Udemy Adds Vietnamese as the 15th Language in its International Collections, Enhancing Skills Development Through Native-Language Content

Udemy continues empowering organizations and professionals with localized courses on the latest skills for improved business results and broader accessibility

HANOI, VIETNAM -- July 29, 2024 -- Udemy, a leading online skills marketplace and learning platform, today announced the addition of Vietnamese courses to its International Collections, underscoring Udemy's commitment to inclusivity and providing unparalleled localized learning experiences to professionals and organizations across the globe. Available to more than 16,000 Udemy Business customers, the Vietnamese International Collection provides organizations with access to more than 200 curated courses taught by real-world experts in Vietnamese.

Researchhighlights the growing e-learning market in Vietnam and the demand for customized learning solutions by domestic companies, particularly in industries such as banking, tourism, manufacturing, and hospitality. Vietnamese organizations and professionals are increasingly leaning on online learning to determine and cultivate essential IT and language skills to keep up with rapid globalization and digital transformation. In response to this growing demand, Udemy partnered with online education platform FUNiXto launch a pilot program for select customers in Vietnam in 2022. The program experienced rapid adoption, with course consumption surpassing one million minutes within the first 12 months.

"There is a strong preference for content that is tailored to local regions and addresses specific business needs, making the International Collections a powerful tool for enhancing learners' experiences," said Rich Qiu, President of New Ventures at Udemy. "Companies in Vietnam are witnessing rapid growth and this has fueled the demand for educational content on emerging skills related to personal development, IT, leadership, and management."

Launched in 2019, International Collections was created to provide organizations and professionals with truly localized and engaging learning experiences for rapid skills development. Along with Vietnamese, it includes more than 15,000 curated, native-language courses taught in the following languages, including:

• 2,200+ courses in the Spanish Collection
• 2,000+ courses in the Japanese Collection
• 2,000 courses in the Portuguese Collection
• 1,900+ courses in the Korean Collection
• 1,100+ courses in the Turkish Collection
• 980+ courses in the Mandarin Collection
• 970+ courses in the French Collection
• 900+ courses in the German Collection
• 680+ courses in the Arabic Collection
• 570+ courses in the Italian Collection
• 525+ courses in the Bahasa Collection
• 465+ courses in the Russian Collection
• 420+ courses in the Polish Collection
• 250+ courses in the Hindi Collection

"International Collections are created by local experts in local markets, ensuring relevance and engagement without the need for dubbing or subtitles," said Scott Rogers, Senior Vice President, Instructor & Content Strategy at Udemy. "In the current global work environment, the ability to quickly and effectively upskill is crucial for driving business results. We are committed to meeting this critical need by providing tailored educational resources that empower professionals and organizations to thrive"

To join more than 16,000 organizations leveraging Udemy Business for flexible skills development, visit business.udemy.com/vi/.

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