New Delhi, Sept. 9 -- Temasek-backed upGrad plans to launch corporate upskilling and learning and development advisory services as businesses seek to keep employees up to date with rapidly evolving skill requirements.

According to two industry executives aware of the development, the edtech company co-founded by Ronnie Screwvala, who is also its chairman, is pivoting towards business-to-business (B2B) services, broadening its portfolio ahead of a planned public listing.

"Corporates are now doubling down on upskilling, learning and development programs. The B2B venture will have a team of consultants, tech experts who will offer these services to the business houses," said the first of the two executives cited earlier, both speaking on c...