Tier 1: University-Affiliated Executive Diplomas (₹2,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | 10–12 Months). Heavily branded with prestigious university logos. High academic prestige, but up to 50% of the tuition goes directly toward university licensing fees rather than student lab infrastructure.
Tier 2: Industry-Focused Practical Institutes (₹40,000 – ₹85,000 | 4–6 Months). Exemplified by Datadrix. Focuses 100% on employable skills: Python, SQL, Machine Learning, Power BI, and cloud deployment. Highest Return on Investment (ROI) with practical hands-on mentorship.
Tier 3: Low-Cost Pre-Recorded Video Portals (₹15,000 – ₹25,000 | Self-Paced). Consists of pre-recorded videos with minimal or no live mentor interaction. Completion rates are below 8% due to lack of accountability.