IIT Madras, in collaboration with the ed-tech platform Emeritus and IBM, has introduced the Advanced Certification Programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, designed to bridge the growing skill gap between AI innovation and industry-ready talent.
The initiative comes under the purview of IITM Pravartak, the technology innovation hub of the institute, which is supported by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
In light of the growing relevance of AI and machine learning, the programme has been created for professionals across various domains who aspire to advance their careers in these fields.
It offers a flexible curriculum that caters to both technical and non-technical backgrounds. It caters to data scientists and software engineers aiming to enhance their technical expertise, business analysts and consultants looking to leverage AI for data-driven decision-making, as well as product managers and product owners looking to integrate AI/ML into product strategies.
Led by IITM Pravartak-empanelled faculty, including Professor C Chandra Sekhar and Professor Dileep A.D, the programme will cover foundational concepts, advanced topics like Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), and their real-world applications.
It will include weekly-recorded videos for self-paced learning and live masterclasses from industry professionals and a two-week capstone project. It will also provide an optional two-day campus immersion at IITM Research Park, enriching the educational experience, the statement said.
The programme will provide more than 25 tools and libraries, including TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-Learn and the latest Gen AI models such as Mistral. It will also offer 30+ projects and cases as well as the latest research papers for real-world case studies and in-depth insights.
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Participants can build an industry-ready GitHub and Kaggle portfolio for a competitive job market.
Upon successful completion of the programme, learners will be provided with three professional IBM certifications to make them industry-ready, and they will have the opportunity to visit the IITM Research Park and meet the faculty, researchers, and other AI and ML enthusiasts.
Avnish Singhal, the executive vice president and head of India & APAC at Emeritus, said, “As AI and ML continue to disrupt entire industries, the real challenge lies in equipping leaders who can transform these technologies into powerful, actionable solutions. This programme is designed for those who are not just looking to keep up but to be the driving force behind the next generation of innovation.”
“By blending world-class academic rigour with hands-on industry experience, we are shaping the pioneers who will redefine what’s possible in AI and ML, making a profound impact on the global economy,” he added.
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