Simplilearn, the world’s leading online bootcamp for digital economy skills training, has joined forces with iHUB DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee, to offer a Professional Certificate Programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning. IBM has also joined Simplilearn as an industry partner for the programme, and students can attend IBM industry masterclasses. The programme provides participants with the skills, tools, and techniques needed to excel in any role in the digital economy.
The company claims that the newly launched programme includes engagement in more than 25 hands-on, industry-relevant projects and capstones. It features live virtual sessions led by industry experts, self-paced video lessons and masterclasses delivered by instructors from institutes like IITs and NITs. According to the statement, participants will also have access to exclusive hackathons and Ask Me Anything sessions facilitated by IBM.
As part of this partnership, participants can gain proficiency in more than 20 essential tools and techniques and access to integrated labs and exclusive masterclasses. Moreover, Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a two-day on-campus immersion programme organized by iHUB DivyaSampark at the IIT Roorkee campus. Upon successful programme completion, learners will also benefit from Simplilearn’s Job Assistance services and receive a certificate of accomplishment and IBM certificates for IBM-specific courses.
Commenting on the collaboration, Anand Narayanan, Chief Product Officer of Simplilearn, said:
Amidst the ongoing tech revolution, the demand for Generative AI has witnessed an unprecedented surge. As businesses embrace automation and data-driven decision-making, harnessing the power of this new-age technology has become a prerequisite to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. With the cognizance of this skill demand and the industry requirement, we have partnered with iHUB DivyaSampark IIT Roorkee to offer this professional certificate programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning. The program will equip professionals with the required skills to excel in the digital economy.
iHUB DivyaSampark aims to enable innovative ecosystems in cyber-physical systems (CPS) and become the source for the next generation of digital technologies, products and services by promoting translational research, enhancing core competencies, capacity building, training to provide solutions for national strategic sectors and becoming a pivotal contributor to Digital India.
Manish Anand, Chief Executive Officer of iHUB DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee, commented:
The AI revolution has reshaped numerous industries, and we still see a growing desire among young professionals to enhance their skills in this domain. Their career aspirations align perfectly with the rising demand in this field. We recognize that specialized training, including Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, and ChatGPT modules in AI upskilling, adds significant value and has intensified learners’ enthusiasm to delve into the intricacies of this subject. We are delighted to collaborate with Simplilearn to provide the Generative AI & Machine Learning programme, ensuring that professionals stay at the forefront of this ever-evolving landscape.
Simplilearn, a Blackstone portfolio company, was founded in 2010 and is based in San Francisco, California, and Bangalore, India. The platform provides individuals and businesses worldwide with access to world-class work-ready training. The Bootcamps are designed and delivered in collaboration with world-renowned universities, top corporations, and leading industry bodies through live online classes with top industry practitioners, sought-after trainers, and global leaders.
