IIT Madras Launches Advanced Certification in Applied AI and Machine Learning

IIT Madras, in collaboration with IBM and ed-tech company Emeritus, has introduced a new Advanced Certification Programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Designed for working professionals from both technical and non-technical backgrounds, the programme aims to build practical skills to meet the rising industry demand for AI and ML expertise.

Offered through IITM Pravartak, the institute’s technology innovation hub supported by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, the course includes hands-on training with over 25 tools and libraries, such as TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-Learn, and modern Generative AI models like Mistral. It features 30+ projects and case studies, in-depth exposure to research papers, and a strong focus on real-world applications.

The programme will be led by IITM faculty including Prof. C. Chandra Sekhar and Prof. Dileep AD, and combines recorded video content, live online sessions with industry experts, and a two-week capstone project. Participants will build GitHub and Kaggle portfolios to showcase their work and enhance their job prospects.

Upon completion, learners will receive three professional certificates from IBM and an opportunity to visit the IITM Research Park for networking with researchers and peers.

Avnish Singhal, Executive VP at Emeritus, emphasized that the programme is tailored for professionals looking to lead in the evolving AI/ML space, blending academic insights with hands-on innovation.

May 16, 2025 12:40 p.m. 467

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