officer of Simplilearn.
 
The Blackstone-backed firm had shut down its study abroad and fresher upskilling verticals in 2024 as they did not meet expectations.
 
Expressing continued enthusiasm for the fresher upskilling market, Kumar said, “We are very focused on professionals, but not as strong in catering to first-time job