Degree course in Artificial Intelligence, professional training program needed: Experts

Degree course in Artificial Intelligence, professional training program needed: Experts

In the changing environment of technology, degree courses, and professional training programs in Artificial Intelligence are needed. This is believed by industry and education experts. Although the Central Board of Secondary Education has introduced AI as an optional subject in schools until now there is no provision of the full-time degree courses in the country. Only a few short term courses are going on.

Varun Dhamija, Vice President, Pearson Professional Program, said, "In the digital age, artificial intelligence is affecting many types of industry and changing the role of jobs. Along with this, the scenario of business is also changing rapidly. The use of artificial intelligence on a large scale is being noticed in almost every industry. It is believed that it will have a big role in the industry and smartphone revolution in the coming times. Therefore, the need of the hour is to focus more on AI education and make it easily available.

He said, 'According to our recent survey, 60 percent of Indians believe that the world is shifting towards a model where people can get an education all their lives. Highly experienced professionals, young learners, and mid-level employees now feel that they should learn new skills and receive formal training in AI and other fields to keep pace with the changing job requirements. In view of this, demand for not only short term or vocational but also AI-specific full-time courses will increase.

Birla Soft Chief People Officer Samit Deb said, "With the great demand for good talent, the need has increased for managers and leaders who can train their subordinates in all kinds of technology and AI courses."