IIT Bombay launches executive PG diploma in artificial intelligence and data science

NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has launched Executive Post-Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. The programme will be offered by the Centre for Machine Intelligence and Data Science (C-MinDS). The 18-month online programme will commence in January 2025.

As per the eligibility criteria, candidates having a four-year undergraduate degree or a three-year degree with at least one year of work experience are eligible. PG and doctorate students, with a foundational understanding of mathematics and statistics at the undergraduate level can also apply.

Designed and delivered by IIT Bombay faculty with Great Learning as the EdTech partner, the programme will culminate with a graduation ceremony on campus, conferring alumni status.

What will IITB course teach?

Tailored for early and mid-career professionals, the programme covers key areas in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. The curriculum blends core courses such as programming for machine learning, statistical foundations, machine learning, deep learning, generative ai, and ai-ml in practice, alongside electives to enhance industry-ready skills.

Learners will gain hands-on experience with Python, SQL, NumPy, Pandas, Seaborn, ScikitLearn, TensorFlow, Keras, Hugging Face, Docker, Kubernetes, and PyTorch, supported by IIT Bombay's academic resources for seamless learning.

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Professor Shireesh Kedare, director of IIT Bombay, highlighted the course’s significance and said, "The launch of the Executive Post-Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science by C-MInDS marks a significant milestone in the Institute's commitment to delivering cutting-edge training. By offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, this program will not only educate individuals but also cultivate innovators, empowering professionals across India to contribute meaningfully to local innovations while competing on the global stage.”