New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- During his time working in the United States, Nikhil Barshikar observed a significant skill gap among professionals. While fresh graduates had a good grasp on theoretical knowledge, they lacked practical skills desired by employers. On the other hand, those with experience had limited upskilling opportunities.

It was always at the back of his head once he moved back to India in 2010. Through Imarticus Learning, the idea was to bridge the gap between education and employment.

"My 18+ years in investment banking and capital markets gave me an insider's view of what skills truly mattered at the workplace. I saw firsthand what separated high performers from average ones and it often wasn't just technical knowledge. Pro...