In India, a growing number of Gen Z graduates are realising that a traditional degree alone is no longer enough to break into IT. As companies move to critically embed AI in their functions, they increasingly feel that even AI certifications alone don’t make them employable anymore.
English literature graduate Anjana R Menon found herself in a similar predicament. She pursued an AI certification course alongside her college curriculum, expecting it would help her bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. “You still need problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to explain your thinking,” she told AIM.
For her, the combination of formal education, applied skilling, and interview readiness proved decisive in securing a role. She now works at