VIT Chennai ME AI & ML: Course in another institution & career prospects

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Ans: As a third-year AI/ML student aiming for strong campus and off-campus placement readiness, targeted certifications and diplomas can bridge skill gaps in programming, algorithms, and domain specializations. Leading options include the six-month Professional Certificate in Generative AI and Machine Learning by E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur, and the six-month AI and Machine Learning Certification by E&ICT Centre, IIT Kharagpur, featuring PhD-led faculty, integrated labs, and hands-on projects in deep learning and NLP; the 11-month Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Data Science from IIIT Bangalore provides specializations in NLP, Deep Learning, Data Engineering, BI Analytics, dual alumni status, and dedicated career assistance with mock interviews and capstone projects; the Certificate Programme in Machine Learning at IIT Roorkee spans supervised and unsupervised learning, neural networks, computer vision, and MLOps in a flexible schedule; IIT Madras’ online M.Tech in AI marries evening classes with practical lab-based projects applicable to industry contexts; and IIT Kanpur’s Python for AI ML certificate sharpens coding expertise. These programs are NBA/NIRF-recognized, industry-aligned, and backed by active placement cells offering placement assistance and internship pipelines. Complement with AWS and GCP ML certifications, Kaggle projects, AI hackathons, and soft-skills workshops to build a strong profile for placements.

Recommendation: Enrol in a six-month PhD-led certification (IIT Kanpur Generative AI or IIIT Bangalore Data Science), complete core modules in Python, ML, DL, NLP, MLOps, and finish two capstone projects on GitHub by December. Pursue AWS/GCP ML certificates, join two AI hackathons, and attend university soft-skills and mock-interview workshops. Update your resume and LinkedIn weekly, engage alumni mentors biweekly, and apply to 30 on-campus and 20 off-campus AI roles by April next year. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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