E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati Partners with OdinSchool to Deliver A Cutting-Edge Applied Generative AI Course

Pune, 28 August 2024: In a landmark collaboration, the Electronics and ICT Academy of IIT Guwahati has partnered with OdinSchool, an upskilling company based in Hyderabad, to deliver a 6-month Applied Generative AI Course with advanced certification.

The E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati conducts multiple short and long term courses as part of their Executive Education program. The programs are designed for working professionals to upskill themselves and stay on par with the changing technological scenario across the world.

Why Generative AI?

According to the World Economic Forum, ‘globalization, digital transformation, and the rise of Generative AI are reshaping the way we work across the world’. Generative AI has found its way into modern-day business processes and strategies. Forbes has observed that 81% of organizations across the globe consider generative AI as one of the major contributing factors in their advancements. 97% of executives already use generative AI in their business strategies.

As Generative AI becomes a crucial part of business processes, organizations are now on the lookout for candidates who can manage and optimize these AI-based technologies. Consequently, the career growth potential for those skilled in AI-based technologies is massive, owing to the rise in the number of jobs in this domain. Yes, upskilling in AI is no longer a choice to professionals who want to stay relevant in the job market, it is a necessity.

In light of this, the Applied Generative AI Course offered by E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati and OdinSchool will work towards producing highly skilled professionals in the rapidly growing Generative AI domain. It will help learners enhance their career prospects significantly by mastering the most sought-after Generative AI skills.

Dr. Gaurav Trivedi, Associate Professor at IIT Guwahati and the Principle Investigator of E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati remarked, “E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati is happy to partner with OdinSchool on this hands-on Applied Generative AI course. We have always been committed to advancing technical education by striking the right balance between theoretical and practical learning. By combining our expertise with OdinSchool’s resources and skilling experience, we aim to offer a holistic learning experience for those looking to advance their careers in the AI realm. Together, we want to build a generation of professionals proficient in AI”.

Participants of this 6-month Applied Generative AI course can prepare for high-impact careers in the Generative AI field. During their tenure, they will benefit from a cutting-edge curriculum designed in consultation with the E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati and delivered by industry experts as well as IIT faculty. Participants receive an Advanced Certification from the E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati, live online classes every weekend, a 2-day campus immersion program (only for successful learners) at IIT Guwahati, Alumni status at E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati, and holistic Career Services offered by OdinSchool such as professional profile building, industry interactions, and mock interview sessions.

Participants will also engage in hackathons and case studies to reinforce their learnings and challenge their skills. Q&A sessions with experts, 200+ hours of interactive learning, and 25+ hands-on projects are other unique offerings of this course that will help learners deepen their understanding and stay abreast of trends.

So, how does upskilling in Applied Generative AI help? It equips professionals with the skills to build and deploy complex AI models, enhance their productivity, and also drive decision making using data. Moreover, Generative AI tools are highly customizable and flexible, and can transform the way professionals work and stay productive.

OdinSchool, E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati’s partner in this endeavor, is no stranger to the skilling revolution. With the objective of bridging the current skill gap in India, and countless success stories to its credit, OdinSchool produces highly-skilled professionals in domains such as Data Science, Full Stack Development, Digital Marketing, and Business Accounting. Through its high quality skilling programs, OdinSchool offers comprehensive training and career services to enhance skill competence, team capabilities, and address skill gaps in individuals as well as organizations.

“OdinSchool is thrilled to join hands with the prestigious E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati to deliver this 6-month Generative AI Course. Our collective efforts will help aspirants enhance their career prospects in this AI era. OdinSchool has always been at the forefront of the skilling revolution; this partnership is a crucial step that will help us march ahead in our mission to help alleviate the skill shortage in India. I am very excited about this collaboration and the positive impact this Generative AI course will create”, said Vijay Pasupulati, the CEO of OdinSchool. A former Vice President at Goldman Sachs, Vijay is an alumnus of the New York University Stern School of Business. With OdinSchool, he aims to make a positive impact in the current skill shortage in the country.

As companies across industries, from finance to healthcare, are integrating Generative AI into their businesses to streamline operations, OdinSchool and E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati welcome AI aspirants to their Applied Generative AI Course to sharpen their competitive edges and to position themselves ahead of the competition.