What Dpg does

DPG is a UK-based private online learning provider specialising in professionally accredited qualifications in Human Resources (HR), Learning & Development (L&D), and business management. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Altrincham (with a Glasgow trading office), the company serves working professionals seeking career advancement and UK employers looking to upskill teams. Its curriculum spans CIPD-accredited qualifications at Foundation (Level 3), Associate (Level 5), and Advanced (Level 7) tiers across both HR and L&D disciplines; CMI-accredited Management & Leadership qualifications at Levels 5 and 7; and PRINCE2 project management certifications (Foundation, Practitioner, and Combined, 7th Edition). DPG holds CIPD Accredited Centre, CMI Approved Centre, and PeopleCert (PTCoE) accredited training status, and is itself authorised and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 711884).

Delivery is conducted 100% online or via blended learning, accessed through DPG's proprietary mystudyspace virtual learning platform, which provides 24/7 access to course materials, assignments, and dedicated tutor support. Students also access the Career Hub, an online resource portal containing thousands of career-development resources designed by industry leaders. The company generates revenue primarily through course fees, with prices ranging from £594 (PRINCE2 Foundation) to £4,499 (CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma), paid upfront or via interest-free monthly instalment plans spanning 3 to 30 months. Secondary revenue streams include CIPD Level 5 apprenticeship programmes delivered in partnership with Realise (an Ofsted-graded Good training provider, accessing UK apprenticeship levy funding) and a Bespoke Training vertical for organisations seeking tailored CIPD-accredited team development. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via dpglearn.co.uk, supported by telephone-based course advisors, with a primarily UK geographic footprint and no disclosed international operations despite the global recognition of CIPD and PRINCE2 credentials.

Name

Dpg

Legal name

DPG Limited

Website

https://dpglearn.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

DPG is a UK-based online learning provider offering CIPD, CMI, and PRINCE2-accredited professional qualifications in HR, Learning & Development, management, and project management, serving individual professionals and UK employers seeking workforce development.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Education and Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Project, Program & Portfolio Management Certifications (EDAAANAB), Professional Certification & Training Content Publishing (Exam Prep, CE/CPD) (MPAJACAL)

Keywords

• Professional HR qualifications
• Learning and development training
• Management leadership courses
• Project management certification
• Online professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Fees - CIPD Qualifications: DPG generates revenue through course fees for CIPD-accredited qualifications at Levels 3, 5, and 7 in HR and L&D. Students pay upfront or through interest-free installment plans. Additional revenue from CIPD Student Registration fees (charged separately by CIPD).
2. Course Fees - CMI Management Qualifications: Revenue from Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited courses at Levels 5 and 7 in management and leadership. Courses delivered 100% online with flexible payment options.
3. Course Fees - PRINCE2 Project Management: Revenue from PRINCE2 Foundation, Practitioner, and Combined qualifications. Includes exam fees and PeopleCert Plus Membership for continued professional development.
4. Apprenticeship Programme Fees: Revenue from employer-funded CIPD-accredited apprenticeship programmes at Level 5 in HR and L&D, delivered in partnership with Realise training provider.
5. Bespoke Corporate Training: Revenue from tailored training packages for organizations seeking to develop high-performing, CIPD-accredited HR and L&D teams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DPG delivers 100% online and blended professional qualifications in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Business Management, and Project Management. The portfolio spans CIPD-accredited courses at Levels 3, 5, and 7, CMI-accredited Management & Leadership courses at Levels 5 and 7, and PRINCE2 Foundation, Practitioner, and Combined certifications, delivered via the mystudyspace virtual learning platform with dedicated tutor support.

Product overview

DPG is an online learning provider offering a portfolio of professional qualifications in HR, Learning & Development, and Business Management. The core offering consists of CIPD-accredited HR and L&D courses at Foundation (Level 3), Associate (Level 5), and Advanced (Level 7) levels; CMI-accredited Management & Leadership qualifications at Levels 5 and 7; and PRINCE2 project management certifications (Foundation, Practitioner, and Combined). The company also offers CIPD apprenticeships at Level 5 in partnership with Realise, and bespoke corporate training services. DPG provides two study modes: 100% online self-paced learning and blended learning combining online materials with virtual workshops. Students access courses through the mystudyspace platform and benefit from the Career Hub resource library.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice Entry-level CIPD qualification for those new to HR or L&D, covering business culture, essentials of people practice, core behaviours, and principles of analytics. Delivered 100% online with tutor support.
• CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management Intermediate-level CIPD qualification (undergraduate degree equivalent) covering organisational performance, evidence-based practice, employment relationship management, talent management, and reward management.
• CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management Postgraduate-level CIPD qualification for experienced HR professionals covering strategic HR management, business research, strategic resourcing, and reward management.
• CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning & Development Intermediate-level CIPD qualification for L&D professionals covering learning needs analysis, programme design, facilitation of structured learning, and organisational development.
• CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning & Development Advanced CIPD qualification for senior L&D professionals covering strategic L&D design, leadership development, and performance-focused learning strategies.
• CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership Shorter CMI qualification covering core principles of management and leadership, focusing on developing and managing individuals and teams.
• CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership Comprehensive CMI diploma covering strategic management, leadership skills, managing performance, change management, and project management for mid-level managers.
• CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice Shorter CMI Level 7 qualification for senior managers covering strategic leadership, organisational strategy, and change management.
• CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership Practice Comprehensive CMI Level 7 diploma for senior leaders covering strategic planning, innovation leadership, financial management, and ethical decision-making.
• PRINCE2 Foundation Entry-level PRINCE2 7th Edition project management qualification covering the fundamental principles, practices, and processes of the PRINCE2 methodology. Exam fee included.
• PRINCE2 Practitioner Advanced PRINCE2 qualification for experienced project managers focusing on applying the PRINCE2 methodology in real-world projects.
• PRINCE2 Combined (Foundation & Practitioner) Combined PRINCE2 qualification allowing learners to achieve both Foundation and Practitioner certifications in one course.
• CIPD Level 5 HR Consultant/Partner Apprenticeship Apprenticeship programme at Level 5 combining real-world work experience with CIPD HR qualification, delivered through partnership with Realise training provider.
• CIPD Level 5 L&D Consultant/Business Partner Apprenticeship Apprenticeship programme at Level 5 combining real-world work experience with CIPD L&D qualification, delivered through partnership with Realise training provider.
• Bespoke Corporate Training Tailored CIPD-accredited training packages for organisations seeking to develop high-performing HR and L&D teams. Delivered online or through flexible interactive virtual workshops.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of CIPD students see their earning potential rise
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• RealisecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDPG partners with Realise, an Ofsted-graded Good national training provider, to deliver CIPD Level 5 apprenticeship programmes in HR and L&D. Realise handles funding arrangements and apprenticeship programme administration while DPG provides the CIPD-accredited course content and assessment. This partnership enables DPG to serve employers with apprenticeship levy funds.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ICS Learn: UK distance-learning provider offering CIPD, CMI, AAT and other professional qualifications online. Operates the closest comparable model to DPG with similar self-paced/blended learning and installment-payment options.
• The Knowledge Academy: UK-based training provider offering PRINCE2, CMI, and other professional certifications through both classroom and online delivery. Directly overlaps with DPG's PRINCE2 and management qualification portfolio.
• Learning People: UK online training provider focused on professional and technology certifications with similar installment-payment model and career-outcome positioning. Targets working professionals seeking accredited qualifications.
• Pitman Training: Long-established UK professional training provider with flexible online and in-centre delivery covering business, management, and certification courses. Comparable target market and course-funding approach to DPG.
• Hemsley Fraser: UK professional development provider delivering management, leadership, and bespoke corporate training programmes. Closely comparable in target learner segment (mid-career professionals) and bespoke training offering.
• ILX Group: UK-headquartered PRINCE2, ITIL, and project management certification specialist. Directly competes with DPG in the PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner/Combined training market with similar accredited-provider positioning.
• Avado: UK professional training provider (part of BPP) offering accredited online qualifications including CIPD and apprenticeships. Overlaps with DPG across individual learners, apprenticeships, and bespoke corporate training.

Broad incumbents

• Reed Courses: UK's largest course marketplace operated by Reed, listing thousands of professional training programmes. Overlaps with DPG's catalog on individual professional certification courses at broader scale.
• Kaplan UK: Established UK and global professional training provider (part of Kaplan Inc.) with broad coverage of professional qualifications and apprenticeships. Comparable offering to DPG at significantly larger scale.
• Simplilearn: Global online professional certification provider with PRINCE2 and management courses. Comparable professional-certification focus and direct-to-consumer online model, but at a much broader international scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/DPGLearn
• Instagraminstagram.com/DPGLearn

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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