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  • IIM Mumbai Unveils Plans for INR800 Crore State-of-the

    Mumbai, September 6, 2024: On its Foundation Day, IIM Mumbai has announced an investment of INR 800 crores for its campus enhancement project. This significant investment will help towards modernizing and developing state-of-the-art facilities on the campus. The initiative comes on the heels of the institute’s rapid ascent to the 6th position in national rankings within a year of its establishment.

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    To mark Teachers’ Day, Mr. Shashi Kiran Shetty, Chairman, Board of Governance, IIM Mumbai and Founder and Chairman, Allcargo Group, inaugurated the commencement of the new facilities, underscoring the institute’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence. Mr. Shetty emphasized the institute’s dedication to providing students with an optimal environment for exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology.

    Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Shashi Kiran Shetty, Chairman, Board of Governance, IIM Mumbai and Founder and Chairman, Allcargo Group said, “This occasion will go down in the history of IIM Mumbai as a key milestone which marks the journey of this premier institute towards becoming one of the best B-schools in the world. The initiative to upgrade the campus is a part of our goal to develop a 21st century infrastructure capable of exceeding the global standards. Thanks to the prestigious IIM tag and the strategic location of the campus in Mumbai, the institute has started attracting faculty and students across the world. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, excellent faculty and best-in-class pedagogy, IIM Mumbai will emerge as the best management institute in the world, producing best in quality leadership and entrepreneurship.”

    The forthcoming facilities will include sprawling net zero campus of the future with world class residential accommodation for faculty & students, startup eco system development, Management Development Programs and large auditorium. Additionally, the facility will include an Innovation Center focused on banking, finance, and fintech, an AI-based research hub, and a state-of-the-art library connecting students with global resources. The campus will host a prominent Management Training Center, offering certification courses and serving as a focal point for industry leaders.

    Formerly known as NITIE, IIM Mumbai has a strong legacy in industrial and engineering education. Since its transition to an IIM, the institute’s climb to 6th position this year in national rankings underscores the benefits of this change. Situated in India’s financial hub, IIM Mumbai is a significant development for the mega city.

    Prof. Manoj K Tiwari, Director, IIM Mumbai, shared insights into the institute’s future direction, highlighting the introduction of new courses benefitting students and professionals. He also mentioned multiple partnerships with Indian and international communities, aimed at enriching the mission of knowledge sharing and global engagement.

    Established in 1963 as NITIE, this institution has become a cornerstone of management education in India. A 65-acre campus surrounded by scenic landscapes with lakes on three sides, the institute hosts more than 1,200 students and is ranked among India’s top B-schools. The leadership of Mr. Shashi Kiran Shetty, Chairman of IIM Mumbai’s Board of Governors, and Prof. Manoj K Tiwari, Director, has been instrumental in advancing Logistics and Supply Chain Management and supporting the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. Known for its industry-aligned educational programs, IIM Mumbai contributes to national policies, reflecting the vision of Naya Bharat.

    “We are confident that this project will continue to receive strong support from leading companies through their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. It is poised to set new benchmarks in educational infrastructure, fully aligning with IIM Mumbai’s vision of becoming a global leader in innovation and sustainable development. This effort underscores the respected role of Indian leadership in driving progress not only within the country but also on the world stage.” Added Mr Shetty.

  • Makoons Play School Honors Teachers with Heartfelt

    New Delhi, 06th September 2024 – Makoons Play School, a well-known brand in early childhood education, recently all of its branches enthusiastically observed Teachers’ Day to commemorate the commitment and efforts of its teachers. The occasion was a moving homage to the educators who are so important in shaping the minds of young children, cultivating their curiosity, and helping them grow up.

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    Parents, teachers, and students across all Makoons’ branches came together to show their appreciation. Children created decorations for their classrooms to bring a handmade element to the festivities. To express their gratitude, the younger students wrote songs, poetry, and skits with the assistance of their teachers. The affection and respect that their kids showed for them was evident in the teachers’ grins.

    In addition to the in-class events, each branch organised special celebrations to mark the occasion. During the gathering, teachers were given small presents and beautifully made cards as signs of appreciation. Parents played a significant role in the festivities, sharing heartfelt testimonies about the positive impact Makoons’ educators had on their children.

    The Makoons Play School management expressed their profound appreciation to the instructors and recognised their ongoing dedication to providing exceptional early childhood education. They emphasised how important teachers are in creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning and that Makoons is a special place where children may grow and thrive because of the instructors’ passion and dedication.

    “The teachers are the cornerstone of our institution,” stated Mr Vijay Kumar Agarwal, Founder and CEO of Makoons Group of Schools, in reflection on the day. “Every day, their dedication and passion for teaching motivate us. On Teachers’ Day, we have the unique chance to honour their achievements and highlight the positive impact they have on the everyday lives of our young learners.”

    Everyone left feeling proud of and grateful for the amazing work that teachers do as the celebrations came to an end on a high note. Makoons Play School is still dedicated to helping its teachers and creating an atmosphere where children and teachers can grow.

  • Auckland University of Technology Launches Australasia’s F

    India,2024: Auckland University of Technology (AUT) has announced the launch of a pioneering summer school course, Taylor Swift: Communications Professional, marking Australasia’s first university-level course with the global pop icon. Offered by AUT’s School of Communication Studies, the course will critically analyse Taylor Swift’s 18-year career through the lens of modern communications disciplines.

    Senior lecturer Rebecca Trelease (Te Āti Haunui a Pāpārangi) highlighted Swift’s mastery of communication as a driving force behind her media success. “Throughout her career, Taylor Swift has demonstrated excellence in lyrics, music, and a curated image of a pop culture phenomenon,” said Trelease. “What must also be examined is Swift’s prowess as a communications professional, the backbone to curating and maintaining her career in the media.”

    The new course comes on the heels of overwhelming interest in Swiftposium, an academic conference held in February 2024 to critically examine Swift’s global impact. The conference, co-funded by AUT and partner universities in Australia, drew immense attention from both high-school students and fans alike, reflecting the singer’s widespread influence.

    The Taylor Swift: Communications Professional course will allow students to learn and apply communications theory to Swift’s body of work. From analysing her visual and audio content to critiquing her branding strategies, the course offers students a unique opportunity to understand communication principles through the lens of a globally dominant figure in pop culture.

    “This course is for everyone – from high school students eager for a head start on university study, to established professionals looking to expand their knowledge,” added Trelease. “We’re thrilled to offer a course that reflects the cultural relevance of Taylor Swift while equipping students with the tools to analyse and apply communication strategies in their own careers.”

    The course will run from November 18 to December 13, coinciding with Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday, and will be held three days a week at AUT’s City Campus. If there is enough interest, AUT may also offer the course online to cater to students who are unable to attend in person.

  • Naquasia Hereford’s New Book American Assessment

    Naquasia Hereford’s New Book American Assessment

    Brooklyn, NY, September 06, 2024 — Fulton Books author Naquasia Hereford, who was born and raised in Brooklyn and has had a love of writing for as long as she can remember, has completed her most recent book, “American Assessment”: a thought-provoking work that breaks away from traditional reading formats by presenting content in the form of a multiple-choice test, designed to stimulate critical thinking and challenge preconceived notions.

    In “American Assessment,” readers will discover an interactive intellectual exercise that encourages them to question the validity of the information they have been given and to explore alternative perspectives. The book’s unique format allows readers to select answers based on their own discernment rather than relying solely on what they have been taught or told.

    “‘American Assessment’ is modeled after a multiple-choice test and encourages critical thinking with the option to choose the answer based on your own discernment and not just solely based on the information you were given or what you were told or taught to be true,” writes Hereford. “My goal for this project is to challenge everything we were told or taught and to also encourage the collective to consider the source from which they have received the information from or if there may be another standpoint that may be beneficial to be analyzed before reaching a hypothesis.”

  • Teaching- A Noble Profession in Search of radhakrishnan

    prof PB SharmaBy – Prof PB Sharma

    5th September 2024: There can be no two opinions that education is the strongest pillar of civic society and a profound empowerment to individuals to lead a life of dignity and honour in service of the nation and humanity at large. It is for this reason that from ancient times till today, great importance is attached to educating our children and grooming them as noble citizens of the global world. The teachers being at the center of this noble profession command great respect both from the student community as well as the society as a whole for the invaluable service they render to their students and to the organization, the school, a college, or a university to which they belong. Some of their students attain great glory and emerge as Nobel Laureates, Heads of State, outstanding university leaders, great globally renowned academics, and researchers of eminence. eminent lawyers, great administrators, outstanding innovators, highly successful entrepreneurs, and the list goes on to include all those to attain name fame and glory in their respective professions.

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    Great Satisfaction that the Teachers Draw:

    The great satisfaction that the teachers draw is not from what they have achieved for themselves but from what their students whom they groomed have achieved in their lives. It is for this reason that the position of a teacher, the Aacharya has been revered as a Guru and has been kept at the highest pedestal of reverence in our Vedic Sanatan Sanskriti that respected teachers as the Gurus and equated them to no less than God Almighty.

    Rightly said so in the Sanatan Vedic Sanskriti:

    गुरू ब्रह्मा, गुरू विष्णु गुरू देवो महेश्वरा ; गुरू साक्षात परब्रह्म, तस्मै श्री गुरुवे नमः ।

    Such a high reverence and respect of the society at large therefore demanded the teaching profession to be one of the noblest professions and teachers to be the noblest citizens in the society who were ordained with the highest levels of knowledge, highly enriched wisdom, and above all abundance of Aatmiyata with which they connected with their students and served them with a spirit of sacrifice and spared no efforts what so ever to groom them as the noblest citizens of the world. Naturally the mentors, the teachers themselves are to be the noblest persons in the society whose depth of knowledge, conduct, and character glows eminence of integrity and righteousness that impacts the humanity at large. It is this nobility of the teachers that is celebrated as the National Teachers Day on 5th September each year in India, the Bharat to pay our great respect to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a great teacher of global eminence who taught and researched here in India and also abroad and rose to the highest position of great honour as the founder Vice Chancellor of Andhra University and also as the Vice Chancellor of BHU Varanasi and President of Association of Indian Universities, AIU. Prof Radhakrishnan became the second President of India and was awarded Bharat Ratna, the highest honour that the nation bestows upon persons of great nobility. This is also a day to pay our utmost respect to our great teachers such as Guru Vashishtha, Maharishi Viswamitra, Maharishi Bharatdwaj, Guru Dronacharya, Maharishi Patanjali, Maharishi Charak, Aadi Sankaracharya and the great teachers of the modern scientific era who made the humanity proud of their nobility, simplicity and service with the spirit of sacrifice to leave behind a legacy of teaching eminence in service of the humanity and Mother Nature.

    Nobility of Teachers:

    Teachers’ nobility is to be seen in terms of their ‘service with the spirit of sacrifice’, with unclenching integrity with which they conduct themselves and sincerity of purpose, and above all their simplicity of personal life and the glow of eminence with a caring touch of their Aatmiyata infinite. The nobility of the teaching profession needs to be reflected in the nobility of its teachers and in turn the glittering glow of eminence of the educational ecosystem should inspire the learners to engage in the pursuit of education and research with utmost sincerity and unconditional commitment to the pursuit of excellence, that later in professional life is to be reflected as the Bhagwat Gita says in “Yoga Karmeshu Koshalam”

    Overriding Career Concerns have eroded the Nobility of the Teaching Profession:

    But over the last few decades, the noble profession of teaching has become more career-centric, than the thrust on nobility, simplicity, and integrity that were the hallmark of this great noble profession from the time immemorial. The noble profession of teachers is today in search of nobility that the education system so much requires in abundance today as the new age of intense technology integration in all aspects of human life including the world of learning, the world of work and the world of administration and governance requires people of great capabilities who possess with pride and practice with pleasure the nobility integrated with integrity and sincerely and commit themselves to give their very best to their student disciples and shape them as the noble citizens of the new world that is in the making on the strength of the ingenuity of human mind, artificial intelligence of machines and deep data analytics supported decision making systems that are creating a teaching learning environment to give rise to translation of the novelty of ideas to great thought power and science and technology prowess for the humanity to sove with certainty the current and future mega challenges and create a blissful habitat for the vast humanity, now that the world community has risen to the great realization that we belong to One World, One Family and have Common Future, akin to the clarion calls of the Vedic Spiritual Civilization of Bharat that proclaimed the whole world as “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”.

    My warmest Greetings on Teachers Day. Let the nobility of the teaching profession continue to inspire us to uphold the teaching profession in the highest esteem for its nobility and unconditional service to society and Mother Nature.

    The Author Prof PB Sharma is an eminent academician, past President of Association of Indian Universities, AIU, Founder and Vice Chancellor of DTU and RGPV, former Professor of IIT Delhi and Vice Chancellor of Amity University Gurugram.

    The views expressed are the personal views of the author.

  • Pacific D21 Mall Dwarka Celebrates Teacher’s Day wi

    New Delhi, 5th September 2024: Pacific D21 Mall, Dwarka, in collaboration with Daakroom, successfully celebrated Teacher’s Day on the theme “Thank You, Dear Teacher.” The event witnessed an enthusiastic response from visitors coming together to express their gratitude towards their teachers through creative letter writing and meaningful activities.

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    The two-day event saw participants indulge in various activities designed to honour and celebrate the invaluable contributions of teachers. Attendees wrote letters to their favourite teachers, crafted personalized bookmarks, and engaged in magnet design and letter colouring sessions.

    A special highlight of the celebration was the signature analysis session conducted by Nidhi Gupta, a renowned calligraphist and handwriting expert.

    Reflecting on the event’s success, Abhishek Bansal, Executive Director of Pacific Group, said, “The value of teachers in shaping our lives is immeasurable, and this event was a heartfelt tribute to their notable contributions. Through creative and meaningful activities, we aimed to provide visitors with a platform to express their gratitude and acknowledge teachers’ profound impact on our lives.”

    As a special gesture, each participant received a special magnet, beautifully designed with a Teacher’s Day theme, to appreciate their participation in the event. The atmosphere was filled with creativity, joy, and a strong sense of community as everyone came together to celebrate the spirit of teaching.

  • Y-combinator backed Skill-Lync to launch 30 free engineering courses to train 30k students in India

    5th September 2024: India produces 25% of the world’s engineering graduates each year, yet it consistently ranks low in engineering quality and employability. This issue has persisted over recent decades. To address the industry skill gap, Y-Combinator-backed edtech startup Skill-Lync has announced that it will launch 30 free courses over the next six months. This initiative aims to provide invaluable resources to over 30,000 Indian engineers, helping them enhance their skills and knowledge at no cost.

    These courses will address the lack of quality and application-based learning in the Indian undergraduate engineering education system. These free courses will be of CATIA v5, CFD Simulation using SolidWorks, MBD using SolidWorks, FEA using SolidWorks, How Electric Vehicles Work, Modelling an Electric Vehicle using MATLAB and Simulink, and Model-Based Development for ADAS. In the upcoming weeks, Skill-Lync will release additional courses, including AutoCAD for Mechanical Engineers, AutoCAD for Civil Engineers, MATLAB Essentials, Simulink Essentials, and many more.

    The ideal target age group for these courses is engineers aged 20-35 years, but they will also be valuable for anyone pursuing engineering or for working professionals in the engineering field. Each course is free of charge, originally costs between ₹20,000 to ₹40,000, providing significant savings for participants.

    Skill-Lync focuses on addressing the challenge of employable engineering talent within the country by providing a platform that offers practical, mentor-led, project-based training to engineering students. The company offers a range of online courses and training programs on several topics such as product design, simulation, and manufacturing. These programs are designed to help equip students with the practical skills and industry-specific knowledge required to excel in the engineering industry

    “Our mission at Skill-Lync has always been to bridge the skill gap in the engineering industry by providing accessible, high-quality education. With the launch of these 30 free courses, we aim to empower over 30,000 students by equipping them with the practical skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers. We believe this initiative will make a significant impact on the engineering community, helping to foster innovation and drive growth in the industry.” said Suryanarayanan P, Co-Founder and CEO, Skill Lync.

    As global companies, both large and small, increasingly rely on technological advancements, the demand for highly skilled engineers is sharply rising. However, there is a noticeable gap between the traditional engineering curriculum and the skills required by the industry, highlighting a significant disconnect between industry expectations and the capabilities of engineering graduates.

    This series of free courses will cover a wide range of topics across various engineering disciplines, ensuring that every student and professional can find something that suits their needs. To date, Skill-Lync has successfully launched three beginner-friendly courses specifically designed for mechanical engineers, and the platform is committed to expanding its offerings to include more diverse subjects in the coming months.

    To further support its learners, the startup will offer certificates of completion for all courses. These certificates will serve as a testament to the skills acquired and can be a valuable addition to any engineer’s professional portfolio.

    All courses will be available on Skill-Lync’s YouTube channel for a lifetime, ensuring that learners can access them at their convenience and pace. We encourage all interested students and professionals to subscribe to our channel and stay tuned for more updates.

    Skill-Lync is dedicated to providing industry-relevant and job-leading courses for engineering students and graduates. It offers courses in mechanical, electrical, civil, and computer science engineering domains, catering to students in India and abroad.

  • Empowering Education on Teachers’ Day with ViewSonic

    Empowering Education on Teachers' Day with ViewSonicThe ViewBoard IFP105S serves as a valuable asset for teachers boasting a large 105″ 5K screen with a wide 21:9 aspect ratio. This setup improves multitasking and teamwork in class. With its smooth video call features, precise writing feel, Ultra Fine Touch Technology, and easy wireless screen sharing it allows teachers to create lessons that grab students’ attention. The IFP105S comes with two USB-C ports helping teachers work more so they can concentrate on their main job—teaching and motivating students. The IFP seamlessly integrates with myViewBoard software, enabling teachers to deliver interactive lessons effortlessly. This compatibility ensures a smooth and engaging teaching and learning experience, enhancing collaboration in the classroom

    The 24″ Touch Monitor comes with a MPP2.0 Active Pen which plays a key role in helping teachers create an engaging classroom experience. Its PCAP (Projected Capacitive) touch technology is helpful in enabling accurate and quick touch input, so that it becomes easy for the instructors to interact with digital materials. The monitor’s design is focused on comfort and flexibility boosting efficiency during class time. It offers educators with an expanded Windows Ink workspace to support lively digital writing and creative projects, making it ideal for interactive lessons and classroom tasks. This monitor works with any device that uses Microsoft Pen Protocol making it a valuable tool for educators

  • HP collaborates with NVIDIA to launch high-performance PCs for students in India

    HP collaborates with NVIDIA to launch high-performance PCs for students in IndiaNew Delhi, September 04th, 2024:  HP has unveiled its new Victus Special Edition laptops, tailored for students. These PCs are equipped with the powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 3050A 4GB Laptop GPUs, making them ideal for a wide range of tasks. Whether students are engaged in data analysis, creating design projects, or indulging in popular games, the HP Victus Special Edition PCs are built to deliver a great experience.

    The design and functionality of the HP Victus Special Edition laptops are driven by HP’s understanding of the diverse requirements of today’s students. These PCs are equipped with GeForce RTX 3050 A 4GB graphics, making them great for a wide range of demanding tasks.

    “We are excited to introduce the HP Victus Special Edition laptops, crafted to empower students in India with the performance and versatility they need for both academic and recreational pursuits. By partnering with NVIDIA, we can deliver a powerful and immersive computing experience. This launch is a testament to our unwavering commitment to the Indian market and our mission to equip the next generation of innovators with the tools they need to excel,” said Vineet Gehani, Senior Director – Personal Systems, HP India.

    “Students need innovative, advanced computing tools that can boost academic and creative excellence while increasing productivity. The dedicated NVIDIA GPUs with AI Tensor Cores inside these HP Victus laptops help unlock captivating visuals and creative possibilities, empowering India’s students to shape the future,” said Vishal Dhupar, Managing Director, Asia-South, NVIDIA.

    HP Victus 16: High-Performance Productivity and Gaming

    The new HP Victus Special Edition laptops deliver high performance for a varied range of activities. They come with 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A 4GB Laptop GPUs for strong performance. Elevated through OMEN Dynamic Power, users can enable the flexibility for schoolwork, content creation and entertainment.

    • Play with Ray Tracing and AI: NVIDIA GeForce RTX is the most advanced platform for ray tracing and AI technologies that are changing the way users play and create. Over 600 top games and applications use RTX to deliver realistic graphics, fast performance, and AI features like DLSS that boost performance.
    • Work and Play Hard: With a 15.6-inch screen, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A 4GB Laptop GPU and up to 16 GB system RAM, users will experience quick load times, great gaming performance and creator capabilities.
    • Seamless productivity: Weighing 2.29kg, the new HP Victus comes with a full-size, backlit keyboard with a numeric keypad.
    • Clear visuals: Every pixel is rendered on up to a FHD 144Hz display with a 7ms response time for true-to-life visuals.
    • Chill Out: HP Victus now features HP’s robust OMEN Tempest Cooling solution as well as an IR thermopile sensor to accurately manage temperatures.
    • Peace of Mind: With 70WHR battery backup, this PC is crafted for long usage.

    The new HP Victus Special Edition laptops will enable free-of-cost access to HP Gaming Garage, an online professional certificate program on esports management and game development. Access the page here: Esports Management and Game Development Professional Certificate | edX.

    Pricing & Availability:

    The HP Victus Special Edition laptop is available in HP World Stores, HP Online stores and multi brand outlets.

    Consumers can purchase a HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 headset, the purchase of HP Victus Special Edition laptops from HP World Stores, HP Online stores and multi brand outlets.

  • 83% of Gen Z’s Upskilling to Secure New Job Opportunities, shows- Simplilearn Learner Data

    Bangalore, India, 04th September 2024: Simplilearn, the world’s leading online bootcamp for digital skills, has compiled valuable insights regarding Generation Z individuals aged 18-27. This study showed a significant trend towards upskilling with a strong focus on securing new job opportunities in the tech sector. The data collected from over 10,000 participants highlighted critical insights into the upskilling behaviors and motivations among the younger workforce.

    India has the world’s most significant number of Gen Z youth, with over 600 million people under 28. It is estimated that upskilling could bring over 100 million young Indians into the workforce. This would boost GDP and help India achieve its goal of reaching a $4 trillion economy, further attributing Gen Z as the present and future workforce. By 2030, 30% of the global workforce will comprise Gen Z’s.

    The findings show that Gen Z is actively improving their skills to meet the changing demands of the job market, especially in the growing tech industry. This proactive approach aligns with overall economic trends focused on digital transformation and innovation across sectors.

    Key Insights include:

    • Gender Breakdown: 70% of those upskilling are male, and 30% are female
    • Educational Background: Approximately 66% of those upskilling hold bachelor’s degrees, indicating a solid foundation in formal education before upskilling
    • Sector Distribution: Nearly 60% of learners are currently employed in the IT sector, and 40% engaged in various non-IT industries
    • Upskilling Objectives: 83% of Gen Z individuals are upskilling to secure better job opportunities, demonstrating that they are taking proactive steps to advance their careers
    • Course Preferences: Among the most enrolled courses, data science and business analysis led with 35.3%, followed by AI and machine learning at 33.9% and cybersecurity at 20.2%, reflecting a strong preference for technology-focused disciplines essential to current and future job markets
    • Funding: Notably, 91% of learners have self-funded their upskilling initiatives, demonstrating a high level of personal investment in career development.

    Sharing thoughts on the data, Mr. Kashyap Dalal, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Simplilearn, said, “Gen Z’s impact on today’s workforce comes from their digital proficiency, fresh perspectives, and relentless focus on upskilling. As a digital native generation who has grown up with a high exposure to technology, they find it easy to pick up digital tools and new ways of working. They do not have the baggage of set ways of doing things and this allows them to look at business problems afresh, without constraints and in the context of new technologies available. It is great to see our Gen Z generation upskilling in large numbers, taking proactive steps to build the career they want, and adding value to their workplaces.”

    As technology reshapes industries and job roles, professionals prioritize continuous learning and skill enhancement to succeed in the digital economy. Simplilearn remains committed to empowering professionals with the skills they need to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving job market.