Peoplecert

Peoplecert

Offers globally recognized professional certification exams

Overview

PeopleCert provides assessment and certification of professional skills through a global network of training providers, corporations, and government bodies. It is the sole examination institute for Axelos’ global best practice qualifications, including ITIL and PRINCE2, and offers online and paper-based exams with online proctoring to validate a candidate’s knowledge and skills. Exams generate revenue via fees, and certification helps professionals advance their careers in areas like project management and IT governance. Unlike many competitors, PeopleCert combines exclusive rights to Axelos qualifications with a broad, worldwide delivery network and flexible exam formats to reach candidates globally.

About Peoplecert

Simplify's Rating
Why Peoplecert is rated
C
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Education

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$495M

Headquarters

Athens, Greece

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • PeopleCert acquired City & Guilds' commercial awarding and skills training, expanding its global certification portfolio.
  • Deployment of Aware's selfie biometric security creates a first-of-its-kind solution blocking academic fraud like Varsity Blues.
  • Collaboration with Avallain enhances LanguageCert test preparation content with reliable, engaging digital learning tools.

What critics are saying

  • AXELOS may license ITIL exam delivery to multiple global providers, eliminating PeopleCert's $300M+ annual revenue in 18–24 months.
  • Big-tech entrants like Microsoft and AWS could undercut PRINCE2® 7 adoption with free, AI-integrated project management credentials in 6–9 months.
  • EU GDPR 2026 amendments on biometric data may force PeopleCert to drop selfie biometrics, increasing fraud risk by 20% in 8–11 months.

What makes Peoplecert unique

  • PeopleCert is the sole exam institute for AXELOS' global ITIL and PRINCE2 qualifications.
  • ITIL Version 5 launched in January 2026 includes nine core modules plus an AI-focused extension.
  • PRINCE2® 7, unveiled in October 2023, integrates AI and sustainability for all professionals, not just PMs.

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Funding

Total Funding

$495M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

Relocation Assistance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
ATHENS 24 Media Network
Jun 22nd, 2026
PeopleCert supports diaspora students in Istanbul and Imbros.

PeopleCert supports diaspora students in Istanbul and Imbros. PeopleCert is expanding educational support for Greek diaspora students in Istanbul and Imbros through the program Strengthening Education in the City - English Language Teaching 2025-2026. The initiative, implemented with the Association for the Support of Roman Community Institutions, involved more than 130 students from diaspora schools, who attended over 600 hours of English lessons during the school year. Students who completed the program received internationally recognized LanguageCert certificates at an event held on June 20 at the Marasleios School in Istanbul, in the presence of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. The certifications are accepted by more than 3,000 universities, institutions and organizations worldwide and recognized in over 100 countries. PeopleCert founder and president Byron Nicolaides said the program invests in the new generation of the diaspora by offering knowledge, modern skills and stronger international prospects. The company plans to expand the initiative with free Greek-language lessons, STEM programs and, for Imbros, Turkish-language courses.

EDU Trainings
Jan 29th, 2026
The new ITIL(R) Version 5 is here!

The new ITIL(R) Version 5 is here! PeopleCert officially launched the new version of the IT Service Management (ITSM) framework on 29 January 2026. Today's organizations face rapid change, growing complexity, and the rise of artificial intelligence. This brings new questions: * How can AI become a real driver of growth, rather than just added complexity? * How can digital ambitions be turned into tangible value? * How can progress and growth be achieved when teams still work in silos? The answer is the new ITIL(R) Version 5 Foundation. The new ITIL helps you move from theory to practical, confident application. It supports collaboration, outcome-focused thinking, and informed decision-making - so you can deliver real impact from day one. ITIL is a globally recognized best-practice framework for Digital Product and Service Management. It is used by more than 3 million professionals worldwide, supports 82% of Fortune 500 companies, and is trusted by over 50,000 organizations. For years, ITIL has set the standard for excellence in service management. Developed by thousands of practitioners around the world, the new ITIL is designed for the digital and AI-driven era, helping professionals build in-demand skills and unlock their full potential in an ever-changing environment. * Trusted capabilities for AI-enabled environments * Practical guidance for everyday work * Clear value contribution across the organization * Relevant for all roles, not just IT The new ITIL offers a clear and flexible qualification scheme designed around real digital roles. You can start with the core concepts and progress through role-aligned learning paths that help you build practical skills and apply what you learn in real situations. Each step supports real-world application, so you can use ITIL with confidence in your role. Professionals who already hold ITIL Version 4 certifications can transition to ITIL Version 5 through dedicated transformation courses. Follow its website - registration for new ITIL(R) Version 5 courses will be available soon here: EDU trainings | ITIL.

PR Newswire
Dec 10th, 2024
Atomicwork Releases Its State Of Ai In It Report For 2025: North American It Leaders See High Roi With Ai Adoption

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Atomicwork, the leading agentic service management platform, today released the second edition of its annual State of AI in IT report, an in-depth analysis of how organizations are leveraging AI in IT service management (ITSM) and beyond

Avallain
Oct 24th, 2024
PeopleCert collaborates with Avallain to create and deliver reliable, engaging test preparation content for LANGUAGECERT(R) portfolio

PeopleCert collaborates with Avallain to create and deliver reliable, engaging test preparation content for LANGUAGECERT(R) portfolio.

The PIE News
Jan 3rd, 2024
PeopleCert adds biometric security solution to tests

Assessment and certification company PeopleCert has engaged a new security solution to eliminate fraud and guarantee the validity of its language tests.

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