Female enrollment in online skill training soars by 101% over 5 years, ET TravelWorld

Internshala Trainings, the leading skilling platform of Internshala, has released a comprehensive report showcasing a remarkable 101 per cent surge in female enrollment in online certification courses over the past five years. This insightful report delves into the evolving landscape of female participation in skill development initiatives, shedding light on the growing enthusiasm and determination of women across India to acquire new competencies in the fast-paced digital era. Notably, in the past year, women accounted for 42.6 per cent of all e-learners.

The report unveils a diverse array of skill preferences among women, with courses in Web Development, Digital Marketing, and Advanced Excel emerging as the most sought-after, constituting 14 per cent, 11 per cent, and 7 per cent of enrollments respectively in the past year. Additionally, there is substantial interest in courses such as Programming with Python, General Aptitude, Financial Modeling and Valuation, Data Science, Human Resource Management, Machine Learning, and UI/UX Design, showcasing a wide diversification of skill sets among female learners.

An insightful analysis of the motivations driving women’s pursuit of online skilling courses reveals nuanced aspirations. While 52 per cent aim to enhance their employability prospects by seeking internships or job opportunities, 32 per cent are driven by a desire to acquire new skills and stay abreast of industry advancements. Moreover, 9 per cent enroll in courses with the specific objective of obtaining certification to validate their abilities and competencies in the competitive job market.

The report also underscores a significant geographical distribution of women participants, with Tier-1 cities like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune, Kolkata, and Chennai leading in enrollments. However, a notable trend emerges as 59 per cent of women enrolling in skill trainings hail from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, underscoring the accessibility of skilling opportunities offered through online learning across urban and rural landscapes.

Of particular interest, the report identifies a surge in women’s enrollment during the summer months of May, June, and July, indicating a proactive utilization of leisure time for self-improvement and skill enhancement. This trend reflects women’s steadfast commitment to personal and professional growth. Additionally, the completion rate of online trainings among women was recorded at 50.4 per cent, with an average of 43 minutes spent on e-learning every day.Commenting on the release of the learning trends report for women e-learners, Sarvesh Agrawal, Founder and CEO, Internshala Trainings, remarked, “The significant increase in women pursuing online certification courses underscores their unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. Women are actively recognizing the value of lifelong learning to keep pace with rapidly advancing industry demands. It is truly inspiring to witness their determination to acquire new skills and adapt to technological advancements and evolving work-specific skills.”