Great Learning, Gurgaon Admission 2021: Dates, Eligibility, Courses, Fees, Application

Established in 2013, Great Learning, Gurgaon, is an ed-tech company-cum-Academy that has educated over 5,000 students so far. The Academy offers PG, advanced certificate and certificate courses in various specialisations in collaboration with PES University, Reva University, Ansal University, McCombs School of Business Texas, Great Lakes Executive Learning, Stanford University and IIT Madras. It has a total of five departments, including Data Science & Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security & Software Development and Management.

Additionally, Great Learning provides access to GL Confluence-Industry and Peer Networking events. Candidates are granted admission based on their performance in the Institute-level exam. The Academy has tie-ups with several banks, such as Union Bank of India and ICICI Bank, to provide educational assistance to its students. It also offers merit-based scholarships to deserving candidates.

Great Learning Gurgaon Admission Process 2021: Fast Facts

For Great Learning, Gurgaon admission, candidates are required to register and fill in the application form. The Institute conducts an entrance exam for admission to most of its courses. Here are some of the fast facts related to Great Learning, Gurgaon admission process:

• Admission to PGP courses is based on candidates’ performance in the Personal Interview (PI) round conducted by the Academy
• For admission to MTech and MS courses, admissions are granted based on a valid score in an entrance exam conducted by the Academy, followed by the PI round
• Admission to certificate and advanced certificate courses is merit-based

Great Learning Gurgaon Application Dates 2021

Below mentioned are the application deadlines for Great Learning, Gurgaon courses:

Course	Application Deadline
Applied Data Science Bootcamp	Closed
MS in Data Science	15-Jan-2020
MTech	Closed (04-Nov-2020)
All other courses	Closed (05-Nov-2020)

Great Learning Gurgaon PG Admission 2021

Great Learning, Gurgaon offers PGP, MTech, MS courses, the duration of which ranges between four and 21 months. Some of these courses are offered in both offline as well as online modes. MS in Data Science is designed for working professionals who can complete the degree without affecting their work and its degree is delivered online. Successful graduates become the bonafide alums of Northwestern University.

The minimum eligibility and duration of the courses offered by Great Learning, Gurgaon are mentioned in the table below:

PGP
Specialisation	Eligibility Criteria	Duration (in months)
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning	Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% aggregate/ equivalent and familiarity with at least one programming language	12
Data Science & Machine Learning	-BE/ BTech/ MSc (Mathematics)/ MCA from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate in UG -Minimum work experience of 24 months by the time of commencement of the programme	7
Data Science & Engineering	-Minimum aggregate of 60% in Class 10, Class 12 and UG -Less than 3 years of work experience	6
Artificial Intelligence for Leaders	Minimum 8 years of work experience (no prior programming knowledge is required)	4
Cloud Computing	Minimum aggregate of 50% in graduation and 3+ years of work experience in IT and technology roles	6
Strategic Digital Marketing	Must have completed graduation or be completing within 6 months in any stream	6
Data Science & Business Analytics	-Bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% / equivalent -Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience	9 & 6
Course	Eligibility Criteria	Duration
MTech in Software Development (PES University)	BTech/ BE/ MCA degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% in Class 10, Class 12 and UG	2 years
MS in Data Science (Analytics & Modeling/ Artificial Intelligence)	4-year bachelor degree from a recognised institute	18 months (weekend)
Applied Data Science Bootcamp	-	-
Stanford Design Thinking (From Insight to Viability)	Minimum 2 years of work experience	12 weeks

Great Learning Gurgaon Other Courses Admission 2021

Apart from the above-listed PG-level courses, the Academy also offers the below-mentioned additional courses. The eligibility criteria and duration of these courses are shared below:

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Duration (in months)
Advanced Certification in Software Engineering for Cloud, Blockchain & IoT	BTech/ BE/ MCA degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% in Class 10, Class 12 and UG	-
Executive PG Programme in Management	Bachelor's degree (no prior work experience is required)	12 months
Digital Marketing Certificate Programme	-	3 months
Stanford Advanced Computer Security Programme	3+ years of work experience in an IT domain or relevant academic credentials	6 months

Read more: Great Learning Gurgaon Courses and Fees  

Great Learning Gurgaon Application Process 2021

To apply to MS in Data Science, candidates are required to create an online application form on the portal of Northwestern University and provide a statement of purpose (SOP). The SOP should be between 300-550 words and needs to be uploaded in the online application. The application deadline is January 15, 2021. For the rest of the courses, candidates need to visit the official website of the Academy (www.greatlearning.in) and click on ‘Apply Now’ under the desired course.

Below mentioned are the steps to be followed while applying for MS in Data Science course:

Step 1: Provide an updated copy of the resume, this has to be uploaded in the online application.

Step 2: Provide the name and email of two references, the details need to be shared in the online application.

Step 3: The University will directly reach out to references to get a letter of recommendation. The references can be from the candidate’s professional or academic association.

Step 4: Submit a course-by-course evaluation report for all the academic transcripts. The evaluation report can be prepared by an accredited member of NACES. Based on past experience, Northwestern University recommends ECE/ Educational Perspectives.

Step 5: Candidates need to pay a non-refundable application fee of $75 at the time of application submission.

Step 6: After the application process is closed, the admissions team reviews all the applications.

Step 7: The final decision is communicated to the candidates within four to six weeks.

Great Learning Gurgaon Admission FAQs

Q. How are admissions done at Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. For admission to certificate and advanced certificate courses at Great Learning is merit-based. For admission to MTech and MS courses, admissions are based on a valid score in the entrance exam conducted by the Academy, followed by the PI round. While for PGP courses, admission is based on candidates’ performance in the Personal Interview (PI) round conducted by the Academy.

Q. Does Great Learning Gurgaon offer an education loan service?

A. Yes, the Academy has tie-ups with various banks like Union Bank of India and ICICI Bank, to provide educational assistance to its students.

Q. What is the fee of certificate courses offered by Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. The fee of certificate courses (Business Analytics and Computer Security) offered by the Academy is Rs 80,000.

Q. Does Great Learning Gurgaon conduct any entrance exam for admission?

A. Yes, for MTech and MS courses, admissions are based on a valid score in the entrance exam conducted by the Academy, followed by the PI round.

Q. What is the duration of PGP courses at Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. The duration of PGP courses at Great Learning ranges between four and 12 months.

Q. What is the minimum eligibility criteria for admission to MS in Data Science at Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. For admission to MS in Data Science (Analytics & Modeling/ Artificial Intelligence), candidates must have a four-year bachelor's degree from a recognised institute.

Q. What is the qualification required for MTech admission at Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. For admission to MTech, candidates must hold a BTech/ BE/ MCA degree with a minimum aggregate of 50 per cent in Class 10, Class 12 and UG.

Q. What is the fee of PGP courses offered by Great Learning Gurgaon?

A. The Academy offers PGP in Business Analytics and Business Intelligence, Business Analytics and Data Science and Analytics, the fees of which are Rs 3.5, Rs 2.75 and Rs 2.75, respectively.

Q. Does Great Learning Gurgaon provide scholarships?

A. Yes, the Academy offers merit-based scholarships to deserving candidates.