Masai, in collaboration with I-Hub IIT Patna, has introduced a four-month online certification program in Fundamentals of Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The course will be offered in Hindi, Telugu, Marathi and Tamil, making it one of the first IIT-related technology programs to be taught in multiple regional languages.
This announcement comes at a time when demand for AI and ML skills continues to grow across sectors. According to industry research, nearly 70% of companies now consider AI and ML to be essential for competitive advantage, and 75% plan to integrate these technologies into their decision-making processes. Despite this rapid adoption, availability of trained personnel remains limited, especially outside metropolitan areas.
Educators involved in the initiative say many talented students are deterred from pursuing advanced technical programs because of the language barrier.
Providing instruction in regional languages aims to make technical education more accessible and close the skills gap emerging in the AI-driven job market.
The curriculum begins with Python programming and data visualization, and progresses to machine learning fundamentals such as regression, classification, clustering, and model evaluation. Learners then move on to deep learning topics such as neural networks, CNNs, RNNs, transformers, and reinforcement learning. Modules on NLP, generative models, AutoML, MLOps, and cloud deployment are also part of the coursework. Ethical considerations in AI are integrated throughout the program.
Participants will complete hands-on projects involving customer segmentation, image classification, and text-based applications. These challenges are designed to help learners build a portfolio that demonstrates their ability to apply AI and ML techniques to real-world business problems. Those who complete the required assessment will receive a certificate from Vishlesan I-Hub, IIT Patna.
