Samsung Launches Skilling Program for Future Tech

New Delhi, Apr 24 (PTI) Consumer electronics makes Samsung on Wednesday launched the second cohort of its skilling programme that aims to upskill the youth in future tech domains and enhance their employability.

A Memorandum of Understanding to train 3,500 students across India was signed between Samsung and the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI), according to a company statement.

It said 'Samsung Innovation Campus' is designed to upskill the youth in future-tech domains such as AI, IoT, Big Data, Coding and Programming.

"Samsung Innovation Campus aims to upskill youth aged 18-25 years in future technologies and enhance their employability," it said.

The national toppers from each domain will receive a cash award of INR 1 lakh, along with an opportunity to visit Samsung facilities in Delhi-NCR.

During the programme, participants will receive instructor-led blended classroom and online training through approved training and education partners of ESSCI across the country.