Project Academy

What Project Academy does

Project Academy, operated by Cimple Technology AS and headquartered in Farsund, Norway (with Oslo listed as the operating city), is a video-based e-learning platform specializing in project management certification courses. The product portfolio comprises eight individual core courses (covering introduction, practical PM, team leadership, planning, agile, governance, execution, and project modeling — each earning 10-12 PDUs), two bundle programs (Project Certificate at 52 PDUs and Strategic Project Management at 22 PDUs), and corporate group-training offerings delivered to cohorts of 15-30 participants over 4-8 weeks. The underlying platform delivers interactive video, animations, quizzes, and assignments built around a "Watch, Do, Check, Improve" methodology, with a ChatGPT-based AI assistant that surfaces project-management knowledge to learners, alongside a resource library of templates (Business Case, Project Charter, Project Plan, Handover Protocol, etc.) and checklists.

The business model combines three revenue streams: one-time individual course purchases (typically $99-$695 CAD with 12 months of access), tailored corporate training programs sold directly to project-intensive organizations, and licensed delivery through accredited training partners. Distribution operates through a multi-channel architecture: direct online self-serve sales via projectacademy.com, direct enterprise sales with named regional contacts across Sweden, Finland, Mexico, USA, UK, Nigeria, France, Jordan, and Sierra Leone, a free no-cost pilot program for 8-30 employees used as a B2B lead-generation tool, and a global partner channel anchored by DNV plus regional partners delivering classroom sessions in more than 80 countries.

Customers span enterprise accounts such as Jotun, Prysmian Group, KAEFER Energy, Volue, Aker BioMarine, Cermaq, Norwegian People's Aid, Strømme Foundation, GetInspired, and Moreld Apply, alongside a long tail of individual professionals purchasing courses for PDU accumulation. The company holds a distinctive regulatory stack — DNV-ST-0008 Learning Programmes certification (claimed unique among PM training programs), PMI Authorized Training Partner status, ISO 9001 quality certification, and PRINCE2 accreditation — and is led by a small six-person team under CEO Otto Husby and Commercial Director Gabriel Svad.

Name

Project Academy

Legal name

Cimple Technology AS

Website

https://projectacademy.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Project Academy is a Norway-based e-learning platform offering PMI- and DNV-certified project management courses and corporate training programs, serving individual professionals seeking PDUs and enterprises across 80+ countries via a global partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Training and Certification

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Program & Portfolio Management Certifications (EDAAANAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foundational PM & Delivery Methods (Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid) (EDABAHAA), Delivery & Execution (Planning, Estimation, Tracking) (EDABAHAE), Project- & Inquiry-Based Digital Learning Modules (EDAFACAD), Training Delivery Services (Onsite/Virtual Instruction, Workshops, Coaching) (BPAEANAN)

Keywords

• Project management training
• Online certification courses
• Corporate training programs
• PDU certification courses
• Professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

Farsund

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Individual Online Course Sales: One-time purchase model for self-paced online courses with 12 months access. Individual professionals purchase courses directly for PDU accumulation and certification.
2. Corporate Group Training: Tailored project management training programs for organizations delivered to groups of 15-30 participants. Includes customization to organization-specific projects, models, and challenges. Can be fully online or blended with webinars and classroom sessions.
3. Partner Licensing: Accredited partners in multiple countries deliver Project Academy training programs under license, expanding global reach without direct investment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Project Academy sells self-paced online project management certification courses with 12 months of access via its video-based e-learning platform, offering PDUs accredited by PMI and certified by DNV-ST-0008. The offering includes individual courses, multi-course bundle programs (Project Certificate with 52 PDUs, Strategic Project Management with 22 PDUs), corporate group training for organizations (15-30 participants), and a free corporate pilot program, delivered directly or through an accredited global partner network including DNV.

Product overview

Project Academy is a self-paced online learning platform offering project management certification courses. The product portfolio consists of individual core courses (Introduction to Project Management, Practical Project Management, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Governance, Project Execution, and Project Model), bundle programs (Project Certificate with 5 courses and 52 PDUs, Strategic Project Management with 3 courses and 22 PDUs), and enterprise offerings (Corporate Training in Groups and Free Pilot Program). All courses are video-based, self-paced, accredited by PMI for PDUs, and certified by DNV. The platform also provides AI assistant support in select courses and includes templates, examples, and checklists for practical application.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Introduction to Project Management A foundational project management certification course providing 12 PDUs and covering project management fundamentals, planning, execution, and closure for individual professionals building core skills.
• Project Certificate (CV-booster) A 5-course bundle providing 52 PDUs, PMI-accredited and DNV-certified, designed to prepare professionals for project management roles from idea to benefit realization.
• Strategic Project Management A 3-course bundle (22 PDUs) combining Introduction to Project Management, Practical Project Management, and Team Leadership to strengthen the link between strategic goals and project execution, for organizations and senior professionals.
• Practical Project Management A certification course preparing professionals for central roles in important projects by teaching application of best practice across all project phases, with templates, examples, checklists, and AI support.
• Team Leadership A 10 PDU certification course teaching how to establish and develop effective project teams, interpret team signals, and use communication and active leadership to create project momentum.
• Project Planning A 10 PDU certification course providing a thorough introduction to project planning, including leading planning phases, schedules, cost estimates, uncertainty registers, and project plan establishment.
• Agile Project Management A 10 PDU certification course providing a thorough introduction to agile project management, covering agile values, Scrum methods, Scrum organization, sprints, and methods such as Lean and Kanban.
• Project Governance A 10 PDU certification course covering project owner responsibilities and methods to strengthen project governance in organizations.
• Project Execution A 10 PDU certification course covering how to lead the project execution phase, follow up progress, handle deviations, uncertainties, and changes.
• Project Model A 10 PDU certification course teaching how project models contribute to successful projects and support structure, quality, and disciplined execution.
• Corporate Training in Groups A tailored project management training program for organizations (15-25 participants delivered over 4-8 weeks), DNV-certified and PMI-accredited, combining self-paced learning, webinars, and classroom sessions, customizable to organization-specific projects and project models.
• Free Pilot Program A no-cost corporate pilot program for groups of 8-30 employees that includes a digital kick-off session, self-paced online course module, interactive webinar, and certificate of completion with PDUs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Introduction to Project Management course rated 5.00/5 based on 950 reviews
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered regional, core and minor.

• Confex SverigeregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 July 2025Confex is an ISO-certified training provider in Sweden specializing in customized, in-house programs. They deliver Project Academy training with online and blended learning options designed to enhance skills and deliver measurable value for businesses across Sweden.
• Biwdant Consult LimitedregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 July 2025Biwdant Consult Limited is a leading IT training and consulting firm in Nigeria specializing in project management. They bring globally recognized project management training to Nigeria with high-quality courses, certifications, and practical learning for professionals and organizations.
• AfthoniosregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 July 2025Afthonios, founded by executive coach Aysseline de Lardemelle, is a leader in digital learning since 2007 offering over 500 video-based training modules. They deliver Project Academy to French-speaking professionals across Europe (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg), Africa (Morocco, Tunisia, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Cameroon), and Canada.
• DNVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2024DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management with presence in over 100 countries. They serve as the trusted global delivery partner for Project Academy, ensuring project-driven organizations worldwide can receive high-quality training tailored to unique industry and regional needs. DNV supports local and global rollouts and is the only partner with formal certification delivery authority.
• IT UniversityregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2024IT University located in Puebla, Mexico is known for high-quality education in IT and business. Their instructors combine academic knowledge with hands-on experience in project, program, and portfolio management, bringing Project Academy's training and certifications to project professionals and organizations across Mexico.
• ClorientregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2024Clorient is a leading provider of professional development and training solutions in Finland, renowned for commitment to empowering professionals with skills needed to succeed. They deliver Project Academy training programs aligned with international project management standards with customized approaches for Finnish industries.
• MentorixregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2024Mentorix is a leading training provider in Denmark renowned for innovative approach to professional education. They have proven track record in delivering high-quality training in project, program, and portfolio management with experienced trainers bringing theoretical knowledge and hands-on expertise from complex project environments.
• Applied Technology AcademyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccredited partner for Project Academy training delivery
• Qomrah360minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccredited partner for Project Academy training delivery
• HudsonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccredited partner for Project Academy training delivery
• SkillsWareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccredited partner for Project Academy training delivery

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Skillsoft: Large enterprise learning platform with broad technology, leadership, and business course catalogs including project management tracks. Comparable as a broader incumbent serving corporate L&D buyers with overlapping PM content.
• Udemy: Global course marketplace with thousands of PMP, PRINCE2, and Agile offerings. Comparable to Project Academy's individual online course business at the lower-priced, self-serve end of the market.
• Pluralsight: Enterprise technology and leadership skills platform with adjacent project/product management content. Targets the same corporate L&D buyers as Project Academy with a broader technology-centric catalog.
• Coursera: Global online learning platform hosting university and corporate project management specializations. Competes for the same individual learners and corporate training budgets as Project Academy across a much wider catalog.
• LinkedIn Learning: Subscription-based professional learning library with PM and leadership courses bundled into LinkedIn Premium. Competes for individual PDU-seeking professionals alongside Project Academy's individual course offerings.

Direct peers

• Simplilearn: Online certification training platform offering PMP, PRINCE2, Agile and Scrum programs accredited by PMI and others. Closely comparable to Project Academy in product mix, B2C/B2B blend, and global online delivery model.
• Edureka: Online instructor-led and self-paced certification training including PMP, Agile, and Scrum tracks. Overlaps with Project Academy on PM certification prep and enterprise upskilling offerings.
• KnowledgeHut: Provider of professional certification courses (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, SAFe) targeting both individuals and corporate clients. Comparable to Project Academy in PMP/Agile curriculum focus and corporate group training delivery.
• GreyCampus: PMI Authorized Training Partner offering PMP, CAPM, and Agile certifications plus corporate project management training. Direct competitor with similar PMP accreditation stack and online + classroom model.

Regional players

• Bouvet ASA: Norwegian IT and digital services consultancy with in-house training offerings including project management courses. Comparable as a Scandinavia-headquartered training provider competing for the same Nordic corporate L&D budgets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@theprojectacademy
• Facebookfacebook.com/projectacademycom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/theprojectacademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/theprojectacademy

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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