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Online Post-Graduate Certificate in Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence Program Guide
Businesses and organizations are increasingly investing in artificial intelligence tools and technology, not just to keep up but to get ahead. Across almost every industry, AI solutions are in demand. But employers stand to face a shortage of qualified AI experts.
If you’re ready to step up and fill vital roles to power a more tech-forward future, you’re in the right place. With your artificial intelligence certificate, you can be on the fast track toward beginning an exciting career developing and deploying artificial intelligence solutions — or to becoming a leader in the field.
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At a glance
Apply with no GRE or application fee and choose from 3 start dates.
Benefit from transfer credit-friendly admission.
Access 100% online coursework with no campus visits required.
Take your education further and apply your certificate toward a full master’s degree.
Complete your AI certificate in less than 1 year.
Learn to use in-demand tools like R, Python, C++, Amazon Web Services, and Google Colaboratory.
Curriculum
If you’re just getting started and looking to build your foundation in AI, our Fundamentals in Artificial Intelligence certificate is right for you. This five-course (15-credit) program can be completed 100% online, and it features practical, project-based learning to prepare you for the real world. We welcome learners from all backgrounds, especially those with previous experience in areas like business, computer science, data science, machine learning, and software development.
All courses are three credit hours and take just eight weeks (half a term) to complete.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
- MATH 509: Mathematics for Artificial Intelligence
- DSCI 503: Python
- DSCI 508: Machine Learning
- COSC 640: Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
- COSC 643: Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
To ensure the best possible educational experience for our students, we may update our curriculum to reflect emerging and changing employer and industry demands.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (college work)*
- No GMAT or GRE required
- You can read our transfer credit policy here**
- Official transcripts required for all institutions previously attended
- 300- to 500-word personal statement
- Resume required
- International applicants (if applicable): Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL with a score of 563, speaking sub-score of 23, writing sub-score of 20, reading and listening scores of 21, and a combined score of 85 or higher)
*Applicants who do not meet the GPA requirement may be considered for provisional admission.
**The acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of Maryville University.
Students who do not meet the requirements for full admission into Maryville graduate programs may be considered for conditional admission. Students may qualify for conditional admission with a GPA between 2.75 and 2.99.
Explore our additional resources to help guide your admission journey.
Accreditation and rankings
Want to take your professional certificate further? We’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re building your foundation in artificial intelligence or preparing to advance your career as an established leader, our AI fundamentals post-bachelor’s certificate can help you take your next step. But if you want to maximize your education with a master’s degree, we have the right option for you.
Our 100% online Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence is a comprehensive exploration of both fundamental and advanced AI. This 11-class (33-credit) degree program, one of the only experiences of its type in the U.S., allows you to build a strong foundation in AI then dive deep and tailor your education to your personal and professional goals.
Have you already completed your professional certificate in AI at Maryville? If so, you can complete your master’s degree even more quickly. Our certificate program is for-credit, meaning you can apply all coursework you’ve completed toward your master’s degree and finish sooner. In fact, if you’ve completed your fundamentals in AI certificate, you can earn your master’s in AI in just six additional classes (18 credit hours).
Why Maryville Online?
We’ve been progressively challenging the norms of higher education for nearly 150 years. We started as one of the first universities to educate women. Today, we continue to push the boundaries and prepare students like you for a digital world. At Maryville, we understand what it takes to step beyond your comfort zone.
Maryville University is a nationally ranked private college recognized for comprehensive and innovative education focused on student learning, outcomes, and success — both online and on campus. We’re located just 22 miles from downtown St. Louis.
Faculty spotlight
Robbie Beane, PhD
Director of Computer Science, Assistant Professor of Data Science
Dr. Robbie Beane is passionate about computer and data science education and exploring the applications of technology within his teaching practice. As a director and educator in our computer science programs, including the Master of Science in AI, he finds innovative ways to introduce students to new technological skills and to enhance the student experience by implementing cutting-edge technology into the courses he teaches.
His recent work in computer science includes an exploration of the use of commercial cloud-computing services such as Amazon Web Services and Databricks within an educational setting.
Dr. Beane holds a PhD in Mathematics from the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Throughout his nearly two decades of teaching experience, he has taught and developed courses in actuarial science, mathematics, data science, and computer science, covering topics like computer programming, machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and probability theory.
When you earn your online Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence from Maryville University, you can explore a booming field with passionate industry professionals like Dr. Beane who use their knowledge and real-world expertise to enhance your educational experience.
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