Who founded Coursera and when was it established?
Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller founded Coursera in 2012 after uploading their computer science lectures to the internet in the fall of 2011.
Questions about Coursera
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Coursera file for its initial public offering and what was the share price?
Coursera filed for an initial public offering on the 31st of March 2021 and priced its shares at $33 per share.
What major leadership change occurred at Coursera in December 2024?
Jeff Maggioncalda left the company in December 2024 and was replaced by Greg Hart who took function at Coursera on the 3rd of February 2025.
When did Coursera announce its B Corporation certification and what does it signify?
Coursera announced its B Corporation certification from B Lab on the 2nd of February 2021 to signal a commitment to social and environmental responsibility alongside financial success.
What acquisition did Coursera agree to in December 2025 and what was the value?
Coursera agreed to acquire Udemy for about $930 million in equity in December 2025 valuing the combined company at $2.5 billion.