Cengage Work, the workforce skills development division of global education technology leader Cengage Group, has expanded its collaboration with LinkedIn Learning to further strengthen access to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) education. Through its cybersecurity training arm, Infosec Institute, this initiative will equip millions of professionals worldwide with in-demand skills essential for success in today’s rapidly evolving, AI-driven job market.
“As technology continues to redefine how we live and work, Cengage Work is focused on ensuring every learner has access to the skills that matter most,” said Justin Singh, Executive Vice President and General Manager at Cengage Work.
With over 10,000 professionals already enrolled, the expanded partnership delivers flexible, high-quality courses that prepare learners for critical roles in cybersecurity and AI. This collaboration not only supports career advancement but also helps organizations close the persistent talent gap in these areas. Currently, more than 20 specialized cybersecurity and AI courses are available on LinkedIn Learning, with additional offerings expected in the coming months.
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According to the Cengage Group 2025 Graduate Employability Report, only 51% of recent graduates believe they possess the necessary AI competencies for the roles they seek. This finding underscores the urgent need for accessible, job-relevant AI education to strengthen workforce readiness.
“Employers need professionals who can combine cybersecurity expertise with AI fluency,” Singh added. “Through our partnership with LinkedIn Learning, we’re making that training easily accessible—helping workers develop future-ready capabilities and enabling businesses to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.”
Infosec’s growing catalog of courses spans everything from concise one-hour sessions to comprehensive 25-hour programs, giving learners the flexibility to upskill at their own pace. The training covers essential areas such as AI and machine learning security, security architecture, advanced technical defense, and threat intelligence, ensuring content remains relevant as technologies and threats evolve.
“Our courses have already attracted more than 10,000 learners in just the first three months,” said Keatron Evans, Head of Product and Strategy at Infosec. “The rapid adoption highlights what employers are telling us—they need practical, real-world AI and cybersecurity training immediately. By integrating our content directly into LinkedIn Learning, professionals can build these skills right within the tools they already use to grow their careers.”
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As part of its broader mission to enhance digital readiness, Cengage Work is also rolling out new initiatives to help professionals understand and apply AI responsibly across multiple sectors.
Infosec has introduced hands-on boot camps such as Advanced AI Security Management, AI for Cybersecurity Professionals, and Certified Penetration Testing Professional. These immersive programs are designed to empower both technical specialists and business leaders to securely deploy and manage AI systems.
In addition, ed2go, another Cengage Work business, is integrating AI-focused modules into its professional training programs across healthcare, business, and other fields. Courses like Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and AI for Business: ChatGPT & Copilot help learners understand how AI is transforming their industries and how to apply it effectively and ethically in their daily work.
Through these combined efforts, Cengage Work continues to expand access to future-ready education, equipping today’s professionals with the AI and cybersecurity skills needed to thrive in an increasingly intelligent and interconnected world.
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