Summary:
HCLTech has partnered with upGrad Enterprise to offer job-aligned skilling programs aimed at working professionals and enterprises worldwide. This collaboration will integrate HCLTech’s Career ShaperTM offerings with upGrad’s expertise in skilling, focusing on high-demand disciplines like data and emerging technologies. The partnership will also develop programs in Generative AI and establish a Data Science and AI Academy of Excellence, leveraging upGrad’s pedagogy and HCLTech’s industry-relevant content. This initiative aims to enhance employability and productivity by providing applied learning experiences, ultimately fostering a more skilled and adaptable workforce.
In a bid to address the rapidly evolving skill demands in the technology sector, Indian tech giant HCLTech has announced a strategic partnership with upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling and workforce development division of upGrad. This collaboration aims to provide industry-relevant, job-aligned learning programs that cater to working professionals and enterprises globally.
A Synergistic Approach to Skilling
The partnership will see HCLTech integrating its Career ShaperTM edtech offerings with upGrad Enterprise’s skilling expertise to deliver comprehensive learning experiences. These programs are designed to drive growth and innovation, ensuring that professionals can apply their new skills effectively in their roles.
“By combining our edtech offerings with upGrad’s university-led skilling courses and certifications in high-demand disciplines such as data and emerging technologies, HCLTech and upGrad will jointly offer clients and learners a world-class learning experience, complete with high-quality study material and practice labs, real-world industry experiences, facilitating the quicker application of skills in their professional roles,” stated Srimathi Shivashankar, Corporate Vice President and Global Head, EdTech Business, HCLTech.
Focus on Generative AI and Emerging Technologies
A key component of this collaboration is the development and launch of programs in Generative AI (GenAI) and allied technologies. These programs aim to equip clients and professionals with cutting-edge skills that are increasingly in demand across industries.
The partnership will also introduce a Data Science and AI Academy of Excellence (AI AOE), providing access to upGrad’s renowned pedagogy and HCLTech’s industry-relevant content and lab facilities. This initiative is expected to drive transformative business impacts by leveraging GenAI.
Leadership Insights
Srikanth Iyengar, CEO of upGrad Enterprise, highlighted the critical need for applied learning in today’s fast-paced technological landscape. “With technology rapidly advancing across all domains, upskilling in new-age skills is more crucial than ever. In this era, the focus has moved to applied learning rather than just mastering fundamentals, as it directly impacts real-time ROI. Our collaboration is strategically timed to facilitate strong peer-to-peer learning, enabling scalable real-world outcomes. By seamlessly integrating learning with industry readiness, we empower global professionals and enterprises to effectively enhance their skills and capabilities,” he said.
Empowering the Workforce
HCLTech’s Career ShaperTM platform plays a significant role in this partnership. It offers enterprise clients and educational institutions the tools to train and upskill their workforce on the latest technologies, ultimately boosting employability and productivity. This initiative is not only beneficial for individual learners but also for the companies and industries they work in, creating a more competent and future-ready workforce.
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