Simplilearn

Certification prep publisher

Simplilearn offers self-paced courses and live bootcamps across project management, IT, data and cybersecurity. Some programs are offered with universities.

Pricing model
Per-program purchase, priced by formatSelf-paced, live online, bootcamp, university-branded
Typical price
Varies by programPMP live online training is $699 (list $999), the PMP bootcamp is $1,799, and university-branded programs run about $3,000.
Free options
Some free short courses
Refunds
7 days from purchase, only if you have used less than 25% of…7 days from purchase, only if you have used less than 25% of the video content and not requested an exam voucher. Live classes allow at most one class attended.
Access
Access length depends on the program and is shown on each course page.

Strengths and watch-outs

Strengths

  • Wide catalog across project management, IT audit, data and cybersecurity certifications
  • Live cohort options with instructor support and practice exams included
  • PMP live training counts toward the 35 contact hours PMI requires
  • University co-branded programs for learners who want that name on a certificate

Watch out for

  • The 7-day refund clock starts at purchase, and you lose refund eligibility once you use 25% of the content or request an exam voucher
  • University-branded courses (Purdue, University of Michigan) are developed and delivered by Simplilearn, not the university

What learners say

The Trustpilot score was questioned

TruthInAdvertising.org found Simplilearn's 4.6 Trustpilot rating far above its BBB rating, and reported that Trustpilot said more than a third of reviews from the previous six months were filtered for fabrication, including reviews from the company's own employees.

University branding is not a university program

TruthInAdvertising.org quotes Simplilearn's own Purdue FAQ, which says the program is not a Purdue University program and that Simplilearn develops and delivers it in partnership with Purdue.

On CertUp

CSM

Free timed full test

Free CSM Practice Test

A 50-question, 60-minute set that copies the real test's size and clock. You can pause it and retake it, and explanations appear after you finish.

Great fit if you want a quick, free full-length run that mirrors the real test's size and timing.

Poor fit if you want questions written strictly from Scrum Alliance's learning objectives; Simplilearn describes its set as aligned to the Scrum Guide, so add the Agile Centre set.

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ICGB

Live instruction

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Training

36 hours of live instructor-led classes with four simulation assessments, two live projects and lifetime access to the learning platform. Simplilearn designed it to align with IASSC's Green Belt standard, and it earns 35 PDUs.

Great fit if you want live teaching and a set schedule

Poor fit if you want the cheapest route; choose Quality Gurus' Udemy course

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Free timed run

Free Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Practice Test

A free 100-question, 180-minute test that matches the real exam's length. You can pause it and retake it later, but you must enter your contact details before you start.

Great fit if you want a no-cost, full-length run to see where you stand before buying anything.

Poor fit if you want IASSC-written questions; the Evaluation Exam is the official practice.

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ICBB

Live instruction

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Training

A 36-hour course taught in live instructor-led classes or self-paced, aligned to the IASSC outline. It includes simulation test papers, hands-on projects and lifetime access.

Great fit if you want live teaching and a set schedule

Poor fit if you want the cheapest route; choose the Udemy course

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Free first look

Free Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Practice Test

A 100-question multiple-choice test aimed at the IASSC Black Belt exam, covering DMAIC, Lean and statistical tools. You can pause it and retake it later, but you enter your contact details before you start.

Great fit if you want a free first look at Black Belt-level questions before paying for anything.

Poor fit if you want questions written by IASSC itself; use the Evaluation Exam.

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Best for / not for

Best for

  • Learners who want a structured, deadline-driven live cohort rather than fully self-paced study
  • People who need PMP training hours from a PMI authorized training partner

Not for

  • Budget-conscious learners who could get similar content from Udemy or a cert-prep provider for far less
  • Anyone who needs more than a week to decide whether a course fits, since the refund window is 7 days

Alternatives

FAQ

Is Simplilearn legit?

It is a real company, owned by Blackstone, and many people take certification courses with it. Its university-branded courses are delivered by Simplilearn, not the university.

Can I get a refund from Simplilearn?

Only within 7 days of purchase, and only if you have used less than 25% of the video content and have not requested an exam voucher. For live classes, you must also have attended at most one class.

Are Simplilearn's Purdue or University of Michigan courses university credentials?

No. Simplilearn develops and delivers them in partnership with the university, and its own course FAQ says so.

Is Simplilearn worth it compared to Udemy for the same certification?

Simplilearn costs several times more than a comparable Udemy course. The extra cost buys live instructor access and bundled practice exams.

Last updated October 2026