New Delhi: Coursera, Inc., a global online learning platform, has announced the appointment of Ashutosh Gupta as Managing Director for India and Asia Pacific. In his new role, Gupta will spearhead Coursera’s enterprise strategy across the region, driving collaboration with companies, educational institutions, and governments to empower students, professionals, and citizens with digital and job-relevant skills.
“Ashutosh’s deep experience in the region and his work with mission-driven organizations make him an ideal leader to drive Coursera’s next phase of growth in Asia Pacific,” said Karine Allouche, General Manager, Enterprise, Coursera. “His understanding of public-private partnerships, and track record of scaling regional businesses will be critical as we help institutions across the region navigate rapid change and prepare their communities for an AI-driven future.”
Gupta brings over two decades of leadership experience across India and Southeast Asia, with deep expertise in business growth, digital innovation, and strategic scaling. Prior to joining Coursera, he served as an Operating Partner at Avataar Ventures, where he advised SaaS companies on go-to-market strategies and revenue acceleration across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
He was previously Country Manager for LinkedIn India, where he led marketing solutions across APAC and significantly expanded platform accessibility and regional growth. His earlier stints at Google, Cognizant, and Infosys saw him manage global transformation initiatives and strategic client relationships.
“I’m thrilled to join Coursera at such a pivotal time for the region,” said Ashutosh Gupta. “Asia Pacific, with its large and young population, is at the heart of AI-led transformation. Having worked closely with institutions across the region, I’ve seen the value of trusted, flexible, and job-relevant learning first-hand. I’m excited to build on Coursera’s mission and help more learners unlock opportunity at scale.”
Gupta holds an MBA from IIM Lucknow and a B.Tech from IIT BHU Varanasi.
His appointment comes as Coursera accelerates its presence in Asia Pacific, a region that is witnessing surging demand for micro-credentials, AI-powered tools, and credit-eligible programs. With over 59 million learners and a growing roster of enterprise clients across the region, Coursera is well-positioned to support institutions in building a future-ready workforce equipped to thrive in an evolving digital economy.
