Top 10 most popular courses in 2016: report

Maximum growth was witnessed in technology courses which constituted 70 per cent out of the list of the 10 most popular courses.

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Maximum growth was witnessed in technology courses which constituted 70 per cent out of the list of the 10 most popular courses. (Thinkstock photo)

Technology and English are the most sought after skills in India with maximum growth witnessed in technology courses that constituted 70 per cent out of the list of the 10 most popular courses, followed by programmes teaching English for career advancement, says a report.

Coursera, an online learning platform, has come out with a list of the ‘Most Popular Courses in India of 2016’ based on an analysis of enrollments by Indian users in online courses in 2016. The report mentions that India has the second largest base of online learners after the United States.

As compared to 2015, Coursera saw a 50 per cent increase in the number of registered users with the platform, especially amongst technology learners.

Over the past year, the country has witnessed an uptake of interest in quality, flexible, career-relevant online learning. “The trends revealed today showcase how India’s aspiring professionals are looking for new alternatives to learn skills throughout their careers in order to keep pace with the fast pace of change in business and technology,” the report said.

“Considering, the crucial role played by the IT industry, employing over 13 million people in India, it’s no surprise that seven out of the top 10 online courses in India are technology-focused. Most of our Indian learners see online courses as a way to stand out in a sea of qualified job applicants,” said Nikhil Sinha, Chief Business Officer, Coursera.

“Over the next few years, we predict that online courses and credentials will become extremely common and even requirements to be considered for job roles that need specific skills,” he added.

The 10 most popular courses of 2016 (based on total Indian enrollments) are:

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