Coursera names Ashutosh Gupta as MD – India & Asia Pacific

Coursera, one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, has named Ashutosh Gupta as its new Managing Director for India & Asia Pacific. Gupta, a long-time leader at Coursera, has been instrumental in scaling its business across India, the Middle East, and other regions. In his new role, he will oversee regional growth, deepen partnerships with universities, governments, and enterprises, and drive adoption of Coursera’s learning ecosystem across the Inadia & Asia Pacific markets. With APAC representing one of Coursera’s fastest-growing regions, Gupta’s leadership comes at a critical juncture as demand for online education, reskilling, and upskilling accelerates. His mandate includes expanding access to world-class education and integrating cutting-edge technology, such as AI-driven learning pathways, to serve learners and organizations alike. Gupta’s appointment underscores Coursera’s long-term commitment to the region.