MSOE’s Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning is an accelerated program that provides a firm foundation in data science, machine learning, deep learning and AI with an emphasis on applications. Born out of employer demand, the program blends practical skills with theoretical knowledge to prepare graduates as effective practitioners today and for continued learning tomorrow. Students can expect to lead technical machine learning projects and spearhead adoption across their organizations. The program rapidly develops practical skills in as little as nine months by building on students’ existing technical backgrounds.

The certificate program consists of two application-oriented courses that fuse concepts from statistics and computer science to design algorithms and software that process data, make predictions and aid decision making. Coverage of machine learning concepts is supported by practical, hands-on projects guided by experienced faculty. When you complete this program, you will be able to synthesize solutions in the artificial intelligence and machine learning domains and connect the knowledge you have gained throughout the program directly to your professional work.

This program is for experienced professionals and recent graduates interested in developing new skills and elevating their careers. Does this sound like you?

If you completed a bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as computer science or electrical engineering, have completed at least a one year of college-level programming course work, or have professional software development experience, this program may be a good fit for you.

Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning Details

  • Offered 100% online
  • Synchronous evening classes
  • Complete in 9 months (two semesters) at a pace of one course per semester
  • Build on prior knowledge to develop deep expertise at an accelerated pace
  • Combine new knowledge in data science, machine learning and AI with your domain expertise
  • Learn directly from student-oriented faculty who are experts in machine learning
  • Apply credits earned toward the online Master of Science in Machine Learning program

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Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning Outcomes

The Applied Machine Learning Graduate Certificate program prepares you to:

  • Collect and prepare data for analysis
  • Create visualizations and perform statistical analyses to support data-driven decision making
  • Communicate results and actionable insights to non-technical audiences
  • Analyze technical problems to identify appropriate modeling techniques and develop solutions that meet requirements from resource-constrained embedded systems up to large-scale web services with millions of users
  • Develop and evaluate new predictive models using cutting-edge approaches such as deep learning
  • Learn problem-solving strategies and techniques for improving model prediction performance
  • Learn how to apply machine learning to diverse data types such as spreadsheets, images, text, sensor readings and more

“My background is in circuits and controls systems, and I have a fair amount of programming experience. 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

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.

Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Machine Learning 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 know that figuring out how to finance your education is an important consideration when you are exploring graduate programs. The MSOE Financial Aid Office can assist you in processing loans to pay your MSOE tuition costs.

You have several avenues to find assistance in paying for your program, including federal financial aid and private loans. MS in Machine Learning students may benefit from available scholarships. Many employers will also provide tuition assistance to employees through a qualified educational assistance program. You can exclude up to $5,250 of employer educational assistance program benefits each year on your taxes. Be sure to check with your employer prior to committing to any other loan options to see if they have a qualified program in place.

*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 in Machine Learning

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.

Online Machine Learning Program Admissions

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Online Master's in Machine Learning

MSOE’s Master of Science in Machine Learning is an exciting opportunity for working professionals and recent graduates who want to develop advanced skills in machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) technology.