Our story
NITO started with a presentation that bombed.
I was a Director at American Express, presenting a digital transformation plan to a room of senior leaders. The idea wasn’t wrong.
I just hadn’t thought it through deeply enough — and the room knew it before I did.
After it cleared, I went back to the leaders who had pushed back hardest and asked them what was missing. They were honest. The thinking wasn’t deep enough. I hadn’t anticipated the questions the plan would raise, hadn’t stress-tested the assumptions. That feedback stung. It was also the most useful thing anyone said to me that year.
So I went to work on it — not for a quarter, for years. Five on communication alone, rebuilt dimension by dimension. Three on strategic thinking, several more on leadership and influencing. Over the next decade those skills did more for my career than any qualification I held, and eventually took me to Chief Marketing Officer of TD Bank Canada.
Which left me with a question I couldn’t put down. Why did I have to piece this together on my own? Why is there no structured program for the skills that actually decide whether a career goes anywhere?
Then AI arrived and made the question urgent. The technical skills everyone invests in are the ones going obsolete fastest. The human ones — thinking, communicating, influencing, leading — are the ones that survive. Almost nobody is being taught them on purpose.
NITO is my answer to that question.
Abhijeet Rege
Ex-CMO, TD Bank Canada
American Express
IIM Lucknow
20 years in North America
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Years in Education
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The NITO blueprint
Five skill domains.
People
Communication, collaboration, emotional intelligence.
Thinking
Critical thinking, strategic thinking, problem-solving.
Leadership
Leading, Influencing & Managing Teams
Mindset
Resilience, growth mindset, adaptability.
Technology & AI Fluency
Practical AI usage, AI for specific roles.
Where the curriculum came from
None of this was
invented in a boardroom.
Every NITO program traces back to something that was practised, tested and written down long before it became a course. Here’s where three of them started.
2010–2016 · American Express
Six years working alongside Howard Grosfield, watching how he took problems apart — questions before answers, unrelated pieces connected into a picture. Every weekend I wrote down what I’d observed. Those notes ran to years.
Became the Strategic Thinking course
A decade of deliberate practice
After that presentation, I spent five years rebuilding how I communicate — structure, listening, storytelling, presence — one dimension at a time. Not a workshop. A rebuild, the way an athlete rebuilds a stroke.
Became Effective Communication
A nine-hour flight to Europe
I sat next to a psychologist finishing her PhD. We talked about conflict for most of the flight. Her method was two steps: assume good intentions, and arrive with curiosity instead of a conclusion. By the time we landed I knew it belonged in the curriculum.
Became the Collaboration & Conflict module
How we work
What NITO won’t do.
In a category full of overpromising, what an institute refuses to do tells you more than what it claims.
We don't sell recordings
Every session is live, with a trainer watching you. You cannot learn these skills by watching someone else use them.
We don't promise placements
We build skills that make you employable. Anyone guaranteeing you a job is selling you something else.
We don't run 50-person batches
If you don’t speak and get feedback in every single session, it isn’t training. Batches stay small on purpose.
We don't teach what we haven't practised
Every module comes from someone who has actually done the thing — hired, led, presented, negotiated, built.
The group behind NITO
Three times in 35 years,
we’ve taught it First.
NITO isn’t a first attempt. It’s the third time this group has built training for a skill India needed before the market had noticed it needed it.
1990
The first institute in the country to teach graphics, animation and multimedia — years before the industry that would hire those students existed.
Today: UI/UX and graphic design, taught largely online.
2003
Founded to “discover and develop the designer in you” — the first institute preparing Indian students for design degree entrances, when almost nobody treated design as a serious career.
Today: India's leader in NID, NIFT, NATA, CEED and UCEED coaching.
2026
The first comprehensive future-skills institute in India — building the human and cognitive skills that decide careers in the AI age, structured as a real curriculum rather than content.
Today: Four live programs, twenty planned across five skill domains.
What we’re building
One question, held against everything.
“Does this make someone more confident in their career?”
Every session, every trainer, every module is measured against that single question. Not how much content we covered. Not how many people enrolled. Whether someone walked out more capable than they walked in.
35+
Years in education
31
Centres Pan India
1L+
Students trained
4.9/5
Google rating (338+)
Ash
1 month ago
I really enjoyed the AI classes. They helped me understand AI in a simple and interesting way. I learned many useful skills that I can apply to my studies and future projects.
Melanie Dias
1 month ago
The class was really interesting and fun to learn. I got to understand the basics of AI, Generative AI, and how to write good prompts. The practical activities made the class more engaging and easy to understand. Overall, it was a useful experience and I learned a lot from it. Thanks Ayushi ma'am.
Ratika D'Cunha
1 month ago
A practical and well-structured AI course with
clear explanations,
hands-on activities,
and useful AI tools
that make learning engaging and applicable to real-world professional needs.
Krisha Zaveri
1 month ago
It was really a nice experience of learning AI. I learnt many AI tools. Thank you 😊
shreya dubey
1 month ago
it was a great experience... the faculty was friendly and helpful.... i really enjoyed the course
Anurag
4 months ago
It was a great experience to get to learn so much about AI. The faculty is very good and I had fun learning about different AI and their uses
The communication class was also fabulous. I got to learn about my flaws and gained more confident. I learned the importance of listening, impact speech and overall I learnt many new things about communication
Om Sengupta
4 months ago
I loved this course. The personalized attention was really a plus and helped me really show how to develop my public speaking skills.
Tanishka Mohile
4 months ago
Very good course,creates a comfortable environment and encourages interactions among peers.
Shruti Ratnaparkhe
4 months ago
I can absolutely see a big change in me in terms of confidence and the way of talking to people . This class has helped me a lot to express myself through the way I want . It has helped think and observe more and on specific things, it has taught me the impact of listening and communicating with people.
Ankit Hazra
4 months ago
Perfect way to know about AI! Specially the communication class was really helpful like it really made me feel confident. Now I am confident enough to present something or talk in meeting and stuff so yeah thanks a lot..
asmi
4 months ago
I really enjoyed the AI course. The sessions were very practical and simplified complex concepts, making them easy to understand. I especially liked the hands-on assignments. Very informative and engaging sessions! The instructor was great at explaining AI ethics and prompt engineering. It’s a solid course! also the Effective Communication Skills course... This training pair has hands-on techniques with advanced communication frameworks, sharpening my ability to deliver, and practice active listening. The combination bridges the gap between technical skills and clear, empathetic communication.
Saurabh K. Gangurde
4 months ago
Had such an amazing experience. There were so many tools to work on which I wasn't familiar with and working with them was a cup of tea as I was guided and instructed well by the staff and the teachers. Ai is a massive requirement in the future to enhance your work and stand out and I really am fortune for Nito Ai cources that they are taking the initiative and efforts in helping us learn at an early age. The all five star review might feel exaggerated but you never know until you've tried it for you. I really thank you a lot.
I had also joined their Effective Communication Course, Nito Andheri. If I have to describe the course in one word, it would be Transformative. I've learnt to not only improve my skills and confidence as a speaker but also as a listener. The staff, management and the course is top notch. I definitely recommend joining to explore and improve the best version of yourselves!
Netra
4 months ago
The AI session was very informative and engaging. I learned about several useful AI tools and their practical applications. The teacher was highly interactive, supportive, and encouraging, making the learning experience enjoyable and easy to follow. Overall, it was a great and valuable session.
Liann George
5 months ago
The course was very informative and useful! We learned a lot of new skills on various AI platforms and I personally have gained a lot of confidence in using these tools. The faculty was super friendly, patient and amazing as well! Very happy with my experience!!
Aaniya dayma
5 months ago
My experience with Nito AI was truly amazing. It was a great learning journey where I got to explore many new AI tools and creative ideas. The faculty was very supportive, knowledgeable, and always ready to help, which made the learning process even better. The AI tools provided were extremely helpful and easy to understand, making the sessions both interesting and practical Overall, it was a wonderful experience that improved my knowledge and skills in AI.
Saee yadav
6 months ago
I recently completed an AI course and it was a really great experience! The content was well-structured, easy to understand, and covered both basics and practical concepts. I especially liked how it made complex topics simple and engaging.
This course helped me build confidence in understanding AI and how it’s used in real life. The learning approach was smooth, and I genuinely enjoyed the process.
I would definitely recommend everyone to try this course at least once if you’re interested in learning AI. It’s a great step towards the future! 🚀
Swaraj Shinde
8 months ago
In this ai course i enjoyed a lot,i had great experience,also learn a lot things which are helpfull in my daily life and also in studies,Aaushi ma'am who was our teacher was very supportive and friendly with all of us.Thank you NITO !
Dristi Mehta
8 months ago
I really liked the AI in Design class. The best part was learning how to use AI as a creative tool to get new ideas and try different styles. It was very exciting to see how quickly designs could be made and then improved using our own creativity. The practical examples made the class fun and easy to understand. This class made me more interested in mixing technology with design in the future.
Bhargav Sharmad
8 months ago
great experience... learned a lot, really nice faculties
Ayesha Khan
8 months ago
Came in thinking “AI basics, let’s see what this is about” and walked out realising I was missing out on a whole new way of thinking.
The sessions were clear, practical, and honestly eye-opening. Prompt engineering especially changed how I look at AI and it’s not just tech, it’s communication.
Didn’t know I needed this clarity until I got it. Grateful for the learning and the experience!
Cats Areawesome
8 months ago
Fun class, good for beginning, exploring and discussing. Tutorials were intuitive, however incredibly rudimentary in nature.
Mahek Shah
8 months ago
This AI course is truly very good and helpful for every student. My experience has been excellent, and I have learned many useful things throughout the course. The Mam who thaught us was very sweet, supportive, and friendly, which makes the learning environment comfortable and enjoyable. Overall, my experience has been amazing, and I would definitely recommend these classes to others who are interested in learning about AI.
Saanvi Rao
8 months ago
Great Experience! Got a lot to learn about AI which is so much important during this transition period. Different tools, How to use them, Uses and misuses of AI, how to write a clear and efficient prompt and many more were taught. The class was smooth with teacher being so sweet, cordial and friendly. Must try for improving your creativity in future. It will help you to stand out from others.
Madhura Bhake
8 months ago
NITO AI course really helped me understand AI in a simple, practical way—bilkul beginner-friendly.
Concepts clear explain kiye gaye, no unnecessary technical overload.
Introduction to various AI tools was very useful, especially helpful for us for later projects we will get assigned as we grow up... Relieved the stress of future assignments!
Mentors were supportive and doubts patiently clear karte hai.
Overall, ek solid course hai for students who want clarity + confidence in AI.
Thankyou NITO for giving me this opportunity!
Tresha Thakur
8 months ago
I really enjoyed the class and learned so many new things. The online sessions were very interesting and fun, and the time honestly flew by. I got to learn a lot of useful things that will make working with AI much easier for me!!
Saee Sirsat
1 year ago
The AI classes were insightful and well structured. Concepts were explained clearly, and real-world examples made learning engaging. Great for both beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding.
Aashita Upadhyay
1 year ago
I just recently finished the NITO course held by Silca Design Coaching Institute, and i must say it was fantastic. It taught me so many AI tools that i wasn't even aware of! the classes were fun and interactive, very detailed, constructive, and easy to understand.
The usage of these tools really help us practically like in making portfolio, doing research, etc. Definitely recommend it to those who would like to upskill themselves in this competitive world.
Akriti Singh
1 year ago
I had an Amazing Experience with NITO. The classes were really informative and helpful to understand the working of different type of AI tools .guidance to use Ai tools was very good. The content was very well-structured. I feel much more confident in applying Ai techniques now and highly recommend this course to anyone looking to learn about AI.
Neetya Gayakwad
1 year ago
Amazing experience. Nowadays learning AI tools is a must to keep up with the fast moving world. Being a part of this course really helped me advance my skills with the help of AI. Not only that but we were also taught to use the AI in the most efficient and ethical way possible. Overall this was a 10/10 experience and a must try course!!!! Highly recommended
Manthan Shah
1 year ago
I took the AI course from silica Institute for building my portfolio. It's a very helpful and creative course. I got to know new ai tools which are very useful for making my portfolio strong. Though it was a online course it was very interactive and Very interesting & it was fun learning ai tools.
NISHITHA REDDY.B
1 year ago
Very interesting, joined simply but was very informative
Anushka Kumari
1 year ago
Nice
Sharvari Kolhatkar
1 year ago
Wonderful experience learning about the AI tools. It was a very interactive and fun class. I got to learn so many things about AI which I did not know about before.
Sreeswarna sen
1 year ago
It was a great and interactive experience. I got to work with various AI tools and understand how to work with them along with hoe they work. The faculty was super friendly and polite and was very very patient with each and every one of the students in my batch. She explained to us carefully if we had any issues and personally attended to each student. This helped a lot in understanding AI considering the revolution of the tool in the current times.
Shreya Bangar
1 year ago
Helpful in exploring new apps and being creative
