Lifelong Learning
Learning at Ashoka is a lifelong journey, one that supports your growth while strengthening the institution we are building together.
At Ashoka University, learning extends beyond classrooms and formal training; it is woven into how we work, collaborate, and grow together as a community.
Our Learning and Development initiatives are designed to support continuous skill-building, professional growth, and leadership development across roles and career stages. Whether you are deepening functional expertise, expanding managerial capabilities, or exploring new perspectives, you will find learning opportunities that evolve with you.
From role- and team-specific learning sessions to self-paced courses, in-person workshops, and structured certification programmes – including the Ashoka Executive Certificate for Administrators (AECA) – our approach to learning is practical, flexible, and aligned with real workplace needs. Together, these initiatives help strengthen capabilities, enhance job performance, and support long-term career progression at Ashoka.
AshokaX
To support working professionals in managing complex challenges of the 21st century, AshokaX offers Professional Certificates – focused online courses ranging from 4 to 14 weeks – on a first-come, first-served basis.
Centre for Writing and Communication (CWC)
Centre for Writing and Communication at Ashoka University works with diverse sections of the community to enhance critical thinking, writing and communication skills.
Archives of Contemporary India & HDFC Library
As a member of the Ashoka community, you gain access to the Archives of Contemporary India and the HDFC Library, which host primary source materials and an extensive range of print and digital resources.
Interaction with Ashoka Faculty
At Ashoka, you have access to a collaborative and intellectually rich environment where staff and faculty engage beyond formal roles.
Ashoka Executive Certification for Administrators
The Ashoka Executive Certification for Administrators (AECA) allows staff to learn as Ashoka students and earn formal certification, creating recognised pathways for administrative professionals.
Ashokan Dialogues
Ashokan Dialogues is a monthly series that offers the Ashoka community a platform to engage with Ashoka faculty, cutting-edge research, fresh ideas, and impactful work taking place across the University.