CIT Partnership Expands OpenLearning’s Reach in Southeast Asia Education.
- Noel Ong
- Aug 27
- 5 min read
Announcement
OpenLearning Limited (ASX: OLL) has taken a significant step in its Southeast Asian growth strategy with a five-year, usage-based SaaS agreement with Cebu Institute of Technology University (CIT) in the Philippines. Valued at a minimum of A$340,000 over the term, the deal will see OpenLearning’s AI-powered Learning Management System (LMS) implemented across all faculties and programs at one of the country’s most respected private universities.
More than a new client, this partnership marks a strategic entry into a higher education market of over 3.4 million students, where digital transformation is gaining momentum. CIT’s choice, following a competitive review of multiple LMS providers, reinforces the demand for platforms that enhance engagement, graduate employability, and institutional efficiency. With outcome-based education tools, an ePortfolio system, and generative AI course design, OpenLearning is well-placed to support the shift toward modern, industry-relevant learning across the region.
Highlights - Expanding the Education Grip in South East Asia.
Five-Year Agreement — CIT will utilise OpenLearning’s LMS for a minimum of 20,000 students annually.
Contract Value — Minimum SaaS fees of approximately A$340,000 (US$221,000) over five years, with potential upside from increased usage.
Competitive Win — CIT selected OpenLearning after evaluating multiple LMS providers.
Regional Growth — Strengthens OpenLearning’s position as a leading AI-powered LMS provider in Southeast Asia.
Strategic Significance
Founded in 1946 and recognised nationally for excellence in engineering, architecture, IT, health sciences, business, and education, CIT University is known for producing industry-preferred graduates and board exam topnotchers. Its decision to adopt OpenLearning’s platform reinforces the company’s market position in the Philippines, a higher education sector with more than 3.4 million students and a rapidly growing adoption of digital learning solutions.
OpenLearning’s LMS integrates outcome-based education tools, an ePortfolio system, and generative AI course design capabilities, providing universities with solutions to improve student engagement, graduate employability, and institutional efficiency.
OpenLearning CEO Adam Brimo commented:
"Partnering with a leading private university in south-central Philippines which has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence in Information Technology Education is a strong endorsement of our platform’s capabilities and the shared vision between CIT University and OpenLearning to enable industry-relevant education. By combining CIT University’s expertise in engineering and innovation with our AI-powered LMS, we can help create a dynamic learning environment that prepares graduates for success in the modern workforce. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to quality, innovation, and scalable impact.”
Agreement Terms
The deal commences on 12 August 2025 and includes standard SaaS contract provisions such as termination clauses, service level agreements, and compliance requirements with Philippine regulations. While the minimum annual fees are not financially material, the agreement is strategically important as CIT will adopt the LMS university-wide.
Samso Concluding Comments
This agreement with Cebu Institute of Technology University is a reminder that in education technology, credibility is built through results and relationships. CIT’s choice to roll out OpenLearning’s platform university-wide is a strong endorsement of its capabilities, particularly in delivering outcome-based, industry-relevant education at scale.
While the minimum contracted value may not appear material in dollar terms, the strategic weight lies in market positioning. The Philippines’ higher education sector is vast and increasingly digital, and winning a respected institution like CIT provides a launchpad for broader adoption.
It also reflects a shift in how universities evaluate partners — beyond basic functionality, they now seek platforms that can improve graduate readiness, foster innovation, and integrate seamlessly with academic and administrative workflows. OpenLearning’s blend of AI capabilities, engagement tools, and proven track record fits well with these expectations.
For investors, this is an incremental but telling move in OpenLearning’s regional growth story. The challenge now is to leverage this success into further institutional wins, building a network effect that cements its position in the competitive Southeast Asian edtech landscape.
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