Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning

Lead ML projects in 9 months with MSOE's online graduate certificate.

This online certificate provides a strong foundation in Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning, and AI with an emphasis on real-world applications.

Key Program Features

Rapid Skill Development: Complete the program and gain practical skills in as little as nine months.
Industry Focus: Blends practical skills and theory, designed to meet employer demand.
Curriculum: Two application-oriented courses that merge statistics and computer science to create prediction and decision-making algorithms.
Learning: Hands-on projects guided by experienced faculty.
Career Impact: Prepare to lead ML projects and spearhead technology adoption in your organization.

Who Should Apply?

Experienced professionals and recent graduates looking to elevate their careers.

Ideal candidates typically have:

A bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering).
At least one year of college-level programming coursework or professional software development experience.
At least one year of differential calculus.

Key Details & Benefits

Duration: Complete the program in 9 months (two semesters, one course per semester).
Pace: Accelerated—builds quickly on your existing technical background.
Faculty: Learn directly from expert, student-oriented faculty.
Advancement: Credits earned can be applied toward the Master of Science in Machine Learning program.
Unique Combination: Combine new expertise in Data Science, ML, and AI with your current domain knowledge.

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Hear directly from Dr. RJ Nowling, associate professor and program director for the online graduate certificate in applied machine learning, about what makes the certificate stand out from the rest.

Program Details & Learning Outcomes

This program prepares you to collect, analyze, develop, and deploy ML solutions:

Data Handling: Collect, prepare, visualize data, and perform statistical analyses.
Modeling: Develop and evaluate new predictive models, including deep learning. Improve model prediction performance using advanced problem-solving techniques.
Application: Apply machine learning to diverse data types (spreadsheets, images, text, sensor readings, etc.).
Deployment: Design solutions for complex technical problems, ranging from resource-constrained embedded systems to large-scale web services.
Communication: Communicate results and actionable insights effectively to non-technical audiences.

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"Throughout the courses, it was easy to apply my current technical knowledge while learning a whole new set of skills.”

Max M., Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning ’22

Program Features

Grow Your Knowledge. Strengthen Your Career.

Connect theory to application with MSOE’s Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning. You will take one course per semester, giving you the time and focus to master the concepts being taught by our expert faculty members. Through hands-on learning and in-depth projects, you will complete the program with high-value skills that employers need to drive business forward. Explore the curriculum.

Program Tuition & Financial Aid

Total estimated tuition: $12,800*

The online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning is 8 credit hours in total, with 4 credit hours earned each semester.

We understand that financing your graduate education is a critical step. We are here to help.

Financial Resources and Support:

Payment Plans: MSOE offers convenient monthly payment plans.
Employer Tuition Assistance: Many employers provide benefits through qualified educational assistance programs. This is a valuable option, as you may be able to utilize up to $5,250 of employer benefits to help finance your continuing education. We encourage you to check with your employer for eligibility.

*Tuition and costs effective as of November 1, 2024. Tuition rates are not inclusive of textbooks and fees. Tuition and costs are subject to change and should be confirmed on the University’s official tuition webpage.

Pathway to a Master's

The online certificate program is an excellent pathway to a bright future working with machine learning and AI technologies, but it is also a stepping stone for the Master of Science in Machine Learning. The certificate to master’s pathway allows you to pursue your education step-by-step with breaks in between. Use what you learned from the certificate today, and return tomorrow to continue expanding your skill set. Explore the master's program.

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Online Machine Learning Program Admissions

Get details on the application deadlines and materials required for the Online Master's in Machine Learning and the Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning.