Shape a high-impact tech career with GenAI and ML from IITM Pravartak
According to a 2024 report by NASSCOM and BCG, India's AI market is projected to touch $17 billion by 2027, driven by rapid digitalisation and enterprise adoption of AI. But while the potential is massive, India also faces a sharp talent gap—with a growing demand for AI professionals well-versed in GenAI applications.
To meet this critical upskilling need, IITM Pravartak, the technology innovation hub of IIT Madras—in collaboration with Emeritus, has launched the
Professional Certificate Programme in Generative AI and Machine Learning
. This pioneering course is tailored for professionals looking to gain real-world proficiency in cutting-edge GenAI tools and techniques.
Programme overview: Where AI mastery meets real-world impact
This programme equips learners with the technical foundations, hands-on tools, and domain expertise required to succeed in the fast-moving world of Generative AI and Machine Learning. Taught by distinguished faculty from IIT Madras and structured for working professionals, the curriculum bridges academic rigour with practical relevance.
Key highlights of the programme
Access recorded lectures from leading IIT Madras faculty
The course is designed by renowned IIT Madras faculty and includes weekly recorded lectures taught by Prof. Ganapathy Krishnamurthi and Prof. C. Chandra Sekhar, former HoD of CSE at IIT Madras, who are thought leaders in the domain of AI and ML.
Learn 15+ advanced Artificial Intelligence tools and libraries in virtual integrated labs
Get access to state of the art virtual integrated labs where you will engage in hands-on learning of 15+ AIML tools and libraries, such as TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-Learn, Gradio, PyCaret, and more.
Explore in-demand GenAI applications
The
curriculum covers foundational ML techniques as well as GenAI-specific innovations
such as:
Prompt Engineering for LLMs
Fine-tuning Transformer Models
Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)
RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
Ethics and Explainability in GenAI
Master real-world GenAI and ML with high-impact specialisations
Choose from two in-demand specialisations—Advanced Large Language Models and Computer Vision—designed to equip you with the skills driving billion-dollar innovations worldwide.
Work with hands-on projects and learn from latest research papers
Over 15+ projects across the curriculum, a week-long capstone project, and 4 latest research papers will allow you to skill up thoroughly and prepare you to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Solve real-world problems with Agentic AI masterclasses
Learn about agent lifecycle, different strategies, core components, and tools using which you can build and deploy your own intelligent agents that can execute real-world tasks. Go through different case studies, learn about responsible AI, and map out future trends.
Build your digital portfolio and network with GenAI/ML enthusiasts
A unique aspect of this programme is that at the end of journey, you will become industry ready projects already under your belt on platforms like GitHub. You will also learn to network on Kaggle (a prominent digital platform for tech enthusiasts), building a strong personal brand in the GenAI community.
Flexible, online format with career support
Designed for working professionals, the programme offers
a fully online format with weekly video lectures and live masterclasses
. Learners also receive highly exclusive career services support, including resume-building tools and a subscription to IIMJobs Pro-membership.
Optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Madras Research Park
Learners can choose to attend an optional 2-day immersion to engage directly with faculty and peers at the IIT Madras Research Park, experiencing India's leading AI research ecosystem firsthand.
Who will benefit from this programme?
Whether you're a technical professional looking to deepen your expertise or a non-technical leader aiming to understand GenAI's potential, this programme is tailored to your needs.
Specifically, this programme is ideal for:
Data scientists and data analysts:
Looking to advance their skills in cutting-edge AI and ML techniques and tools.
Software engineers:
Seeking to transition into GenAI and ML roles or enhance their existing projects with AI capabilities.
Business analysts and consultants:
Aiming to leverage GenAI to drive data-driven insights and decision-making.
Product managers and product owners:
Interested in incorporating GenAI and ML into product development and strategy.
Programme details
Start date:
30th September 2025
Duration:
7 Months
Weekly learning commitment:
8–10 hours (additional effort may be required for non-technical students)
Format:
Online + Optional Campus Immersion
Programme fee:
₹1,65,000 + GST
Early bird offer:
₹8,250 off if you enrol early
Outcomes you can expect
By the end of this programme, you will be able to:
Lead new GenAI initiatives:
Drive efficiency and solve complex problems with GenAI and ML
Understand new roadmaps:
Learn how innovations like Agentic AI, RAG & applications can help your organisation
Make data-driven decisions:
Use GenAI to extract meaningful insights from data
Collaborate with your AI and ML teams:
Effectively communicate with data scientists/engineers
Stay ahead of the curve:
Keep up with the latest advancements in AI and ML
Build your high-impact tech career with IITM Pravartak
As organisations across sectors embrace Generative AI, the need for skilled professionals is only growing. By joining the
Professional Certificate Programme in Generative AI and ML by IITM Pravartak
, you position yourself at the forefront of this transformation.
Whether you're looking to transition careers, future-proof your role, or lead innovation in your domain, this IITM Pravartak-certified course offers the credibility, knowledge, and practical skills to help you get there.
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