Coursera has outlined a strategic plan aiming to hit a revenue target of $725 million by 2025, setting its full-year expectations between $720 million and $730 million. This ambitious goal reflects the company's focus on growth and expansion in the competitive online education market.
In the first quarter of 2025, Coursera generated $179.3 million in revenue, marking a 6% increase compared to the previous year. The company reported a gross profit of $97.9 million and free cash flow surpassing $25 million, illustrating strong financial performance. According to Insider Monkey, the company achieved a gross profit margin of 53.48%, despite a slight dip in the Net Retention Rate for Paid Enterprise Customers to 91%.
Coursera is focusing on strategic initiatives, including product innovation and expanding content offerings, to cater to the changing demands for upskilling and reskilling. While Coursera anticipates growth in its Consumer and Enterprise segments, it expects a decline in its Degrees segment revenue due to reduced investment in that area. The company remains cautious about potential macroeconomic challenges and competition in the online education sector.