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DATA INSTITUTE

Professional Certificates

The Professional Certificate courses at the Data Institute offer a comprehensive learning experience for individuals eager to enhance their proficiency in data science, data engineering, and AI tools and techniques.

Taught by faculty from our Data Science programs and expert practitioners from renowned tech firms, these courses cater to analysts, managers, executives, and engineers aiming to elevate their skill sets. Conducted virtually, sessions meet once a week, providing flexibility for busy professionals.

For more information, see our FAQs or contact datainstitute@usfca.edu.

Introductory Courses

Participants in these courses are not required to have any previous exposure to data science or programming.

AI & Data Ethics
Intro to Probability & Statistics
Python for Data Analysis
SQL for Data Analysis
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Intermediate Courses

Participants in these courses are expected to have basic experience with SQL or Python prior to enrollment. Experience in databases and Excel, or a strong mathematical foundation is helpful.

Advanced Python for Data Analysis
Data Science for Marketing
Intro to Machine Learning
Machine Learning Operations
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Advanced Courses

Participants in these courses should have a more robust knowledge of data science and programming languages, such as Python.

Generative AI for Coders
Large Language Models for Coders
Practical Deep Reinforcement Learning
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