- Accenture (ACN, Financial) acquires Ascendient Learning to enhance its learning and certification capabilities.
- The acquisition aims to expand instructor-led training and industry-recognized certification offerings.
- Ascendient Learning adds a catalog of over 850 training solutions to Accenture's LearnVantage business.
Accenture (ACN) has announced its acquisition of Ascendient Learning, a subsidiary of Axcel Learning, previously owned by Alpine Investors. This strategic move is designed to bolster Accenture’s capabilities in providing instructor-led training and certification services, an essential component in helping organizations meet the surging demand for technology development and workforce upskilling.
Ascendient Learning, an amalgamation of training companies including Accelebrate, ExitCertified, and Web Age Solutions, brings a comprehensive course catalog exceeding 850 offerings. This includes in-person and virtual instructor-led training, digital certifications, and vendor-authorized IT training, specifically catering to IT and digital skills. The addition of Ascendient Learning's nearly 75 professional staff will significantly enhance Accenture's LearnVantage business.
Kishore Durg, global lead of Accenture LearnVantage, highlighted the importance of the acquisition, noting that clients face ongoing challenges in keeping pace with technological advancements. Ascendient Learning's expertise in IT and digital training is expected to complement Accenture’s existing services, supporting the company's vision to lead in enterprise learning by providing essential tools and resources for organizations to thrive amid rapid technological changes.
The acquisition aligns with Accenture's strategic investment in learning and development, following the launch of LearnVantage in 2024, which was part of a $1 billion initiative to help clients reskill and upskill their workforces for greater business value.
This development positions Accenture to better serve the increasing demand for IT and digital skills training, empowering organizations to build future-ready workforces, and underscores Accenture's commitment to innovation and leadership in the global learning space.
