PLANO, Texas, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Simplilearn, a global leader in digital upskilling, announced the launch of Applied Agentic AI: Systems, Design & Impact program, in partnership with Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education. Best suited for product managers, designers, and tech leaders, the program emphasizes planning systems, agent coordination, multi-agent orchestration, and communication protocols. The program combines technical underpinnings with business applications, and will be conducted through live virtual classes (LVC), with access to recordings via Simplilearn’s LMS. Learners will have access to online self-learning (OSL) modules for Microsoft-branded courses. Spanning 10 weeks, the program requires a recommended commitment of six to eight hours per week.

With 24% of executives reporting that AI agents already take independent action in their organizations, it is only expected to rise to 67% by 2027. Moreover, autonomous decision-making is projected to increase from 28% to 57% over the same period. This shift highlights the growing need for structured, applied learning to help professionals understand and build agentic AI systems.

To address this demand, the program has been thoughtfully designed with a practical, hands-on approach. It begins with an optional Python refresher to help learners strengthen their fundamentals and review AI-ready workflows before progressing to core Agentic AI concepts. The course provides exposure to 25+ industry-relevant tools and frameworks, including LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI, n8n, Microsoft Copilot, Hugging Face, LangSmith, Jupyter, Figma, Miro, and more.

Speaking about the program, Mr. Kashyap Dalal, Cofounder and COO of Simplilearn, said, “We are excited to partner with Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education on this forward-looking program to help professionals with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-native world. The program offers an optional Python refresher to review AI-ready procedures before moving on to fundamental Agentic AI ideas. It culminates in hands-on projects to validate learning outcomes. Additionally, through Simplilearn’s Career Support Services, we aim to provide assistance that is integral for job readiness, be it resume reviews, interview preparation, or profile guidance to effectively showcase their Agentic AI skills. We understand the need to continuously evolve with technology and not rely on outdated approaches.”

Learners will earn industry-recognized credentials, including a joint Virginia Tech and Simplilearn digital badge with downloadable certificate of completion, along with Microsoft Learn badges for Microsoft-branded courses. Upon successful completion of the program, learners will also gain access to the Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education alumni community, further strengthening their professional credibility in the AI landscape.

Regarding the partnership with Simplilearn, Shelly Jobst, Director, at Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education, said, “Our commitment to academic excellence remains central to everything we do. Our partnership with Simplilearn reinforces this commitment by combining academic rigor with enterprise-grade AI expertise and an immersive, hands-on learning model. The program delivers a comprehensive learning experience, with in-depth modules designed to build targeted competencies through guided support and structured progression. By integrating learning with real-world project execution, it fosters deeper understanding and enables lasting, practical application.”

40+ live demos, 10+ guided practices, 25+ tools and frameworks, 7 practical course-end projects, and a final capstone project make up the program’s extensive, application-driven curriculum. To help achieve conceptual clarity and practical implementation experience, the program curriculum covers important topics including LLM internals, planning systems, analytics agents, multi-agent orchestration, workflow automation, metrics, GTM, and ROI.

Candidates should be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and possess a fundamental understanding of programming concepts, with a preference for 4+ years of formal work experience

Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors and degree programs to a diverse enrollment of more than 38,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in a comprehensive range of colleges and schools. The university has a significant presence internationally and across Virginia, including Academic Building One and the Institute for Advanced Computing in Alexandria; the Health Sciences and Technology campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

About Simplilearn

Founded in 2010, Simplilearn, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a global leader in digital upskilling, enabling learners across the globe with access to world-class training for individuals and businesses. Simplilearn offers 1,500+ live classes each month across 150+ countries, impacting over 8 million learners worldwide. Its programs are designed and delivered in collaboration with world-renowned universities, top corporations, and leading industry bodies. From early-career professionals to managers, executives, small businesses, and large enterprises, Simplilearn’s role-based, skill-focused, industry-recognized, and globally relevant training programs provide ideal upskilling solutions for diverse career or business goals.

For more information, please visit www.simplilearn.com

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