Certificate Requirements
The Professional Certificate in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence consists of a total of at least 16 days of qualifying courses. At least one of the Machine Learning for Big Data and Text Processing courses is required. Those with prior machine learning experience may start with the Advanced course, and those without the relevant experience must start with the Foundations course and also take the Advanced course. Participants must attend the full duration of each course. You may select any number of courses to take this year but all courses within the program must be completed within 36 months of your first qualifying course.
- Successful completion of 16 or more days of qualifying courses, including the required Machine Learning for Big Data and Text Processing course(s)
- Courses primarily take place in June, July, and August on MIT's campus
- Additional courses may be offered in other locations; please see individual course pages for details
- Courses must be taken within 36 months
- Non-refundable application fee: $325
Key Benefits
The Professional Certificate Program in Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence enables you to:
- Learn in-person from renowned MIT faculty and leading industry practitioners
- Learn essential concepts and skills needed to develop effective AI systems
- Understand the challenges posed by AI in the workplace
- Apply cutting-edge, industry-relevant knowledge in machine learning and AI
- Network with an accomplished group of peers from around the globe
As an MIT Professional Education Professional Certificate Program alumnus you will:
- Be eligible to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Receive a 15% discount on future MIT Professional Education Short Programs and Digital Plus Programs courses
- Gain membership in the exclusive MIT Professional Education LinkedIn group
- Receive a complimentary one-year subscription to the MIT Technology Review upon completion of the program
- Obtain updates on faculty research, new programs, and MIT initiatives via our newsletter
How to Apply
The professional certificate program application fee is $325 (non-refundable). To apply, submit an application for the program by selecting the Apply Today button, along with a non-refundable $325 application fee. After you have been accepted into the program, you should then apply for the individual courses that you intend to take this year.
Each of the courses you select will be paid at the per-course rate. Visit our course catalog for individual course information.