BITS Pilani launches MTech in cloud computing for working professionals

Working professionals can pursue the course without taking a break from work. The last date to apply for BITS Pilani MTech cloud computing programme is December 5, 2022. 

The Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) division of Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani, has launched MTech cloud computing degree programme to help working professionals keep pace with the world of digitisation. The last date to apply for BITS Pilani MTech cloud computing programme is December 5, 2022. 

It is a four-semester degree programme designed exclusively for working professionals so that they can pursue industry-relevant curriculum in cloud computing, without taking a break from work. The MTech programme aims at imparting the learners with thorough knowledge of big data, distributed computing, network and security in cloud, building cloud-native applications, cloud economics, and other aspects of cloud computing. 

The education delivery methodology is a blend of classroom and experiential learning, comprising lab exercises, assignments, case studies, and work-integrated activities. The programme also uses a continuous evaluation system for regular assessment to provide timely and frequent feedback to enable working professionals keep track of their progress. 

Four-semester degree programme  

The first, second, and third semesters of the programme cover four courses each. The fourth semester covers dissertation/project work, which enables students to apply concepts and techniques learnt during the programme. 

Prof Anita Ramachandran, head, computer science and information systems group of BITS Pilani WILP, said, “Among various key aspects, the programme offers a set of courses that aid learners in understanding the design and development of cloud native applications. It will also help them design and implement a cloud native application prototype or migrate an existing solution and the continuous lifecycle of an application from development, deployment to management and operations.” 

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