Pearson acquires certification group Credly in deal valued at $200m

Pearson acquires certification group Credly in deal valued at $200m

The company logo is displayed outside the Pearson offices in London, Britain August 4, 2017. REUTERS/Neil Hall

Education group Pearson has agreed to buy the certification company Credly to expand its offering to businesses looking to train and retain workers at a time of tight labour markets and rapid technological innovation.