2U Partners With Over 250 Global Universities and Industry Leaders To Expand Online Education

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EdTechReview.in is excited to announce the recent addition of more than a dozen renowned organizations to 2U, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: TWOU) global online learning platform, edX. With the addition of these partners, edX is now the go-to platform for millions of learners around the world, providing them with high-quality, affordable online education.

The new partners include EIT Food, Escola do Caos, Fortinet, Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia (FCT), Integrative Mental Health University, Institute of Product Leadership, International Compliance Association (ICA), MGH Institute of Health Professions, MindEdge, New England Medical Innovation Center, Osmosis from Elsevier, Qualtrics, The External Studies Institute, Universidade de São Paulo, and Xccelerate. Additionally, the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) and the University of Denver, who already partner with 2U, are expanding their offerings to include open courses.

These organizations are providing courses in some of the most relevant and sought-after topics today, such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare, business, and sustainability. As educators, we’re thrilled to have such comprehensive and up-to-date content available to our students. With edX’s commitment to quality and affordability, our students can rest assured that they’re getting the best education possible.

Andrew Hermalyn, President of Partnerships at 2U, had this to say about the new partners: “With the addition of these institutions to the edX platform, we’re further solidifying our leadership in the digital education space. In an era where flexible online learning is in high demand, our partnerships not only enhance accessibility and affordability but also enrich the edX platform with high-quality, relevant content. This naturally attracts dedicated learners, laying the groundwork for increased organic engagement and efficient marketing.”

2U’s mission has always been to eliminate the back row in higher education, and with edX, they’re well on their way to achieving it. The platform connects over 81 million people with thousands of high-quality, affordable learning opportunities, from free courses to complete degrees. Whether you’re a student looking to break into a new industry or an experienced educator looking for the latest and greatest content, edX has something for everyone.