IIT Mandi Partners With NSDC and Masai School to Launch Joint AI and ML Program

IIT Mandi, NSDC, and Masai School have partnered to offer a joint certification in AI and Machine Learning, designed to provide ambitious tech professionals with a transformative educational experience. 

IIT Mandi Partners With NSDC and Masai School to Launch Joint AI and ML Program

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, NSDC, and Masai School have joined hands to launch a certified Credit-linked Micro-Specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This strategic alliance combines the strengths of three distinguished institutions to offer a transformative educational program aimed at ambitious professionals eager to advance in the tech industry. The program features several highlights, including a curriculum co-designed by IIT Mandi and Masai School, along with access to the IIT Mandi campus for events, festivals, and the graduation ceremony.

This program covers various modules, including Mathematics for Data Science, Programming for Data Engineering, Machine Learning Fundamentals, Deep Learning and Neural Networks, and Specialized Topics in AI and ML. The program culminates with Capstone Projects, offering a practical application of acquired skills and insights. The program is meticulously crafted to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and industry exposure necessary to thrive in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International emphasised the collaboration, stating, “Our vision has always focussed on addressing the challenge of empowering individuals with the skills vital for a prosperous economy. This collaboration is crafted to bolster tech enthusiasts, providing them with a rich reservoir of knowledge and practical competencies crucial for thriving in the technological age”

Speaking about the partnership Prof. Laxmidhar Behera - Director, IIT Mandi, expressed pride in the collaboration. He added, “This marks a crucial step in strengthening knowledge exchange by establishing formal partnerships. The goal is to offer students a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities for growth. This program allows students to earn NCVET-approved credits from IIT providing learners with a prestigious IIT endorsement for their resumes, boosting their career prospects.”

Commenting on the partnership, Prateek Shukla, Co-Founder, and CEO, Masai School, said, “Student experience is always a priority for us. We aim to transform skill-based education delivery and cultivate a world-class employable talent pool in India. Our collaboration with NSDC and IIT Mandi is a step forward in our commitment to revolutionising technical education and preparing the next generation of tech professionals for future challenges. This follows our initial partnership with IIT Guwahati, which shares the same goal."

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