Upgrad
Founded 2015 · 4,728 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
upGrad is an online higher education company offering degrees, certifications, bootcamps, and study abroad programs, as well as recruitment services, in partnership with universities. It serves learners primarily in India, with expansion into North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific.
Founders & leadership
Upgrad was founded in 2015 by Ronnie Screwvala, Mayank Kumar, and Phalgun Kompalli.
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Investors · 3
Competitors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Upgrad do?
- upGrad is an online higher education company offering degrees, certifications, bootcamps, and study abroad programs, as well as recruitment services, in partnership with universities. It serves learners primarily in India, with expansion into North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific.
- Who founded Upgrad?
- Upgrad was founded by Ronnie Screwvala, Mayank Kumar, Phalgun Kompalli in 2015.
- Who are Upgrad's investors?
- Upgrad's investors include ETS Strategic Capital, Kaizenvest, Sapien Ventures / Sapien Group.