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Hans India
3 days ago
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India's Gen Z Embraces the GenAI Future: Great Learning Mobilises 16,000 Youth in a 3-Day GenAI Upskilling Sprint
In a bold step to accelerate GenAI literacy among India's youth, Great Learning successfully concluded the inaugural edition of 'The Great Learning AI Challenge' on World Youth Skills Day, drawing massive participation from across the nation. Over 16,000 individuals across India enrolled in 45+ GenAI courses, with certificates worth ₹40,000, offered completely free through Great Learning Academy between July 13 - 15. The three-day upskilling sprint witnessed enthusiastic participation from 12,000 college students, representing over 200 colleges and 4,000 early career professionals. Notably, 60% students were from tier 2 cities, highlighting the growing awareness of the importance of acquiring Generative AI skills in these cities. Following competitive tracking through a leaderboard, the winning institutions were crowned in two categories. In both the GenAI Super Squad (highest number of unique participants) and GenAI Masterminds (most course completions) categories, Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, Coimbatore, New Horizon College of Engineering, and PES University, Bangalore secured the top three positions. Commenting on the challenge, Aparna Mahesh, Chief Marketing Officer, Great Learning, said, 'What we witnessed with The Great Learning AI Challenge was truly heartening. Gen Z is not just adapting to the AI revolution; they are leading it with passion and purpose. While we did set out to offer free courses, it sparked something bigger, a sense of possibility, of confidence, of being future-ready. The energy and enthusiasm we witnessed from students across the country reflected a generation eager to shape India's future in technology and innovation. What began as a learning initiative quickly turned into a national movement and reminded us why we do what we do. At Great Learning, we are committed to keeping this momentum alive by empowering youth with meaningful opportunities to build successful, future-ready careers in an AI-driven world.' Enrollment trends revealed a strong focus on core GenAI concepts, with Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT, Generative AI for Beginners and ChatGPT for Beginners being the most popular courses during the challenge, followed by ChatGPT for Marketing, ChatGPT for Excel, and Build a Website using ChatGPT. Some of the other courses that were of interest to students were Data Analytics Using ChatGPT with Excel and Python, ChatGPT for Business Communication and Interview Preparation Using Gemini. Harshit Gajendran from New Horizon College of Engineering distinguished himself as the top performer of The Great Learning AI Challenge by completing 45 GenAI courses within just three days, a truly exceptional accomplishment that demonstrated both determination and a deep commitment to upskilling. Reflecting on his journey, he shared: 'The Great Learning AI Challenge was unlike anything I have done before. It really pushed me to step out of my comfort zone and dive deep into the world of Generative AI. Finishing all the courses in just three days wasn't easy, but it helped me build a strong understanding of everything from prompt engineering to problem-solving with AI. What made it truly special was being part of something bigger, a nationwide challenge where thousands of us were learning, competing, and growing together. Being named the top performer among thousands of participants is incredibly motivating. It feels like all the effort has truly paid off.' The initiative, anchored by the campaign tagline 'Gen Z Goes GenAI — Because careers don't start with jobs, they start with skills', underscored the growing urgency for young professionals to build expertise in emerging technologies. Designed to accelerate GenAI adoption across India, the challenge served as an accessible and inclusive platform for learners to gain in-demand skills, earn recognised credentials, and engage with AI meaningfully. By offering high-quality learning at scale and no cost, the campaign helped bridge the gap between traditional education and industry expectations, while laying a strong foundation for India's youth to thrive in an increasingly AI-powered world.
Hans India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Great Learning Offers Free GenAI Courses as part of its Pan-India ‘The Great Learning AI Challenge' to Upskill Students and Working professionals
Great Learning, a leading global edtech company, has announced the launch of The Great Learning AI Challenge, a large-scale, free GenAI upskilling initiative aimed at accelerating GenAI readiness among students and early-career professionals. With India emerging as a global AI hub, the 3-day virtual challenge from July 13 to July 15 offers participants open access to 30+ GenAI courses worth ₹40,000 via the Great Learning Academy. The initiative, commemorating World Youth Skills Day, is designed to democratize AI skills, support talent pipelines for the enterprise sector, and spotlight future-ready campuses contributing to the GenAI revolution. By completing these courses, students will help their colleges climb the national leaderboard and compete to be crowned as 'AI Champion'. The campaign, taglined 'Gen Z Goes GenAI — Because careers don't start with jobs, they start with skills', highlights the critical need for young professionals to master generative AI skills to thrive in today's digital economy. The Great Learning AI Challenge is designed to accelerate GenAI adoption among Indian youth, and provide an accessible and affordable platform for obtaining these skills . It encourages youth to build future-ready skills, showcase their learning, and win exclusive rewards — all while laying a strong foundation in one of the most transformative technologies of our time. How to Participate? To participate, students register by filling out the registration form, sign up to Great Learning Academy and complete any or all of the 30+ designated Generative AI courses between July 13–15. These courses include 'ChatGPT for Marketing', 'Generative AI for Beginners', 'ChatGPT for Excel', 'ChatGPT for Coders', 'Building Intelligent AI Agents', 'DeepSeek Foundation for Beginners', and 'Build Python APP Using ChatGPT', among others. Post completion, students must post their certificates of completion on LinkedIn with the caption 'I completed #TheGreatLearningAIChallenge', tag Great Learning, and nominate a minimum of five friends. The winning colleges will be crowned the 'AI Champion', based on two categories: GenAI Super Squad: Maximum Unique Participants The college with the highest number of unique students completing at least one eligible GenAI course during the challenge wins this category. GenAI MasterMinds: Maximum Course Completions The college with the highest number of total GenAI course completions by its students during the challenge wins this category. There will be 1 winner and 2 runner-up colleges for each category. In addition to this coveted title, winning colleges will receive an official trophy, certificate, and verified digital badge. The 3 best student profiles from the winning colleges will get an opportunity to intern with Great Learning. Working professionals can register for the campaign separately on this link. 'AI is reshaping the way we work, create, and innovate, and Gen Z is at the forefront of this transformation. With The Great Learning AI Challenge, we are not just offering free courses, but launching a nationwide movement to make GenAI skills mainstream and accessible. This is about democratising access to future-ready capabilities, creating healthy competition, and celebrating the young talent that will power India's AI revolution. We are excited to see colleges and youth from every corner of the country step up, compete, and lead the charge towards an AI-first future,' said Aparna Mahesh, Chief Marketing Officer of Great Learning. Great Learning has curated 30+ courses specifically for this challenge, and colleges are encouraged to promote participation through their placement cells and student networks. The leaderboard, tracking both unique participants and total certifications, will be updated daily, building excitement across campuses and spotlighting emerging GenAI talent.
Hans India
22-04-2025
- Business
- Hans India
India Emerges as Global Data Analytics Hub; Free Online Courses Gain Traction
Bangaluru: With the global demand for data science professionals on the rise, India has become a key player in the field, accounting for 17.4% of job postings requiring data analytics skills between January and July 2024, according to Cornerstone's Global State of the Skills Economy Report. As businesses increasingly rely on data to drive decisions and personalise services, data science skills are becoming essential across functions—not just in technical roles. In response, a number of free online courses are helping both freshers and professionals upskill in this high-growth area. Here are five top free courses in data science for 2025: Data Science Foundations – Great Learning Academy A beginner-friendly course covering core concepts such as statistics, probability, and data types, with a focus on real-world applications. Introduction to Data Analytics – Coursera Offers an overview of the data lifecycle, including collection, cleaning, and visualisation, using tools like Excel, SQL, and Tableau. Introduction to Data Science using Python – Udemy Teaches the basics of data science with Python, including use of Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib for analysis and visualisation. Python Fundamentals for Beginners – Great Learning Academy Introduces Python programming from scratch, covering key concepts and data structures relevant to data science. Data Storytelling – EdX Focuses on communicating insights through visualisation using tools like Google Data Studio, with emphasis on narrative and design principles. These free resources aim to make data science more accessible and help learners stay competitive in an evolving job market.
