Graduate Certificate in Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Purdue’s Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Graduate Certificate gives students the opportunity to learn in-demand AI skills in less time than a traditional master’s degree – making fast career advancement accessible and affordable.
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Overview
Learn more about the Foundations of Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate
Purdue’s Foundation in Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate teaches core AI-related competencies in less time than a traditional master’s degree. By taking a handful of 100% online courses, you can add a valuable credential to your resume or plan of study and build foundational skills that will help you stay ahead of this revolutionary trend.
Fast Track Your Way to Becoming an AI Expert
- Students will gain and apply a foundational understanding of AI and computing in their workplace or school environment.
- Students will study and apply professional and technical skills relevant to AI.
- Students will be able to express ethical and policy principles regarding AI.
The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.
The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate has the following admission requirements:
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Professional resume
- Official transcripts from all universities attended, including transfer credits.
- International Students only: Proof of English proficiency
- The GRE or GMAT exam is not required for admission.
Required Courses:
- GRAD50200-Interdisciplinary AI Fundamentals: Bridging Knowledge (1 credit)
- SCLA52100-Social Impacts of AI (3 credits)
- SCLA52200-Artificial Intelligence Policy, Governance, and Ethics (3 credits)
Selective Courses (choose one):
- GRAD50300-AI Essentials: A Non-Technical Introduction (2 credits)
- GRAD50400-Advanced AI Fundamentals for Technical Professionals (2 credits)
Accelerated Learning for Career Advancement
Complete your graduate certificate in just 9 credit hours, with only four courses, allowing you to quickly gain valuable AI skills and boost your career trajectory in less time than a traditional degree.
Flexible Online Learning with Purdue’s Expertise
Study at your own pace through asynchronous courses, with opportunities for live engagement via office hours and seminars. Learn from expert instructors while balancing your career and personal life.
Save Time and Money with a Purdue Graduate Certificate
A graduate certificate is a specialized credential that provides advanced knowledge in a specific field. Available to those with a bachelor’s degree, Purdue’s 100% online graduate certificates take less time than a full master’s degree program. They are valuable for individuals looking to quickly advance their careers or pivot to a new industry. Graduate certificates also can serve as a stepping stone toward a master’s degree since they allow students to earn academic credits that may apply to a future graduate program. Ask your enrollment counselor for details or learn more about graduate certificates here.
Career Outcomes
Top Job Titles
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Product Manager
- Business Analyst
Top Industries
- Technology
- Government
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