Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 16: As enterprises move from exploratory AI use cases to scalable, production-ready implementations, IITM Pravartak, Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Madras, in collaboration with TimesPro, has announced Batch 03 of its Advanced Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning (AAIDL) programme. The programme seeks to address the growing need for professionals who can design, deploy, and apply AI systems with technical rigour, business relevance, and operational reliability.
The seven-month programme is designed for professionals who aspire to lead with data and build AI-led solutions that can be translated into measurable business outcomes.
The seven-month programme will enable learners to gain practical exposure to widely used AI and deep learning frameworks, including TensorFlow and PyTorch, while strengthening their understanding of real-world data challenges.
The curriculum also introduces learners to MLOps and cybersecurity essentials through hands-on learning, case-based instruction, and guided projects.
Participants will engage with core and emerging areas such as machine learning, deep learning, Generative AI, Large Language Models, and agentic AI systems, preparing them to build solutions that are robust, secure, and aligned with enterprise priorities.
Industry momentum continues to reinforce the relevance of applied AI capability.
Market estimates suggest that the global deep learning market could reach USD 506.75 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 31.7 per cent between 2024 and 2035.
McKinsey's 2025 global survey also found that 88 per cent of organisations reported regular AI use in at least one business function, although only about one-third had begun scaling AI programmes, signalling a clear shift from adoption to execution.
KPMG's Global AI Pulse Q1 2026 further notes that enterprise value from AI remains uneven and will depend on how organisations align operating models, governance, workforce readiness, and execution at scale.
Suchitra Veeravalli, Consultant, IITM Pravartak, said, "AI now demands professionals who can move beyond theoretical familiarity and design systems that work reliably in complex business environments.
Through this programme, we aim to strengthen applied competence, analytical judgement, and responsible implementation, enabling learners to build production-ready AI solutions that create measurable value across sectors and emerging enterprises alike.".
