Technical Microcredential

Data Science

Gain a comprehensive set of advanced data science skills spanning Python programming, machine learning, and data science ethics for immediate application to your current or desired role. Learn at your own pace with weekly asynchronous modules and optional live sessions - 100% online.

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10 weeks, entirely online

excluding orientation

Earn an official certificate

from IBM

Two capstone projects

add to your portfolio

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On Completion of This Technical Microcredential, You’ll Walk Away With:

1

Advanced, Job-Ready Data Science Skills

An understanding of advanced data science methodologies, tools, and ethical considerations that can be immediately applied to your role.

2

Fluency in Key Data Languages

A knowledge of the programming languages commonly used in data science, especially Python.

3

Machine Learning Skills

The ability to create and deploy machine learning models for practical applications.

4

Experience Completing Two Comprehensive Projects

Highlight the skills you’ve acquired in your portfolio.

Why Pursue a Technical Microcredential?

Learn how our IBM technical microcredentials go beyond the traditional value of massive open online courses.

Premium Experience

Technical Microcredential

Asynchronous Modules

Study at your own pace and in your own time, entirely online

Graded Module Assignments

Apply what you learn each week to quizzes and ongoing project submissions

Weekly Live Sessions
(with Office Hours)

Interact with your peers and learning facilitators through optional weekly live sessions

Capstone Projects

Apply your new skill set with two comprehensive projects and add to your portfolio

Industry-Backed Certificate

Earn a certificate from IBM — an industry leader for more than a century

Instructor Access

Learn from IBM subject matter experts who will guide you throughout your learning experience

Cohort-Based Peer Interaction

Benefit from peer interaction and networking opportunities within a supportive, engaged cohort

Xpert Learning Assistant
(24/7 Support)

Enhance your learning experience with our AI-powered, personalized Learning Assistant

Massive Open Online Course

Asynchronous Modules

Study at your own pace and in your own time, entirely online

Graded Module Assignments

Apply what you learn each week to quizzes and ongoing project submissions

Weekly Live Sessions
(with Office Hours)

Not included

Capstone Projects

Not included

Industry-Backed Certificate

Not included

Instructor Access

Not included

Cohort-Based Peer Interaction

Not included

Xpert Learning Assistant
(24/7 Support)

Not included

Gain In-Demand Skills

Machine learning
Statistical analysis
Data ethics

Course Curriculum

Over the duration of this online technical microcredential, you’ll work your way through the following modules:

Module 1

 Data Science Methodologies

Explore two data science methodologies that can be used to solve data science problems.

Module 2

Using Python for Data Science

Learn the fundamentals of Python programming and working with data in Python.

Module 3

Python Fundamentals and Data

Explore the foundational and practical techniques in web scraping and data extraction using Python.

Module 4

SQL for Data Science

Learn Structured Query Language (SQL) and how it can be applied to data science problems.

Module 5

Using Python to Analyze Data

Develop an understanding of working with data in Python and apply this knowledge practically.

Module 6

Data Visualization Using Python

Create, interpret, and present effective data visualizations using Python libraries and tools, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights.

Module 7

Introduction to Machine Learning with Python

Learn about applied machine learning using Python tools.

Module 8

Supervised and Unsupervised Machine Learning

 Explore supervised and unsupervised machine learning modeling and evaluation techniques.

Module 9

Capstone Project 1: Data Collection, Wrangling, and Analysis

Collect, clean, and explore data to gain insights into a real-life business problem.

Module 10

Capstone Project 2: Presenting Data-Driven Insights

Create and share actionable insights into a real-life business problem.

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An Online Education That Sets You Apart

This IBM technical microcredential is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from:

Personalized and People-Mediated Experience

Enjoy an online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.

International Selection of Universities

Gain relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from reputable universities.

Flexible but Structured Approach

Plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones, entirely online.

Frequently Asked Questions

This technical microcredential is broken down into self-paced weekly modules designed to help you manage your time effectively and complete your certificate in 10 weeks. You'll engage with a combination of online resources, interactive content, peer discussions, real-world case studies, and practical assignments to accelerate your learning.

Develop in-demand skills for the growing data science industry and earn an official certificate of completion from IBM. 

Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with your digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the technical microcredential handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the technical microcredential.

You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a three-part payment plan, with the first installment due prior to the course start date.

You can also opt for employer assistance with your course fees. Of our past students, 37 percent of our students have received employer assistance, and you can too. All you need to register is your sponsor’s name, email, and billing address. They’ll receive an email with instructions.

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