CU Boulder’s Master’s in Data Science – you can earn credits by taking the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate on Coursera!

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The IBM Data Science Professional Certificate on Coursera is a very popular program with over  178,802 learners already enrolled. Similarly the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Master of Science in Data Science (MS-DS) program, offered in partnership with Coursera, has been a remarkable success with over 1,300 students enrolling in each session since its launch in 2021.

IBM Data Science Professional Certificate, provides a hands-on opportunity to perform applied data science methods, models, and techniques to real-world problems. The CU Boulder’s MS-DS program includes real-world industry datasets, that are applied to domains such as geospatial analytics, business analytics and natural language processing.

Both programs offer a flexible and asynchronous schedule that allows students to engage with the coursework at their convenience. Together, these programs offer an affordable and accessible pathway for students seeking professional skills and an advanced degree in data science.

CU Boulder is now collaborating with IBM to offer graduate–level credit for students who have completed the IBM professional certificate and finish a graduate capstone credit course in the MS–DS program. This collaboration provides students with the skills needed to succeed in the data science field. Additionally, enables students  to earn an industry-recognized credential while completing their graduate degree.

Learn more about the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate and enroll today with a 7-day free trial!