- Published on February 16, 2025
- In GCC
How Apprenticeships Are Helping India’s GCCs Face Talent Crunch
By integrating apprenticeship programs into their hiring and talent development strategies, GCCs are not just training employees but shaping the future of work.
- By Shalini Mondal
India has emerged as the epicentre of global transformation through its Global Capability Centres (GCCs), housing more than half of them in the world.
With over 1,700 centres today and projections to surpass 2,975 by FY2024, the demand for a skilled and future-ready workforce has never been greater.
Yet, amid this rapid expansion, a critical challenge looms – bridging the growing skill gap in emerging technologies.
Traditional education systems often struggle to keep pace with industry demands, leaving businesses grappling with a shortage of AI/ML engineers and other specialised professionals.
According to LinkedIn’s Workplace Learning Report 2025, nearly half of learning and talent development professionals face a skills crisis today. Of these, 49% agree that
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Shalini Mondal
Shalini is a senior tech journalist, exploring the latest advancements in AI. When she's not reporting on the latest innovations, you can find her immersed in her next literary adventure.
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