In Short
- Oracle collaborates with the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation to launch the Naan Mudhalvan program, targeting the training of over 2 million students.
- The program offers training in AI, cloud computing, data science, and blockchain, both through classroom instruction and Oracle MyLearn platforms.
- Participants will earn Oracle certification, recognized globally, enhancing their job prospects and contributing to India’s digital economy.
Oracle has partnered with the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation to launch the Naan Mudhalvan program, a transformative initiative aimed at equipping over 200,000 students with cutting-edge technology skills. This program will provide training in AI, cloud computing, data science, and blockchain, ensuring that Tamil Nadu’s youth are prepared for future job markets. With Oracle’s industry-recognized certification, participants will gain valuable expertise that can significantly boost their career prospects in the growing digital economy.
Tmt. J. Innocent Divya, managing director, Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation, stated “Tamil Nadu ranks among one of India’s top 12 states with a growing youth population. As part of our responsibility to provide youth and young professionals with a platform to upskill themselves and achieve their career goals, we launched Naan Mudhalvan. We already reach 1.3 million students through this initiative and with Oracle, we hope to train over 200,000 of them on new technology skills that could have a positive impact on their future career opportunities.”
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Training
In the initiative, students will be provided with training on certifications on the modern technology front, such as Oracle cloud, data science, artificial intelligence – machine learning, and blockchain, among others. The training will be in the form of classroom instructions by educators and scholars via the campus curriculum, while a larger supplement of these learning modules will be available in Oracle MyLearn platforms.
J. Innocent Divya, the Managing Director of TNSDC, shed light on the relevance of the Naan Mudhalvan program in boosting young and potential professional talent and skills, as the chairman of TNSDC said. Further, while elaborating on the importance of Oracle certification in the business world, Shailender Kumar, the Senior Vice President and the current Regional Managing Director of Oracle India and NetSuite, JAPAC,
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This program has been successful since its inception, as more than 60,000 students from multidisciplinary fields in more than 900 institutions within Tamil Nadu have shown keen interest in the program. The training will give students the basic knowledge of cloud computing and facilitate their understanding of the other core concepts which include AI ML data science, and blockchain.
Shailender Kumar, senior vice president and regional managing director, of Oracle India and NetSuite JAPAC, stated “We are delighted to collaborate with the Tamil Nadu government and make a significant contribution towards the advancement of India’s digital economy. Oracle’s Skills Development Initiative is designed to offer solutions to support government institutions, providing candidate training and job placement assistance to ensure the next generation of tech leaders receive the best possible education and support. With Oracle certification recognized as an industry standard for professionals, it not only enhances knowledge but also validates skills sought after by employers, thereby enhancing job prospects and stability.“
Oracle University will offer USA access to some of the world’s greatest technology gurus to offer cloud technology teaching and qualification across the globe. Learners from around the world have already viewed more than 20 million hours of learning content belonging to Oracle University, and more than 3 million people have completed the program. Estimates indicate there are approximately 1 million Oracle-certified professionals in the global workforce.
Oracle and TNSDC have taken the right steps that are required to bridge the skills deficit that hounds the technology industry as well as offer the younger generation a chance to gain certification for their profession.
