Capgemini has announced the establishment of a new and first-of-its-kind Center of Excellence (CoE) that will skill its workforce in emerging technologies in Uttar Pradesh. It has partnered with Noida Special Economic Zone (NSEZ) to develop an integrated CoE that will help the unemployed youth as it will offer them training in emerging technologies.
How Will Capgemini Address The Skill Gap?
The latest advancements in emerging technologies such as generative AI, machine learning, robotics, fintech, etc. have created a significant skills gap in the Indian workforce. This integrated center aims to bridge this gap and ensure its workforce has the necessary skills to tackle the digital age challenges. Capgemini’s new CoE in Noida, Uttar Pradesh will house classrooms, a computer lab, a counseling area, and a STEM lab with coding, tinkering, and robotics facilities.
What does Capgemini’s CEO say about this CoE?
Regarding the establishment of CoE in NSEZ, Ashwin Yardi, CEO of Capgemini in India said “At Capgemini, we believe that technology has the capabilities to revolutionize societies. We see immense potential in India’s employment-seeking younger generations. As a responsible technology company, we aim to equip youths from marginalized communities with the right digital skills, enabling them to boost their career prospects and leverage cutting-edge technology. This initiative, aligned with the country’s digital inclusion vision, will prepare India’s young people to take up opportunities in the new world shaped by technology evolution.”
Capgemini is taking initiatives for upskilling in emerging technologies.
The CoE will focus on providing a comprehensive program that will cover a wide range of skilling initiatives such as:
- Upskilling courses: The CoE will offer a digital academy program with short-term and long-term courses in advanced and emerging technologies. The courses aim to help the young aspirants deepen their understanding of emerging technologies and acquire practical skills. More upskilling opportunities will be provided in the field of specialized areas such as Java, Data Analytics, SAP, and BFSI for the banking and IT industries.
- Certification programs: The students will have access to industry-recognized Capgemini certification programs and live industry projects to validate their expertise in specific technology domains.
- Mentorship and coaching: The CoE will provide personalized mentorship and coaching to help the employees navigate their career development and skill-building journeys. They will also be offered entrepreneurship support to further ideate and innovate.
- Learning platforms: Capgemini will use cutting-edge learning platforms and digital tools to deliver engaging and interactive learning experiences.
Who Are The Driving Contributors Behind This Collaboration?
This partnership between Capgemini – the global technology and consulting firm and NSEZ is made even stronger with support from SAP, Nasscom Foundation, YES Foundation, SRF Foundation, AADHAAR, EduBridge, and The Innovation Story. This collaboration also aims to incentivize skill development and promote digital literacy in India.
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