IIIT Bangalore and upGrad host their fifth graduation ceremony for digital learners

2,323 students graduated with Post Graduate Diplomas

Bangalore, March 21, 2021: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIITB), a premier engineering and technology Deemed University, in partnership with upGrad, India’s largest online higher education company, today hosted a virtual convocation ceremony for 2,323 graduates. Gracing the event with their presence were Chief Guest Mr. N G Subramaniam, COO, TCS, along with Professor Chandrashekar Ramanathan, Dean (Academics) - IIITB, Professor S Sadagopan, Director - IIITB, Ronnie Screwvala, Executive Chairman & Co-founder - upGrad, and Mayank Kumar, Co-founder & MD - upGrad. 

The class of 2021, along with IIITB and upGrad celebrated the successful completion of their Post Graduate Diploma programs in Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), and Software Development/Blockchain. The students included seasoned working professionals from organizations including Fortune 500 Companies. 20 graduating students were awarded the ‘Top Performer’ award for achieving the highest CGPA in their respective program.  

The Chief Guest, N G Subramaniam, COO, TCS, shared his thoughts with the graduates, “Our ability to articulate complex matters with clarity and simplicity will be the most desired skills as we embrace technology in our lives. So the future is now. You can be the GPS. Wish you all a great future!”

“It's encouraging to see so many people return to academics to stay abreast of changing technology trends. Today, as our learners graduate, I wish them great success to win the future of possibilities that await them,” said Professor Chandrashekar Ramanathan, Dean (Academics) - IIITB while addressing the graduates.   

“We feel that constant learning is key to innovation and it should be unending. By providing that opportunity via online education, we will soon see a larger skilled workforce in India and across the world. My congratulations to the Class of 2021,”, said Professor S. Sadagopan, Director, IIITB.

Commenting on the occasion, Ronnie Screwvala, Executive Chairman and Co-founder of upGrad, said, “The best form of learning today is ‘on-the-job-learning’, where you not only learn at work but also continue learning online. It is a privilege for everyone at IIITB and upGrad to welcome you formally into our alumni group.”

“All the gruelling hard work, commitment and dedication you applied to successfully complete your program is a huge achievement. Carry on and never give up on your journey, no matter how long it takes because those who achieve are those who act,” said Mayank Kumar, Co-founder & MD, upGrad.

Sharing her learning experience, Jyothi Rajesh, IIITB upGrad alumnus said, “This is the beginning of just another journey in your professional lives. The Data & Technology domain has unimaginable and boundless applications, and now you can apply your knowledge effectively in practical use cases.”

The PG Diploma in Data Science is India's largest Data Science program with over 10,000 alumni and learner-base. This program in partnership with IIITB is India’s first-ever PG Diploma to be recommended and validated by NASSCOM and is aligned to Government approved National Occupational Standards (NOS).

About upGrad

upGrad is India’s largest online higher education company. Founded in early 2015, upGrad has on-boarded over 30K paid learners and impacted more than half a million individuals globally, within a short span of 5 years.

upGrad provides online programs in the areas of Data Science, Technology, Management and Law to college students, working professionals and enterprises. These programs are designed and delivered in collaboration with top-notch universities like IIT Madras, IIIT Bangalore, MICA, NMIMS Global Access, Jindal Global Law School, Duke CE, Deakin University, Liverpool John Moores University and others.

With an 80% program completion rate, robust tech platform, outcome-based learning approach, industry-relevant curriculum, finest university credentials, strong mentorship, and steadfast placement support, upGrad has established its position as the leader in the Indian education system. upGrad, through a virtual hiring drive offers its existing users/alumni an opportunity to interview with 300+ hiring partners ensuring successful career outcomes.

 https://www.upgrad.com/  

About IIIT Bangalore

IIIT Bangalore is a premier institute focused on Post-Graduate IT education and research, located in the heart of Electronic City, Bangalore. It contains state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class faculty, a vibrant alumni community, cutting-edge research facilities and close industry collaborations.

The institute’s specially designed courses make the students cognitive of the current technologies and practices, thereby equipping them with the tools and knowledge to solve contemporary real problems. Since the founding of the Institute in 1999, IIITB has enjoyed 100% placement every year, on account of the strong support of the Industry and the growing base of talented alumni.

https://www.iiitb.ac.in/