This collaboration with nasscom will enable the university to integrate job-relevant qualifications into its core curriculum.
Raghav Gupta, Managing Director, India and Asia Pacific, Coursera
With skills assuming a central place in the digital economy, India is quickly adapting to the opportunities that lie ahead in a future-ready skilling ecosystem. National Credit Framework (NCrF) Students can now earn credit for all forms of learning, making it easier to switch between academic study and skill-based learning.
Today, in partnership with National Association of Software and Services Companies (nasscom/SSC nasscom), we are pleased to announce that 10 professional certifications from Google and IBM have achieved National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) compliance exclusively on Coursera. This initiative enables a system where universities and employers can offer credit for industry content, further expanding the pathways for learners to pursue skill-based career opportunities in the country. Higher education institutions and students can now transfer credit for eligible professional certifications on Coursera, creating graduates with job-ready digital skills. Coursera’s Learner Outcomes Report 2023 highlights the impact of these programs, with 21% of Indian learners securing a new job after earning an entry-level professional certification and 32% experiencing a salary increase.
“This collaboration with Coursera to align Google and IBM professional certifications with the NSQF framework is a great demonstration of the flexibility and relevance achieved through the National Credit Framework under the NEP. Having big players like Google, IBM and Coursera on board is a strong signal that good policies lead to strong outcomes. Learners will have access to industry-relevant courses on cutting edge technologies and the credits they earn will count towards their degrees. As SSC nasscom, we are committed to building a strong ecosystem and helping all industry and training partners understand how powerful this structure is and incorporate it into their skilling strategies. It benefits learners, potential employers and of course makes business sense.” Kirti Seth, CEO, IT-ITeS Sector Skill Council nasscom;
NSQF-aligned certifications from Google and IBM available on Coursera include:
“Technology is an incredible force that democratizes information — and opportunity — to anyone with curiosity and drive. Google’s skills programs on Coursera are an extension of that ethos, allowing anyone who wants to engage with technology as a practitioner, not just a user — whether in UX, digital marketing, or any other field — to do so without being bound by prior education or experience. It’s only becoming more important for Coursera to make these opportunities broadly available.” Shekar Khosla, vice president, marketing, Google India;
“NSQF alignment of Coursera’s IBM professional certifications is an important step in closing the skills gap in technology and underscores our commitment to providing a high-quality education that meets the evolving demands of industry. We look forward to the positive impact these certifications will have on learners’ job readiness and careers,” said IBM President and CEO, Ian Welch. “NSQF alignment of Coursera’s IBM professional certifications is an important step in closing the skills gap in technology and underscores our commitment to providing a high-quality education that meets the evolving demands of industry. We look forward to the positive impact these certifications will have on learners’ job readiness and careers.” Rav Ahuja, CCO and Global Program Director, IBM Skills Network;
Acharya Institute, Bangalore, Karnataka is integrating Google Data Analytics and IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional certifications into its IT courses, providing students with industry-relevant, hands-on experience to better prepare them for in-demand careers.
“By integrating industry-recognized programs from global leaders like Google and IBM, we are positioning students to get jobs right after graduation. This integration marks a major step forward in aligning our education with the skills employers are looking for.” Dr. Bhagirathi Bai V, Academic Director, Acharya Institute, Bangalore;
We recently introduced new capabilities powered by genAI to scale assessment creation and grading, strengthen academic integrity, and improve the learning and evaluation process. Coursera is also the first online learning platform to receive ACE’s Accredited Instructional Platform designation. These advancements greatly increase the credibility and recognition of online learning, making it easier for universities and employers to award academic credit and professional credentials.
Learn more about ECTS credit recommendations on Coursera here Coursera ACE Credits Recommendation hereFor more information about Coursera for Campus, Coursera.org/Campus.
*NSQF organizes all qualifications according to a series of knowledge, skill and aptitude levels. The levels range from 1 to 10 and are defined based on the learning outcomes that the learner must achieve. The learning outcomes are applicable whether achieved through formal, non-formal or informal learning. These professional qualifications are accredited at NSQF levels 4.5 and 5. The actual credits are determined by universities based on the expected study hours.
