Online learning platform Coursera names Ashutosh Gupta as the Managing Director for India and the Asia Pacific. In this position, he will oversee the enterprise operations of the company throughout the region, collaborating closely with businesses, educational institutions, and government entities to provide students, citizens, and employees with the necessary skills for the ,digital economy.

Karine Allouche, General Manager, Enterprise, Coursera says, “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. 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 has more than two decades of leadership experience in India and Southeast Asia, with a focus on business growth, digital innovation, and scaling operations.

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Most recently, he served as an Operating Partner at Avataar Ventures, advising SaaS companies on go-to-market strategy and revenue acceleration across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

Before that, he was the Country Manager for LinkedIn India and led LinkedIn Marketing Solutions’ mid-market and SMB business across APAC. He has also held senior roles at Google, Cognizant, and Infosys, leading global transformation programs and managing strategic client relationships.

“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, and I’m excited to build on Coursera’s mission and help more learners unlock opportunity at scale,” Ashutosh says.

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His appointment comes at a critical time as the edtech platform deepens its presence in Asia Pacific, where demand for industry-aligned micro-credentials, AI-powered tools, and credit pathways is accelerating.