Education, Learning and Training – M&A-Report 2025
Driving transformation through AI, EdTech and lifelong learning.
The education sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Artificial Intelligence is driving personalization, immersive technologies are reshaping traditional learning methods, and demand for continuous upskilling and reskilling is rising globally. These trends are reshaping strategies across the industry and accelerating deal activity.
In 2024, global M&A in the education sector reached 322 transactions, closely aligned with 2023 levels. Strategic buyers continue to dominate, while private equity firms are taking an increasingly active role in early 2025. EdTech and private higher education are among the fastest-growing segments. In Switzerland alone, the EdTech market is expected to reach CHF 5.81 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 13.2%.
Find out in the industry report how AI is disruptively changing the education landscape.
Oaklins has a proven track record in executing both cross-border and domestic transactions in the education space. With deep sector knowledge and access to key decision-makers worldwide, we help clients unlock value, identify synergies and achieve growth.
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