Expanding Public Sector Reach Kaplan has recently secured a major contract with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to deliver test prep and skills development courses across public universities and community colleges, indicating a preference for partnerships with government-affiliated education providers. This presents an opportunity to introduce tailored solutions to similar government agencies and state-funded institutions.

Growth Through Asset Divestment The recent sale of Kaplan Languages Group assets to Inspirit Capital suggests strategic portfolio adjustments. This indicates openness to partnerships for product or service expansion in core educational areas, as well as potential collaboration on new ventures or acquisitions that align with Kaplan’s core mission of expanding educational access.

Digital Transformation Focus Kaplan’s longstanding commitment to transforming learning through technology, evidenced by their diverse tech stack and innovation-driven approach, points to ongoing investment in digital education solutions. This creates opportunities to offer advanced EdTech tools, virtual learning platforms, or data analytics services to enhance their online offerings.

Cybersecurity and Data Security Kaplan has experienced multiple cybersecurity incidents involving large volumes of personal data, highlighting a significant need for enhanced cybersecurity and data management solutions. Engaging with Kaplan on secure, compliant information security services could help mitigate future risks and reinforce their commitment to protecting student and client data.

Market Leadership Position With revenues estimated between $1 billion and $10 billion and a global presence in 28 countries, Kaplan is a major player in the education services industry. This provides an opportunity to position high-value enterprise solutions, consulting services, or strategic partnerships to support their international growth and technological innovation initiatives.