AI course enrollments on Coursera have risen to approximately 20 per minute [1].

The increase reflects a growing global urgency for workers and students to acquire artificial intelligence skills as the technology integrates into the professional workforce.

Greg Hart, the CEO of Coursera, said demand for AI learning continues to surge. According to Hart, the current rate of about 20 enrollments per minute [1] is an increase from the rate a year ago, which stood at approximately 15 per minute [2].

This growth indicates a steady climb in the volume of users seeking structured education in the field. The current pace means that someone enrolls in an AI course on the platform every three seconds [3].

Hart said these figures during an appearance on CNBC TV18. The data suggests that the appetite for AI literacy has not plateaued despite the initial wave of generative AI hype that characterized earlier market cycles.

Coursera continues to expand its offerings to meet this demand. The platform's growth in this specific sector highlights a shift in how professionals approach upskilling in a rapidly changing digital economy.

“Demand for AI learning continues to surge.”

The rise in enrollment rates suggests that AI education is moving from a niche interest to a baseline requirement for professional development. As the frequency of enrollments increases, it indicates that the workforce is reacting to the practical application of AI in the workplace by seeking formalized certification and training.