Named ‘Insurance Fundamentals Program’, this course offers certification in life insurance and also provides practical experience of the business and outlines a career pathway for the participants.
The program is a 3-week self-paced online course followed by a four-month paid internship with HDFC Life for learners who complete the program and meet the internship selection criteria. Learners need to pay a nominal fee to register and access the online course on the upGrad portal.
The learners stand an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with one of India’s most respected life insurance companies while improving their chances of landing full-time employment in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Designed for pre-final, final year students, fresh graduates, and career switchers with little to no prior finance experience, this program will equip learners with a powerful blend of hard and soft skills.
Phase 1 will roll out across colleges and universities in India, with the goal of embedding industry-aligned skills into academic ecosystem and accelerating employability outcomes at scale.
The program aims to provide internship opportunities for up to 2,000 eligible participants across HDFC Life branch network.
According to Vibhash Naik – Chief Human Resources Officer, HDFC Life “The Indian insurance industry is poised for growth and as companies scale-up there will be a demand for skilled and qualified professionals. For aspirants looking at building a career in this sector, domain knowledge is absolutely essential.”
Learners will be trained in financial literacy, time value of money, interest calculation, risk assessment, insurance terminology, and Unit Linked Insurance Plan ULIP insights. Modules on regulatory compliance, Insurance Act, grievance redressal, and money laundering prevention will further equip them with a strong compliance foundation. To prepare for frontline, client-facing roles, the program will also sharpen verbal and non-verbal communication; body language, grooming standards, and professional etiquette ensuring graduates are not just informed, but industry-ready.
Anuj Vishwakarma, COO – Institutional Businesses & Certifications, upGrad added, “As India positions itself as a global talent hub, programs like this are essential ground levellers. Youth from both metros and smaller towns are entering the formal workforce, and we’re committed to equipping them with the right tools to succeed. In high-trust sectors like insurance, role-specific, outcome-driven training is not just important – it’s urgent.”
