Unlock your future with a ready-made education business model.

In today’s ever-shifting economy, more people than ever are looking for smarter, more flexible ways to build income, create impact, and take control of their work lives. For those with an eye on education, professional development, or simply scalable business models, licensing a course-based business - rather than building one from scratch - can be a powerful path forward.
If you've ever dreamed of running an education-focused business but hesitated at the idea of curriculum development, tech infrastructure, or regulatory red tape, you’re not alone. That’s where a licensing model comes in - and it's changing the game.

A Business Model That’s Ready to Grow With You
Our education licensing model mirrors our own successful one. Over decades of passionate educating, ACS offers access to a comprehensive catalogue of high-quality courses across diverse fields - from horticulture and agriculture to pet care, IT, and business. Whether your market is personal interest learners, upskilling professionals, or workplace training, the range is wide enough to cater to multiple demographics and industries.

And the best part? The structure is already in place.

You’ll be backed by a robust learning management system (LMS) that makes it easy to:
•    Enrol and manage students
•    Monitor their progress
•    Deliver course materials
•    Offer certificates or recognition upon completion.

It’s essentially a business-in-a-box - but one that’s as flexible as you are.

From Kitchen Table to Boardroom
One of the most exciting aspects of this model is how universally accessible and scalable it is.
We’ve seen success stories from:

👉 Stay-at-home families looking for part-time income or a passion project
👉 Educators wanting to step into business ownership
👉 Corporate teams integrating learning into their service offerings
👉 And even career-changers easing their way into entrepreneurship without jumping in the deep end on day one.

Because you can start small and scale up, it’s an ideal model for those transitioning from another career.

You can build your client base gradually, reinvest revenue into growth, and evolve your offerings without overhauling your whole operation.

The Rising Tide of Global Education Demand
It’s not just the model that’s smart - the timing is right, too.
In both developed and emerging markets, there’s a growing hunger for accessible, affordable, and flexible education. Individuals are seeking professional development. Companies are looking for workforce training. Governments are investing in lifelong learning.

Licensing an education business positions you to tap into this surge in demand without reinventing the wheel. With a wide course range, you're not locked into one niche - you can adapt to what your local market needs or explore new sectors as they emerge.

So, Why Not a Traditional Franchise?

Franchises can be great - but they often come with high start-up fees, strict branding rules, and limited flexibility.
A licensing model gives you more autonomy while still offering the structure and support that make franchising attractive. You control your brand, choose your audience, and scale at your own pace - with less red tape and more room to innovate.

Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a business model that combines low overhead, high scalability, real-world impact, and the chance to be part of the fast-growing education economy, licensing a course-based business might be your next big move.
Whether you're driven by passion, profit, or purpose - there’s never been a better time to educate.

Questions? Get in touch with our experienced Affiliations Manager: kate@acs.edu.au



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What our clients say

We've been working with ACS over the course of the last three years. Being able to mix and match content to suit our students' needs has been extremely useful. With their material in combination with our own in house tutor service we have been able to provide a complete online learning service which has helped us expand our student cohort and advance our teaching techniques! We are thankful that we have had them as a partner throughout our time in the industry and look forward to many more years of growth together.

Jason T - Director, ACS Partner College (Affiliate)

ACS Distance Education have been fantastic to work with over our first 12 months as a start-up online short education affiliate.
They provided immense support in the foundation period ensuring we setup the best support mechanisms for students and engaging quality tutors.
ACS have continued to be receptive to feedback and promptly moved to make improvements wherever required.

David C - Director, ACS Partner College (Affiliate)

Having access to ACS' extensive library of digitalised education content has allowed us to scale our business quickly and efficiently. Their LMS is easy to access and manage, whilst also providing the consumer (student) with a professional and easy to use experience. John and Kate have always been a pleasure to work with and are quick to provide support when it is required."

Andrew O - Director, ACS Partner College (Affiliate)

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