Alison Online Courses

Alison is one of the world's largest free learning platforms for education and skills training. It was founded in Galway, Ireland, in 2007 by social entrepreneur Mike Feerick. The platform provides free access to courses, specializing in workplace skills, professional development, and academic subjects.

While the platform is accessible globally, its operations, development, and headquarters remain rooted in Ireland. As a pioneer in the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) movement, Alison generates revenue through advertisement and the sale of certificates or diplomas, maintaining a self-sustaining business model that focuses on social impact.

The brand is held by its original founding company, Alison, which continues to operate as a private entity under the leadership of Mike Feerick. There are no major global conglomerates currently owning the platform, preserving its status as an independent Irish educational technology firm.