LinkedIn Learning
Professionally produced business, software and creative courses tied to LinkedIn.
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About LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning, which grew out of Lynda.com, is a library of professionally produced video courses on business, software, technology and creative skills. Courses are taught by vetted instructors, are generally shorter and more polished than typical marketplace courses, and certificates of completion can be added to a LinkedIn profile. Individuals get access through a LinkedIn Premium subscription, while companies buy licences that come with admin tools, learning paths, integrations with HR systems and personalised recommendations based on job roles. Content is available in many languages. Compared with Udemy the catalogue is smaller and less deep on niche technical topics, and there is no way for independent creators to publish. It runs in the browser and in LinkedIn's mobile apps. It suits professionals and employers who want reliable, up-to-date training without vetting individual instructors.
Best for: Professionals and employers who want consistent, vetted business and software training.
Pros and cons
What works
- Consistent production quality and vetted instructors
- Certificates show on your LinkedIn profile
- Strong admin and HR integrations for companies
Why people leave
- Less depth on niche technical topics than Udemy
- Independent creators can't publish
- Individual access is bundled with LinkedIn Premium
Top LinkedIn Learning alternatives
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Coursera62.6University and company certificates with more academic weight.
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Skillshare59.6Better for creative, project-based classes.
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Docebo57.2For companies: run your own training content in an enterprise LMS.
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Udemy56.0Far bigger catalogue, especially for niche technical topics.
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360Learning55.3For companies: let in-house experts create role-specific training.
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LinkedIn Learning: common questions
Is LinkedIn Learning free?
No, LinkedIn Learning is a paid product.
Is LinkedIn Learning open source?
No, LinkedIn Learning is not open source.
What platforms does LinkedIn Learning run on?
LinkedIn Learning is available for Web, iOS and Android.
What are the best alternatives to LinkedIn Learning?
The highest-ranked LinkedIn Learning alternatives right now are Coursera, Skillshare and Docebo. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.