IDP Education Limited operates as a global leader in international education services, specializing in English language testing, student placement, and English language teaching. The company offers the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, which it co-owns and operates alongside the British Council and Cambridge English, providing a highly trusted English proficiency assessment accepted by governments, universities, and organizations worldwide. IDP also delivers student placement services, primarily connecting prospective international students from countries such as India and China to educational institutions in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Its service offerings extend to organizing education events, providing consultancy services to educational institutions, and operating English language schools mainly in Southeast Asia. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, IDP Education operates in over 50 countries through a network of more than 200 offices and subsidiaries globally.
Recently, IDP Education has expanded its digital capabilities with the launch of a new Quality Framework designed to uphold standards and enhance trust in international education. In addition, it has integrated acquisitions like Intake Education, expanding its global footprint into seven countries, including significant new offices in Sub-Saharan Africa. The company continues to develop a digital platform aiming to connect students with courses, services, and employers worldwide to streamline the study abroad process. Strategic partnerships remain central to its operations, highlighted by its ongoing collaboration with the British Council to deliver IELTS testing in China. Operational changes include the rollout of new features such as an upgraded IELTS testing platform and an enhanced visa application process introduced in 2025, along with multi-year student visas and extended post-study work options in key markets. IDP Education generated approximately AUD 885 million in revenue for fiscal 2025 with around 6,800 employees supporting its global operations.