/ The Readiness Index™ · Q2 2026 Profile

Coursera

B+
/ Credential / Platform · 76/100 · Strong

Online learning + credential platform. University + corporate-partner credential issuing.

/ 01 / Subscore Breakdown

How the grade decomposes.

Placement Outcomes/ 25% weight
72
Employer Engagement/ 22% weight
80
Career Education Quality/ 20% weight
78
Access & Equity/ 18% weight
80
Innovation & Tools/ 15% weight
70
/ 02 / Institution Notes

Best for / Watch out for.

/ Best for

Self-directed learners seeking university-partnered credentials.

/ Watch out for

Credential-employer-perception varies materially by program; not a substitute for university degree + placement infrastructure.

/ 03 / Public-Record Timeline

What's on the record.

2024
Continues online credential operations
2012
Coursera founded