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PGP in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: Business Applications

PGP in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: Business Applications

Master AI applications and secure a future-ready career

Application closes 12th Mar 2026

Curated for Impact

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    Comprehensive AI Curriculum

    Learn from a comprehensive AI curriculum, from fundamentals to advanced applications. Leverage concepts of Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Agentic AI to solve complex business challenges.

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    No Prior Coding Background Required

    Master the basics of Python programming without any prior coding experience and build a strong coding foundation to develop AI applications through hands-on projects.

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Program Outcomes

Elevate your career with advanced AI skills

Become an AI & Machine Learning expert

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    Lead AI innovation by mastering core AI & ML concepts & technologies

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    Build AI applications with GenAI, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, and recommendation systems

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    Build an impressive, industry-ready portfolio with hands-on projects.

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    Earn a bonus certificate in Python Foundations to strengthen your skills

Earn a certificate of completion

  • ranking 6

    #6 in MS - Business Analytics

    QS World University Rankings (2024)

  • ranking 6

    #6 in Executive Education - Custom Programs

    Financial Times, 2022

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    #1 (U.S., Big Data Management) in MS Business Analytics

    Eduniversal (2024)

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    #6 in MS Business Analytics

    The Financial Engineer Times (2024)

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Why choose the AI & ML program

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    Learn from the best in academia

    Learn directly from renowned Texas McCombs faculty with extensive research and theoretical experience, offering advanced expertise in AI and Machine Learning.

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    Benefit from expert mentorship

    Build a deep understanding of AI as you learn from global industry experts in weekly mentorship sessions that hone your judgment and practical intuition.

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    Hands-on learning

    Learn from 7 hands-on projects and 40+ real-world case studies using data from top companies, with 20+ cutting-edge tools and personalized coding support.

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    AI-infused comprehensive curriculum

    Explore the nuances of AI through industry-relevant topics, including Machine Learning, Generative AI, Agentic AI, Python, Deep Learning, NLP, TensorFlow, and more.

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    Learn at your convenience

    Gain access to 200+ hours of content online, including lectures, assignments, and live webinars, which you can access anytime, anywhere.

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    Personalized program support

    Get 1:1 personal assistance from a Program Manager to complete your course with ease.

Skills you will learn

Programming Fundamentals

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Generative AI

Foundational Skills Certification

Problem-Solving Skills

Portfolio Development

Deep Learning

Natural Language Processing

AI Applications

Programming Fundamentals

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Generative AI

Foundational Skills Certification

Problem-Solving Skills

Portfolio Development

Deep Learning

Natural Language Processing

AI Applications

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Secure top AI & machine learning jobs

  • $15 trillion

    AI net worth by 2030

  • $118 billion

    AI industry revenue

  • Up to $ 150K

    Avg annual salary

  • 97 million

    new jobs by 2025

Careers in AI & ML

Here are the ideal job roles in AI sought after by companies in India

  • AI Engineer

  • Machine Learning Engineer

  • AI Research Scientist

  • Prompt Engineer

  • Big Data Engineer

  • NLP Engineer

  • Deep Learning Engineer

  • Business Intelligence Developer

  • Compute Vision Engineer

  • AI Consultant

Our alumni work at top companies

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This program is ideal for

The PG program in AI & ML empowers you to align your learning with your professional aspirations

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  • Data and Analytics Professionals

    Looking to develop practical skills to build AI-powered solutions that optimize workflows and drive intelligent decision-making.

  • Business and Technology Enthusiasts

    Seeking to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution through hands-on experience

  • Aspiring AI Practitioners

    Aiming to build a strong technical foundation and contribute effectively to projects leveraging advanced AI and Agentic AI systems

  • Technical Leaders

    Pursuing deeper fluency in AI architectures to scope, oversee, and guide successful implementations while driving AI adoption

Experience a unique learning journey

Our pedagogy is designed to ensure career growth and transformation

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    Learn with self-paced videos

    Learn critical concepts from video lectures by faculty & AI experts

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    Engage with your mentors

    Clarify your doubts and gain practical skills during the weekend mentorship sessions

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    Work on hands-on projects

    Work on projects to apply the concepts & tools learnt in the module 

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    Get personalized assistance

    Our dedicated program managers will support you whenever you need

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Syllabus designed for professionals

Designed by the faculty at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin, and industry experts, the curriculum for this Artificial Intelligence course is taught by renowned professors and industry practitioners.

  • 200+ hours

    Coding Assistant

  • 20+

    On Agentic AI

  • 40+

    Case Studies

Pre-Work I

This preparatory module will introduce you to the world of data and AI, provide an overview of how problems are solved in the industry using data and AI, and give you a fundamental understanding of the hands-on tools needed to build a strong foundation for Generative AI applications.

Introduction to AI Landscape

  • Introduction to Key Terminology (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Model)
  • History and Evolution of AI 
  • Business Problems and Solution Spaces Across Different Industries

Pre-Work II

This preparatory module will introduce you to the world of data and AI, provide an overview of how problems are solved in the industry using data and AI, and give you a fundamental understanding of the hands-on tools needed to build a strong foundation for Generative AI applications.

Python Programming Fundamentals

  • Introduction to Python 
  • Environment Setup 
  • Google Colab
  • Fundamental Python 
  • Programming Constructs 
  • Variables, Data Types, Data Structures (List, Dictionary), Conditional Statements

Module 01: Python Foundations

In this module, you will learn to read, explore, manipulate, and visualize data to tell stories, solve business problems, and deliver actionable insights and recommendations by performing exploratory data analysis using some of the most widely used Python packages.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 1: Introduction to Python 
  • Week 2: Data Manipulation 
  • Week 3: Exploratory Data Analysis 
  • Week 4: Project Week

Module 02: Machine Learning

This module is designed to help you build an understanding of the concept of learning from data, develop linear and non-linear models to capture relationships between attributes and known outcomes, and discover patterns in and segment data with no labels.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 5: Linear Regression 
  • Week 6: Decision Trees 
  • Week 7: K-means Clustering 
  • Week 8: Project Week 
  • Week 9: Learning Break

Module 03: Advanced Machine Learning

This module focuses on exploring how to combine the decisions from multiple models using ensemble techniques to improve performance and make better predictions, while applying feature engineering and hyperparameter tuning to build generalized, robust models that optimize associated business costs.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 10: Bagging 
  • Week 11: Boosting 
  • Week 12: Model Tuning 
  • Week 13: Project Week

Module 04: Introduction to Neural Networks

This module helps you implement neural networks to synthesize knowledge from data, understand different optimization algorithms and regularization techniques, and evaluate factors that improve performance, enabling you to build generalized and robust neural network models to solve business problems.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 14: Introduction to Neural Networks
  • Week 15: Optimizing Neural Networks
  • Week 16: Projects Week

Module 05: Natural Language Processing with Generative AI

This module helps you get introduced to the world of Natural Language Processing (NLP), gain a practical understanding of text embedding methods, and learn how different transformer architectures power Large Language Models (LLMs). You will explore how Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) integrates information retrieval to improve the accuracy and relevance of LLM responses, and design and implement robust NLP solutions using open-source LLMs combined with prompt engineering techniques.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 17: Word Embeddings
  • Week 18: Attention Mechanism and Transformers 
  • Week 19: Large Language Models and Prompt Engineering
  • Week 20: Retrieval Augmented Generation
  • Week 21: Project Week 
  • Week 22: Learning Break 

Module 06: AI Agents for Automation

This module introduces you to the shift from traditional automation to Agentic AI. You will learn how to build intelligent agents using LangChain, equip them with dynamic tool-use capabilities, integrate memory into AI agents, and understand the mechanics of planning, multi-step reasoning, and the ReAct framework to enable agents to decompose and solve complex, multi-stage tasks. Finally, you will learn to evaluate AI agents to develop reliable AI solutions enhanced with human oversight.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 23: Introduction to AI Agent Workflows 
  • Week 24: Planning and Reasoning in AI Agents 
  • Week 25: Evaluating AI Agents 
  • Week 26: Project Week

Module 07: Model Deployment

This module helps you understand the role of model deployment in realizing the value of an ML model and teaches you how to build and deploy an application using Python.

Concepts Covered

  • Week 27: Introduction to Model Deployment 
  • Week 28: Containerization 
  • Week 29: Projects Week

Self-Paced Module: Multimodal Generative AI Masterclass

This asynchronous module helps you explore how to solve business problems by generating code using Generative AI tools, examine the capabilities of text-to-image and image-to-text GenAI tools like DALL·E through business use cases, and understand the speech recognition capabilities of audio-to-text GenAI tools like Whisper in practical business applications.

Concepts Covered

  • Code Generation Using GenAI 
  • Image Creation Using GenAI 
  • Speech Recognition Using GenAI

Self-Paced Module: Neural Networks for Computer Vision

This module introduces you to the world of computer vision, helps you understand image processing and various methods for extracting informative features from images, and guides you in building Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) to uncover hidden patterns in image data and solve image classification problems at your own pace.

Concepts Covered

  • Overview of Computer Vision 
  • Image Processing 
  • Convolutional Neural Networks

Self-Paced Module: Statistical Learning

This module helps you perform statistical analysis using Python to evaluate the reliability of business estimates through confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. You will learn to analyze data distributions, test assumptions before committing resources, and make informed decisions based on data-driven evidence.

Concepts Covered

  • Probability Fundamentals 
  • Probability Distributions 
  • Sampling and Central Limit 
  • Theorem Estimation 
  • Theory Hypothesis Testing

Self-Paced Module: Recommendation Systems

This module introduces you to recommendation systems and guides you in building models that leverage past product purchase and satisfaction data to deliver high-quality, personalized recommendations.

Concepts Covered

  • Introduction to Recommendation Systems
  • Market Basket Analysis 
  • Popularity-Based and Content-Based Recommendation Systems 
  • Collaborative Filtering 
  • Hybrid Recommendation Systems

Self-Paced Module: Introduction to SQL

This module helps you understand the core concepts of databases and SQL, gain hands-on experience writing simple SQL queries to filter, manipulate, and retrieve data from relational databases, and use advanced SQL techniques such as joins, window functions, and subqueries to solve real-world data problems and extract actionable business insights.

Concepts Covered

  • Introduction to DB and SQL 
  • Fetching, Filtering, and Aggregating Data
  • Inbuilt and Window Functions
  • Joins and Subqueries

Work on Hands-On Projects and Case Studies

Engage in hands-on projects and 15+ real-world case studies using emerging tools and technologies.

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    Hands-on projects

  • 22+

    Domains

  • 20+

    Tools and technologies

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FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Restaurant Order Demand Analysis

Description

Perform an exploratory data analysis and provide actionable insights for a food aggregator company to gain a better understanding of the demand across different restaurants and cuisines. This will help enhance customer experience and improve business performance.

Skills you will learn

  • Python
  • Numpy
  • Pandas
  • Seaborn
  • Univariate Analysis
  • Bivariate Analysis
  • Exploratory Data Analysis
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FINANCE

Loan Campaign Response Prediction

Description

Analyze historical marketing campaign data of a bank and build a machine learning model to identify customers who are exposed to a marketing campaign and have a higher probability of purchasing a loan.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Decision Trees
  • Pruning
  • Scikit-Learn
  • Pandas
  • Seaborn
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IMMIGRATION

Visa Status Classification

Description

Analyze the data of visa applicants and build a predictive model to streamline the visa approval process. The model will identify important factors influencing visa status and recommend suitable profiles for applicants, determining whether their visa should be certified or denied.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Data Preprocessing
  • Bagging
  • Random Forest
  • Boosting
  • AdaBoost
  • Gradient Boosting
  • XGBoost
  • GridSearchCV
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ENERGY

Wind Energy Equipment Failure Prediction

Description

Analyze data from a wind energy provider regarding equipment health, and build various neural network models to identify potential failures. This will allow for timely repairs before equipment breaks down, reducing overall maintenance costs.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Data Preprocessing
  • TensorFlow
  • Keras
  • Artificial Neural Networks
  • Regularization
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HEALTHCARE

Medical Assistant

Description

Utilize sentence embeddings, vector databases, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to enhance information retrieval for a medical chatbot and provide accurate and context-aware responses, ensuring reliable and relevant medical guidance.

Skills you will learn

  • Generative AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Hugging Face
  • Retrieval Augmented Generation
  • Vector Databases
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HEALTHCARE

AI-powered EHR Assistant

Description

Develop a healthcare assistant that aids patients in understanding electronic health record (EHR) information in plain language, answers general medical questions using vetted sources, and enforces strict safety boundaries to improve patient healthcare comprehension.

Skills you will learn

  • Agentic AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Single-Agent Systems
  • Planning
  • ReAct
  • Tool Usage
  • HITL
  • LangChain
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FINANCE

Credit Card Churn Prediction

Description

Analyze historical customer data to build a predictive model that forecasts whether a customer will discontinue using a bank’s credit card services. The model will also identify key factors influencing the customer's decision to churn.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Random Forest
  • Hyperparameter Tuning
  • Scikit-Learn
  • Model Deployment
  • Docker
  • Flask
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FINANCE

Financial Compliance Agent for Trade Surveillance

Description

Develop an Agentic AI–powered compliance investigation system that automates insider trading surveillance by integrating SEC EDGAR and internal data, applying explainable multi-step rule and pattern analysis, reducing false positives, and generating audit-ready, regulator-verifiable reports at scale with full transparency and evidence traceability.

Skills you will learn

  • Agentic AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Single-Agent Systems
  • Planning
  • ReAct
  • Tool Usage
  • LangChain
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IT

Reimbursement Automation

Description

Design and implement an intelligent expense automation system that streamlines receipt extraction, expense categorization, and policy validation to reduce manual effort, minimize errors and compliance risks, accelerate reimbursements, and enhance financial oversight and operational efficiency.

Skills you will learn

  • Agentic AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Single-Agent Systems
  • Tool Usage
  • LangChain
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FINANCE

Company Annual Financial Report Analysis

Description

Support financial analysts at Apple in extracting key information from lengthy financial documents, such as annual reports, using RAG, demonstrating how efficiency in financial decision-making can be enhanced.

Skills you will learn

  • AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Hugging Face
  • Retrieval Augmented Generation
  • Vector Databases
  • Langchain
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FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Restaurant Review Analysis

Description

Analyze customer reviews for various restaurants for a leading global food aggregator using Generative AI models to categorize and tag feedback, illustrating how customer sentiment can be understood at scale to support data-driven decision-making and improve overall customer satisfaction.

Skills you will learn

  • Generative AI
  • Large Language Models
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Hugging Face
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NEWS AND MEDIA

E-news Platform News Categorization

Description

Categorize and tag news articles for an e-news platform to demonstrate improved content organization and enhanced user engagement.

Skills you will learn

  • Generative AI
  • Sentence Transformers
  • Hugging Face
  • Sentence Similarity
  • Text Classification
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HOSPITALITY

Hotel Booking Cancellation Prediction

Description

Develop a Data Science solution for a hotel chain to predict the likelihood of booking cancellations, illustrating how potential vacancies can be managed and revenue loss minimized.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Decision Trees
  • Random Forest
  • Scikit Learn
  • Pandas
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MANUFACTURING

Machine Predictive Maintenance

Description

Analyze data from an auto component manufacturing company and develop a predictive model to identify potential machine failures, determine the key factors affecting machine health, and provide recommendations for cost optimization to management.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Decision Trees
  • Pruning
  • Scikit-Learn
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HEALTHCARE

COVID Detection

Description

Develop an AI solution for a renowned hospital chain to analyze chest X-ray scans and predict the likelihood of COVID infection, demonstrating how patients at lower risk can be identified and critical cases prioritized.

Skills you will learn

  • Image Processing
  • OpenCV
  • TensorFlow
  • Keras
  • Image Classification
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FINANCE

Credit Card Fraud Detection

Description

Analyze credit card transaction data and build a neural network model to capture complex patterns and predict the probability of fraudulent transactions, illustrating how potential financial losses for both the institution and cardholders can be minimized.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Neural Networks
  • TensorFlow
  • Keras
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FINANCE

Bank Customer Segmentation

Description

Identify distinct segments within existing customers based on their spending patterns and past interactions with the bank using clustering algorithms, and provide recommendations on how the bank can better market to and serve these customer groups.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • K-means Clustering
  • t-SNE, Scikit-Learn
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RETAIL

Used Car Price Prediction

Description

Explore and visualize the data, build a linear regression model to predict used car prices, and generate insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Missing Value Treatment
  • Data Visualization
  • Linear Regression
  • Scikit-Learn
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FINANCE

Data-Driven Insights for Credit Card Eligibility

Description

Analyze data provided by a consulting firm partnering with banks, address key questions, draw actionable insights, and support the company in improving business by identifying customer attributes associated with credit card eligibility.

Skills you will learn

  • Exploratory Data Analysis
  • Data Visualization
  • Pandas
  • Seaborn

Master in-demand AI & ML tools

Get AI training with 20+ tools to enhance your workflow, optimize models, and build AI solutions

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    Python

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    Langchain

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    N8n

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    Gemini

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    Whisper

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    Pandas

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    NumPy

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    Scikit - learn

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    Tensorflow

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    Keras

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    Hugging face

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    Transformer

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    Chatgpt

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    OpenCV

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    NLTK

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    spaCy

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    Seaborn

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    Matplotlib

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    Docker

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    Flask

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    Gradio

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    Dall E

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    SQL

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Earn a Professional Certificate in AI & ML

Get a PG certificate from one of the top universities in USA and showcase it to your network

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Meet your faculty

Learn from the top, world-renowned faculty at UT Austin

  • Dr. Kumar Muthuraman - Faculty Director

    Dr. Kumar Muthuraman

    Faculty Director, McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas at Austin

    Faculty Director, Center for Analytics and Transformative Technologies

    21+ years' experience in AI, ML, Deep Learning, and NLP.

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  • Dr. Daniel A Mitchell  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Daniel A Mitchell

    Clinical Assistant Professor, McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas at Austin

    Research Director, Center for Analytics and Transformative Technologies

    15+ years of experience in financial engineering and quantitative finance.

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  • Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar  - Faculty Director

    Dr. Abhinanda Sarkar

    Senior Faculty & Director Academics, Great Learning

    30+ years of experience in data science, ML, and analytics.

    Ph.D. from Stanford, taught at MIT, ISI, and IIM Bangalore.

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  • Prof. Mukesh  Rao - Faculty Director

    Prof. Mukesh Rao

    Senior Faculty, Academics, Great Learning

    20+ years of expertise in AI, machine learning, and analytics

    Director - Academics at Great Learning

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  • Dr. Bradford Tuckfield - Faculty Director

    Dr. Bradford Tuckfield

    Co-Founder & Director, Wilson Consulting

    10+ years of expertise in statistics, programming, and machine learning.

    PhD. from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

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Interact with our mentors

Interact with dedicated AI and Machine Learning experts who will guide you in your earning and career journey

  •  Idris Malik - Mentor

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    Software Engineer, Machine Learning Meta
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    Senior Machine Learning Engineer Adobe
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    Senior Data Scientist Paper
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  •  Vybhav Reddy K C - Mentor

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    Senior Data Scientist Socure
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  •  Dipjyoti Das - Mentor

    Dipjyoti Das

    Staff Data Scientist One Concern
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  •  Omid Badretale - Mentor

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    Senior Research Data Scientist | Alternative Data RBC Capital Markets
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    Senior Data Scientist Cvent
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    Senior Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics Gordon Food Service
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  •  Mustakim Helal - Mentor

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    Senior Data Engineer CGI
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  •  Alisher Mansurov - Mentor

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    Assistant Professor Nipissing University
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  •  Shahzeb Shahid - Mentor

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    Senior Data Scientist Kroll
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  •  Yusuf Baktir - Mentor

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    Senior Data Scientist Wider Circle
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  •  Shekhar Tanwar - Mentor

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    Machine Learning Engineer Highmark Inc.
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  •  Mahmudul Hasan - Mentor

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    Lead Data Scientist TELUS Communications
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  •  Olha Kuzaka - Mentor

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    Senior Software Engineer 1 - Data, Tech Lead BenchSci
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    Data Scientist Teck Resources Limited
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    Research Assistant at University of Calgary University of Calgary
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    Staff Data Scientist, AI/ML Walmart
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    Teaching Assistant to Professor Stuart Urban for Quantitative Financial Analysis course. Johns Hopkins University Carey School of Business
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    The program’s balanced curriculum, engaging projects, and weekly mentor sessions were invaluable. It strengthened my Python skills, deepened my AI expertise, and provided an impressive deep dive into NLP concepts.

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Course Eligibility

  • Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent
  • For candidates who do not know Python, we offer a free pre-program tutorial

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Why should I choose this AI and Machine Learning course? What is unique about this AI course from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin?

The benefits of choosing this top-notch program include:

  • The UT Austin Advantage: The McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin is a distinguished public research university. They offer world-class education, experiential learning, and cutting-edge research. With a proven track record of delivering high-impact programs through  modern teaching methods, you can be confident about learning from top experts. 


  • Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Designed by the faculty and experts from the McCombs School, the comprehensive curriculum covers foundations of AI and ML, Statistics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning & Neural Networks, Computer Vision, and NLP. It focuses on practical business applications and hands-on learning to help you thrive in the fast-growing AI-ML field.

  • Programming Bootcamp: For learners with no programming background, this program offers an optional programming bootcamp, at no extra cost. The bootcamp prepares you to engage with advanced concepts in the  program confidently.

  • Interactive Sessions: The program provides a chance to connect and network with peers through interactive micro-classes. These sessions deepen your understanding through collaboration and personalized mentor feedback, enhancing your learning and expanding your AI-ML community.

  • Hands-on Learning: The program’s practical approach  enables you to grasp core AI-ML concepts and real-world applications. You’ll take on projects that help you build cutting-edge skills and tackle real business challenges.

  • Best-in-Class Faculty: Learn from leading academicians and industry experts dedicated to equipping you with practical AI and ML skills.

  • Industry-Relevant Projects: Complete 8+ hands-on projects across multiple modules during weekend sessions, by applying classroom concepts to real-world problems.

  • Live Online Mentorship and Webinars: Access live mentoring sessions and webinars with professionals from diverse backgrounds for insights, guidance on industry trends, and project support.


  • Earn a certificate from UT Austin: After the successful completion of the program, earn a certificate from a world-renowned university. 


  • Flexibility: Gain access to 200+ hours of content online, including lectures, assignments, and live webinars, which you can access anytime, anywhere.

  • Great Learning Advantage: Receive personalized career support, including tailored guidance, resume and LinkedIn reviews, and mock interview sessions to help you succeed.

Can I pursue this course while working full-time?

Yes, this program is designed for working professionals. Its flexible online format, structured milestones, and dedicated mentor support make it easy to balance learning with your job, so you can upskill at a steady pace without pausing your career.

Will I receive alumni status or university credits?

No, learners who complete the PGP-AIML from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin do not receive alumni status. However, learners would earn 9 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), which reflect the time and effort dedicated to professional learning in this program.

What is the required weekly time commitment?

The program requires about 8-10 hours a week, which includes:


  • 2-3 Hours of recorded lectures


  • 2-hour mentored learning sessions on weekends (hands-on practice & problem-solving)


  • 1 Hour of practice exercises or assessments


  • 2-4 Hours of self-study and practice, based on your background

How will my performance be evaluated in the PGP AIML by UT Austin program?

There will be a continuous evaluation of your performance through quizzes, assignments, case studies, and project reports.

What is the PG Program in AI and Machine Learning about?

The Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning is offered by the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin in collaboration with Great Learning. It is designed to provide a comprehensive and hands-on learning experience to the learners with no prior programming background. 


The course begins with foundational concepts in Python and progresses into advanced areas such as Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and Generative AI. 


With personalized mentorship, structured milestones, and collaborative peer interaction, learners are supported at every step to ensure consistent progress and meaningful outcomes.

What is the duration of this Texas McCombs AI ML program?

The program’s duration is 7 months.

What is the structure of the Artificial Intelligence course?

The program is delivered entirely online with micro-classes of up to 25 students. It features live interactive online sessions from mentors, recorded sessions and webinars.

What career opportunities will I get after completing this Artificial Intelligence course?

Completing this PGP-AIML can help open doors for you to a wide range of roles in the AI and data science space. Depending on your background and experience, you may explore opportunities such as:

  • AI Engineer

  • Machine Learning Engineer

  • Data Scientist

  • AI Specialist 

  • Computer Vision Engineer 

  • NLP Engineer  

  • Business Analyst 

  • Research Scientist (AI, ML, Deep Learning)

  • Robotics Scientist

  • Robotics Engineer

What role does Great Learning play in this AI course?

Great Learning partners with The McCombs School to deliver high-quality AI-ML education and personalized mentorship. Great Learning offers services that include:

  • E-Portfolio for Projects: Build a standout portfolio showcasing your skills to employers.
  • Resume Creation and Interview Preparation: Get career development support, including resume workshops and mock interviews.
  • LinkedIn Profile Review: Receive expert guidance to optimize your professional profile for recruiters.
  • Mock Interviews: Practice with industry professionals to sharpen your interview skills.
  • 1:1 Career Guidance and Mentorship: Get tailored guidance from AI-ML experts to steer your career in the right direction.

Who are the industry mentors providing guidance throughout the program?

The mentors in this program are seasoned industry experts from leading organizations, bringing extensive experience in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. They offer invaluable insights, hands-on guidance, and practical expertise that support your learning journey. Below are the details of the mentors:


Mentor Name

Position

Organization

Idris Malik

Software Engineer, Machine Learning

Meta

Nimish Srivastava

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Adobe

Franck Tchuente

Senior Data Scientist

Paper

Vybhav Reddy K C

Senior Data Scientist

Socure

Dipjyoti Das

Staff Data Scientist

One Concern

Omid Badretale

Senior Research Data Scientist

Alternative Data RBC Capital Markets

Asghar Mohammadi

Senior Data Scientist

Cvent

Rafat Mohammed

Senior Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics

Gordon Food Service

Mustakim Helal

Senior Data Engineer

CGI

Alisher Mansurov

Assistant Professor

Nipissing University

Shahzeb Shahid

Senior Data Scientist

Kroll

Yusuf Baktir

Senior Data Scientist

Wider Circle

Shekhar Tanwar

Machine Learning Engineer

Highmark Inc.

Mahmudul Hasan

Lead Data Scientist

TELUS Communications

Olha Kuzaka

Senior Software Engineer 1 - Data, Tech Lead

BenchSci

Karlos Muradyan

Data Scientist

Teck Resources Limited

Marcelo Guarido de Andrade

Senior Data Scientist and Head of the CREWES Data Science Initiative

University of Calgary

Kandarp Patel

Staff Data Scientist, AI/ML

Walmart

Ben Brock

Teaching Assistant to Professor Stuart Urban for Quantitative Financial Analysis course

Johns Hopkins University Carey School of Business

What is the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning course from The University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business?

Discover the power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at The University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business.

 

Experience the remarkable capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) through the exceptional academic programs offered by The University of Texas at Austin's esteemed McCombs School of Business. This Post Graduate Program is designed to provide learners with essential analytical and practical skills, enabling them to lead organizations in the AI revolution. Taught through a combination of engaging lectures, hands-on demonstrations, live mentored learning, and live webinars, you will learn to apply newly emerging technologies in the workplace effectively. 

 

This PGP in AI-ML at UT Austin includes a comprehensive curriculum empowering learners to master the basics of programming and the most widely used industry-relevant tools and techniques. With a unique approach, you will gain a solid foundation in AI-ML and be well-equipped to tackle real-world challenges. 


With access to industry-standard resources and hands-on projects, you will gain practical experience to become an expert in the field through AI training. The Post Graduate Program’s dedicated mentors and career guidance will also support your transition to a lucrative career in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
 

What is the ranking of The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin)?

UT Austin is recognized as a top-tier institution. According to the QS World University Rankings 2022, UT Austin ranks 3rd in the U.S. for Business Analytics. 


The Financial Times 2022 placed UT Austin 6th globally for Executive Education - Custom Programs.

What is the curriculum of the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin AI and Machine Learning program?

The curriculum of this program covers: 

  • Foundations of AI and ML: Python, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistics.

  • Machine Learning Concepts: Supervised learning, ensemble techniques, feature engineering, model tuning, unsupervised learning, AI engineering, model deployment.

  • AI & Deep Learning: Neural networks, TensorFlow, Keras, computer vision, natural language processing, recommendation systems.

What are the learning outcomes of the online AI and Machine Learning course from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin?

By the end of this program, you will:

  • Gain familiarity with industry-relevant AI and Machine Learning tools and technologies.

  • Apply AI and ML techniques through hands-on projects that address practical business challenges.

  • Build expertise in designing solutions using Machine Learning and Deep Learning methods.

  • Develop skills in key application areas such as Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision.

  • Understand the transformative role of AI across sectors and how it is reshaping modern industries

  • Build a project-based AI and ML portfolio that demonstrates your capabilities and applied knowledge

Which languages and tools will I learn in this Artificial Intelligence course?

This program will introduce you to the industry-relevant tools including Python, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, TensorFlow, Keras, and Scikit-learn, and others.

What projects are included in the UT Austin Machine Learning certificate program?

The projects included in this program are designed to build industry relevant skills with expert guidance. Learners will complete 8+ industry-relevant projects, including:

  • Airplane Passenger Satisfaction Prediction – Marketing

  • Facebook Comments Prediction – Social Media

  • West Nile Virus Prediction – Social + Healthcare

  • Insurance Premium Default Propensity Prediction – Insurance

  • Retail Sales Prediction – Retail

  • Loan Customer Identification – Banking

  • CEO Compensation – HR

  • Insurance Data Visualization – Insurance

Who are the faculty members teaching this AI course?

The renowned academicians and practitioners from Texas McCombs and Great Learning deliver this top notch program with a rich, real-world perspective on AI and ML.

What certificate will I receive after completing this AI and Machine Learning certificate course from The McCombs School?

Upon completing the program, you will earn the prestigious Post Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Business Applications from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. 


This certificate validates your mastery of AI-ML skills and enhances your career prospects.

Admissions & Eligibility

Who is the AI and Machine Learning program ideal for?

This AI and Machine Learning program is ideal for:


  • Young professionals who want to kickstart their career in the AI domain.

  • Mid-senior professionals who want to step into senior roles with advanced  AI skills .

  • Project Managers who want to effectively manage AI/ML projects through best practices.

  • Tech Leaders who want to lead AI innovation with strategic insights and advanced AI/ML skills.

What is the admission process of the AI and Machine Learning course offered by the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin?

  • Fill application form: Apply by filling a simple online application form.

  • Interview Process: A panel from Great Learning will review your application to determine your fit for the program.

  • Join program: After a final review, you will receive an offer for a seat in the upcoming cohort of the program.

When is the application deadline for this course?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all cohort seats are filled. We recommend applying early to improve your chances and allow ample preparation time.

What are the eligibility criteria for enrolling in this AI and Machine Learning online course offered by the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin?

To be eligible for this program, you need to have:

  • A bachelor’s or undergraduate degree with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.

  • No prior programming experience 

Fee & Payment

What payment methods are available to pay my course fee?

You can pay via bank transfer or credit/debit cards. 

For assistance, contact aiml.utaustin@mygreatlearning.com or call +1 512-861-6570.

Are there any additional expenses related to buying books, online resources, or license fees?

No, there are no additional expenses that you have to pay for resource materials or books. All required materials are accessible online via the LMS. Faculty may recommend optional reading for deeper learning.

Does this program accept corporate sponsorships?

Yes, corporate sponsorships are accepted. We assist candidates with their applications. 

Contact us at +1 512-861-6570 for details.

What is the AI/ML course fee to pursue this PG Program?

The total program fee is USD 3,800 . Please contact the Program Advisor for details on payment options.
Others

Why should I take up AI training?

AI and Machine Learning are driving innovations in healthcare, finance, retail and many other sectors. Learning these skills can help you keep up with changes in your field, discover new job opportunities and solve complex problems using data-driven techniques. If you want to work in tech or upskill in your existing job, understanding AI and ML skills can make you more competitive.

How do I know if AI and Machine Learning skills are right for my career path?

If you are interested in data, enjoy resolving complex problems, and are curious about how technology can be used to make better business decisions, AI and Machine Learning courses can be a great fit for you. These skills are in high demand across industries. 

Whether you're looking to move into a more technical role or add advanced capabilities to your current profession, learning AI and ML can open new and diverse career opportunities for you.

What are the most popular tools and programming languages used in AI and ML?

The most popular tools and programming languages used in AI and ML include:


  • Python, the most widely-used language 

  • Jupyter Notebooks and 

  • Google Colab 

How is AI being used in emerging technologies like Generative AI and autonomous systems?

Generative AI relies on AI to create original content like writing, images, music, and even code by learning patterns from huge data. 


AI allows autonomous systems to understand their surroundings through sensors, make real-time decisions, and navigate without human intervention. For example, self-driving vehicles and drones. Thanks to these advances, transportation, delivery, and manufacturing have become better and a lot more manageable.

What industries are hiring AI and ML professionals the most?

AI and Machine Learning skills are in high demand across many industries like:

  • Technology 

  • Healthcare 

  • Finance 

  • Retail 

  • Manufacturing

  • Logistics

These industries are looking for professionals who can analyze data, build intelligent systems, and drive innovation.

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McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin is collaborating with Great Learning to deliver this program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Business Applications to learners from around the world. Great Learning is an ed-tech company that has empowered learners from over 14+ countries in achieving positive outcomes for their career growth.

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