89% of Filipino employers willing to offer higher starting salaries to graduates with micro-credentials

A college diploma may no longer be enough to land the best jobs. According to Coursera's latest Micro-Credentials Impact Report 2026, Filipino employers are increasingly prioritizing job-ready skills, with 96% hiring candidates with micro-credentials and nearly 9 in 10 willing to offer higher starting salaries. As AI reshapes industries and employers seek proof of practical expertise, short-form certifications in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and digital skills are quickly becoming a powerful advantage for students, fresh graduates, and professionals looking to future-proof their careers.

Filipino women learners complete GenAI courses at rates 0.3% higher than men: Coursera Report

Filipino women are showing strong momentum in AI learning. A new report from Coursera reveals that while women still make up a smaller share of GenAI learners in the Philippines, they are completing courses at slightly higher rates than men. The data suggests that once access barriers are removed, Filipino women demonstrate strong persistence in mastering AI skills. As industries increasingly adopt generative AI, expanding access to training could play a key role in helping more women participate in and shape the country’s growing digital economy.

Coursera Learner Trends 2025: Filipinos strengthen digital, data, and AI skills as the country accelerates its digital transformation

Filipinos are leveling up their digital skills like never before. 

Coursera has released its 2025 learner trends for the Philippines, and the data shows that more than 3.1 million Filipino learners are diving deeper into AI, data, project management, cybersecurity, and essential workplace skills. With one GenAI enrollment every seven minutes and growing interest in both foundational and applied AI programs, Filipinos are building the capabilities needed to stay competitive in an economy that is rapidly shifting toward digital and skills-first growth. The country’s learning momentum reflects the nationwide push for digital transformation and the need to adapt as AI reshapes jobs across industries.

These trends are translating into real career gains too, with most Filipino learners reporting improved performance, new opportunities, and greater confidence at work. As digital roles evolve and cross-functional skills become essential, Coursera's insights highlight how Filipinos are preparing for a future shaped by AI, innovation, and continuous learning.

Coursera introduces region-aligned pricing to make learning up to 60% more affordable in the Philippines

Learning new skills just got easier and more affordable for Filipinos. Coursera, one of the world’s leading online learning platforms, has rolled out a new course preview feature and localized pricing in the Philippines. With these updates, students and professionals alike can now explore the first module of almost any course for free — complete with video lessons, graded assignments, and even AI-powered learning support through Coursera Coach.

On top of that, Coursera is making high-quality education more accessible with lower subscription rates. From Professional Certificates starting at just $20/month to Coursera Plus offering unlimited access to 10,000+ courses and certificates, Filipinos can now upskill without breaking the bank. With over 2.9 million learners in the Philippines, this move makes Coursera an even stronger partner for anyone looking to boost their career, upgrade their knowledge, or simply learn something new.