EdTechReview.in is proud to announce the recent collaboration between IIT Madras’ Pravartak Technologies Foundation and Simplilearn, an online bootcamp provider for digital skills training. This cutting-edge partnership has been created to provide students and professionals with the necessary digital skills to remain competitive in today’s ever-evolving digital landscape.
The six-month curriculum, which will begin in December 2023, will cover topics such as product management, full-stack development (FSD) – MERN, and cloud computing. In addition to the curriculum, applicants will also have the opportunity to participate in campus immersion experiences. This will allow them to visit the IITM campus, engage with the incubator, and have face-to-face interactions with faculty members.
Statistics from Indeed show that the demand for full-stack developers currently exceeds 10,000 positions. With this in mind, IITM Pravartak and Simplilearn are introducing comprehensive programmes focused on full-stack development (FSD) – MERN, cloud computing and product management.
Chief Executive Officer of IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation, Dr MJ Shankar Raman, said: “In light of the worldwide trend towards greater technology adoption and digital transformation across all industries, we recognize the critical importance of having a skilled and competent workforce. As we strive to create a better world driven by technology, we are delighted to announce our collaborative effort to provide relevant upskilling programs to aspiring individuals through this partnership. By harnessing IITM Pravartak’s and Simplilearn’s collective expertise, we are sure that learners will experience a transformative journey, reaping unparalleled benefits from these exceptional programs.”
Simplilearn, founded in 2010 by Krishna Kumar, is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and certifications. From college students and early career professionals to managers, executives, small businesses, large corporations, and governments, Simplilearn’s role-based, skill-focused, industry-recognized, and globally relevant training programs are ideal upskilling solutions for diverse career and business goals.
This collaboration between IITM Pravartak and Simplilearn is a great opportunity for teachers to upskill their students and equip them with the necessary digital skills to thrive in the modern-day digital world. Through the online courses and immersive experiences, students will gain the skills and confidence to pursue a successful career in tech-related fields.
