> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🏛️ The Size & Shape of the Global Education Market. Explore the Future of Skills. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/the-size-shape-of-the-global-education-market-explore-the-future-of-skills/ - Published: 2025-02-19T15:30:03.000Z - Updated: 2025-02-19T15:30:03.000Z - Description: The global education market, valued at $7.6 trillion, is seeing workforce training emerge as key growth areas. Join us for Global Skills Week to explore key barriers and strategies for advancing the U.S. skills economy, driving workforce resilience, and boosting economic mobility. - Author: QS - Tags: Higher Ed **Hello** 👋 The global education market, valued at $7.6 trillion, is seeing workforce training emerge as a key growth area. New delivery models and vocational initiatives are driving expansion in higher education, though rising costs and declining student enrollment in some regions present challenges. Workforce training continues to grow with government investment, and increasing demand for upskilling to meet evolving labor market needs. Explore how these trends are impacting education globally. 🔍 [**Read more about HolonIQ’s Analysis of the Size and Shape of the Global Education Market**](https://www.holoniq.com/notes/the-size-shape-of-the-global-education-market?ref=newsletters.qs.com) HolonIQ’s [**Global Education Market Taxonomy**](https://www.globallearninglandscape.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) provides a common language and clear framework for analyzing the size and shape of the industry. [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcKDUPMx_zE-h7qLqcnQkKj9Nxe2FVwu3WOKlkujRBdEjuYEsIGYIFrsrF44JWKaXHaZtmJS6Xd3fmT8TL7THleptRCaIW-HX8xJavMNyqARn9nnAlDzZcxSu5w8LP9bdSXWW3BPQ?key=PmjxByRqrzACToRsawsJ24a-)](https://www.globallearninglandscape.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Source: HolonIQ --- ## 💡 The future of skills and economic opportunity - breaking barriers, unlocking growth ## The [**Future of Skill and Work Forum**](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/agenda-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com) March 26 in Washington D.C. opens with a powerhouse panel. Moderated by Maura Pally, Exec. Director of Blackstone Charitable Foundation, this high-impact discussion will feature Maria Flynn, President & CEO of Jobs for the Future ([JFF](https://www.jff.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)), Ted Mitchell, President of American Council on Eduction ([ACE](https://www.acenet.edu/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)), and Julie Lammers, EVP of American Student Assistance ([ASA](https://www.asa.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)). Together, they’ll explore key barriers and strategies for advancing the U.S. skills economy, driving workforce resilience, and boosting economic mobility. Don’t miss this critical discussion—spaces are limited, so register now! [](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/agenda-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com)🔗 [**Read the agenda & Register Now**](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/2025-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com) 🎟 **Use code GSWVIP for a 25% discount** [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/02/Opening-Plenary--2-.png)](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/agenda-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- ## 💪 Power Moves **⛑️ The UK government** has [announced](https://www.fenews.co.uk/skills/2025-reform-10k-more-apprenticeship-places-as-english-and-maths-rules-change/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) reforms to increase the number of apprenticeship places by 10,000and change the rules for English and maths requirements. **🤝** **Huawei and the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology** announced the [launch](https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2260599?ref=newsletters.qs.com) of the Huawei Skills Development Centerto develop ICT talent in the country. **👩🏻‍🏫 ETS has** [**launched**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/from-near-miss-to-success-praxis-bridge-advances-candidate-development-and-etss-vision-for-education-302373848.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **Praxis Bridge,** a program designed to support aspiring educators by offering resources and personalized guidance to improve certification outcomes. ## 💰 Funding **💡 ULA**, a Saudi-based K-12 learning platform, raised [$28M](https://cairoscene.com/Business/Saudi-Edtech-ULA-Raises-28-Million-Series-B-to-Advance-AI-Education?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to expand and launch an AI-powered digital platform. **💸 Female Invest**, a UK-based financial literacy platform for women, raised [$22M](https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/these-women-secured-182m-prove-that-women-do-want-invest-theyre-just-getting-started-1730827?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to expand its operations to the US. **🌍 Vidysea**, an Indian study abroad platform, raised [$1M](https://www.edtechreview.in/news/study-abroad-platform-vidysea-raises-1m-in-seed-round/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to provide personalized academic and career guidance to students. **💻 Momentive Software**, a software solution provider for non-profits, [acquired](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/momentive-software-acquires-blue-sky-elearn-to-bolster-learning-management-solutions-portfolio-for-mission--driven-organizations-302371002.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Blue Sky eLearn, a learning management system for professionals, to offer customers new tools to deliver earning content. --- **Thank you for reading.** Have some feedback or suggestions? 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