Non-Credit Certificates

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Courses Starting June 29th

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Data Science

The Foundations of Data Science with Python Certificate dives into Python and statistics to prepare you for roles in data science and data analytics. After finishing the program, you can work with a Pathstream Career Coach to find roles that align with your past experience and future goals. We recommend that students have taken the Tableau Data Analytics Certificate, but this is not required.

Courses Starting August 24th

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Asana Project Management

The Asana Project Management Certificate program prepares you for a career in the growing field of project management through hands-on practice with tools such as Asana and spreadsheets. You will gain a strong understanding of project management concepts including stakeholder management, risk management, and tracking key milestones. Through projects, you will practice your skills and build a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Asana.

 

Facebook Digital Marketing

The Facebook Digital Marketing Certificate program prepares you for a career in the growing field of digital marketing through hands-on practice with tools such as Facebook Ads and Google Analytics. You will gain a strong understanding of core digital marketing concepts including brand positioning and market segmentation, and will learn how to run digital ads and analyze the results. Through project work, you will practice your skills and build a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Facebook.

 

Salesforce Administrator

The Salesforce Administrator Career Certificate offers you hands-on practice with all the Salesforce tools needed to prepare you for careers in the growing field of customer relationship management (CRM). You will gain a strong understanding of business processes in sales, the sales cycle, and more. Through assigned projects, you will practice your skills and develop a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Salesforce Trailhead.

 

Tableau Data Analytics Certificate

The Tableau Data Analytics Certificate will prepare you for a career in the growing field of data analytics through hands-on practice with tools such as Tableau and MySQL. You will gain a strong understanding of core analytics concepts and will hone your skills through projects, building a portfolio of work to show future employees, with no prerequisites or experience in data analytics required. Upon completion, you will earn a certificate co-branded with NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Tableau.

 

Unity Immersive Design

The Unity Immersive Design Certificate prepares you for a career in the growing field of 3D design through hands-on practice with Unity. You will gain a strong understanding of immersive design and learn how to deploy VR and AR applications, building a portfolio of work to show future employers. Upon completion, you will earn a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Unity.

Data Science

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Data Science

The Foundations of Data Science with Python Certificate dives into Python and statistics to prepare you for roles in data science and data analytics. After finishing the program, you can work with a Pathstream Career Coach to find roles that align with your past experience and future goals. We recommend that students have taken the Tableau Data Analytics Certificate, but this is not required.

 

Information Visualization

The Information Visualization Specialization provides you with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to develop a strong foundation in information visualization and to design and develop advanced applications for visual data analysis. The specialization is organized around four courses that cover fundamentals, applied perception, advanced visualization method and interactive visualization. This specialization prepares you to work on complex data science projects that require the development of interactive visual interfaces for data analysis.

 

Introduction to Databases

The Introduction to Databases Certificate program will teach you everything you need to know to start using a relational database management system in the Web, the Cloud, and embedded applications. Database development and administration skills are required in most Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science jobs. The courses utilize the open-source relational database MySQL.

 

Machine Learning and Finance

The Professional Certificate in Machine Learning and Finance will provide you with the key skills for constructing machine learning models, and using data to inform decisions. Whether you are a trader, financial analyst or programmer; whether your focus is on portfolio management or quantitative analytics, you will acquire the skills to apply both Classical Machine Learning and Neural Network/Deep Learning solutions to problems in finance. As important: you will learn a systematic approach to problem solving through data analysis, increasing your value in the emerging data-driven world.

 

Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance

The Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance Specialization aims to provide you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to develop a strong foundation on core paradigms and algorithms of machine learning (ML), with a particular focus on applications of ML to various practical problems in Finance. The specialization also aims to help students to be able to solve practical ML-amenable problems that they may encounter in real life.

 

Tableau Data Analytics Certificate

The Tableau Data Analytics Certificate will prepare you for a career in the growing field of data analytics through hands-on practice with tools such as Tableau and MySQL. You will gain a strong understanding of core analytics concepts and will hone your skills through projects, building a portfolio of work to show future employees, with no prerequisites or experience in data analytics required. Upon completion, you will earn a certificate co-branded with NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Tableau.

Design

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3D Capture: Scanning Techniques, Workflows & Applications

This two-week online intensive provides a deep dive into the universe of 3D scanning and the wide range of applications for this technology. You will explore innovations in the field of 3D content and 3D capture techniques, create 3D scans of different objects, and get hands-on experience with prototyping a project for the web and augmented reality.

 

Designing for the Future: Modern Interfaces & Emerging Technologies

This program provides an understanding of the design and business considerations for modern interfaces and emerging technologies for product managers and creative directors. You will explore the past and present landscape of digital interfaces, learn to identify patterns of good usability in design, and ideate new features and applications that incorporate emerging technologies such as AR, VR, Voice, AI and Machine Learning.

 

Foundations of UX and XR Design

Career opportunities for designers who can harness the power of XR are evolving in tandem with the demand for augmented and immersive experiences. The Foundations of UX and XR Design program provides an introduction to both UX and XR design principles and practices for traditional UX designers or individuals with visual design experience.

 

Human-Centered Design for AR & VR

This online course teaches a human-centered design process for AR and VR that can be used to create experiences across the mixed reality spectrum, and establish a practice that will continue to serve even as spatial computing evolves into new platforms and modes of interaction. The flexible, two-week-long online intensive combines video lectures with virtual workshops and group webinars focused on creating AR and VR.

 

Information Visualization

The Information Visualization Specialization provides you with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to develop a strong foundation in information visualization and to design and develop advanced applications for visual data analysis. The specialization is organized around four courses that cover fundamentals, applied perception, advanced visualization method, and interactive visualization. This specialization will enable you to work on complex data science projects that require the development of interactive visual interfaces for data analysis.

 

Integrated Digital Media

Whether you are a current or aspiring UI/UX Designer, Graphic Designer, or Multimedia artist, the Integrated Digital Media MicroMasters Certificate program will equip you with the critical knowledge, as well as the technical and creative skills for designing interactive digital experiences. You will leave this program with programming skills and media frameworks that will elevate your career. By the end of your coursework, you will also have a professional portfolio of work that exemplifies your technical and creative skills, which you can present to peers, graduate school programs, and potential employers. This certificate program consists of four courses: Creative Coding, Theories of Media and Technology, Media Law, and the Integrated Digital Media Capstone.

 

Professional Certificate in UX & Emerging Interaction Design

As emerging technologies such as AR, VR and voice interacton drive more utility consumer and enterprise applications such as augmented e-commerce, banking, and fitness, XR is poised for explosive growth. The Professional Certificate in UX & Emerging Interaction Design is a comprehensive six-month program created for UX designers or individuals with visual design experience who are ready to make the shift into creating user experiences for these new and emerging interaction patterns and possibilities.

 

Unity Development and Essential 3D Math

The Unity Development and Essential 3D Math program from NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering can help you begin to build your Unity skills by getting an introduction to the Unity game engine and the mathematical foundations necessary to succeed as a Unity developer and as a well-rounded 3D developer in general. You’ll develop a solid mathematical understanding of 3D spaces and be able to produce your own Unity projects using the Unity editor. Then you’ll delve into AR development, learning different AR types and development frameworks, and building mobile AR prototypes.

 

Unity Immersive Design

The Unity Immersive Design Certificate prepares you for a career in the growing field of 3D design through hands-on practice with Unity. You will gain a strong understanding of immersive design and learn how to deploy VR and AR applications, building a portfolio of work to show future employers. Upon completion, you will earn a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Unity.

 

Virtual Production: Remote Multi-User Collaboration & Content Creation in the unreal engine

This two-week online intensive is designed to help digital filmmakers, content directors, producers and technologists identify the types of virtual production tools, techniques and skills that are most relevant to their projects. For content creators using or just digging into Unreal Engine for the first time, this course covers remote multi-user collaboration techniques and scalable practices for short- and long-form workdelivers timely knowledge.

Cyber Security

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals

The Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate program will teach you core cybersecurity competencies including information security, network security and penetration testing. This exposure will allow the student to better understand the different opportunities available for employment in the cybersecurity sector. Demand for cybersecurity is exploding in both the United States and worldwide.

 

Emerging Computing Technologies: Cybersecurity

The Emerging Computing Technologies: Cybersecurity Certificate allows students to take graduate-level courses from Tandon Online’s Cybersecurity Master's Degree program to achieve the cutting-edge skills needed in this interdisciplinary course of study. The effects of Covid-19 have only accelerated the critical need to safeguard vast amounts of sensitive data stored in the digital universe as remote workforces and learners expand globally. The opportunities to enter or advance in this burgeoning field are endless, but one needs to have the skills to pursue them.

 

Introduction to Cyber Security

Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization was designed to help learners develop a deeper understanding of modern information and system protection technology and methods. The learning outcome is simple: We hope learners will develop a lifelong passion and appreciation for cyber security, which we are certain will help in future endeavors. Students, developers, managers, engineers, and even private citizens will benefit from this learning experience.

 

Mobile Payments Security

The Mobile Payment Security course in cybersecurity allows professionals to explore the core concepts in one of the fastest-growing fields: mobile payment security. Whether you are an analyst, architect, or administrator, this course will help you master the key challenges in any mobile payment implementation from EMV to secure enrollment to tokenization and beyond. Upon completion, you will receive a Verified Certificate from NYU/edx.

Programming & Computer Science

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Computer Science Fundamentals

The Computer Science Fundamentals Certificate program introduces learners to the basics of computer programming and computer systems, including hardware, operating systems and computer networking. No prior knowledge of programming or computer systems is required. This certificate program consists of these three courses: Introduction to Networking, Computer Hardware and Operating Systems, and Basics of Computer and Programming.

 

Introduction to Databases

The Introduction to Databases Certificate program will teach you everything you need to know to start using a relational database management system in the Web, the Cloud, and embedded applications. Database development and administration skills are required in most Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science jobs. The courses utilize the open-source relational database MySQL.

 

NYU Tandon Bridge

Created for students with non-technical undergraduate degrees, the 100% Online NYU Tandon Bridge program is an affordable, flexible way for students to gain the experience needed to be admitted into select graduate programs without the GRE. With major unmet demand for qualified professionals in computer science, data science, cybersecurity, and other high-growth tech fields, there's never been a better time to pursue an advanced engineering degree. Students who complete this 17-week or 24-week program are eligible to apply for select STEM Master’s degree programs at NYU Tandon or our partner schools.

 

Programming & Data Structures

The Programming & Data Structures Certificate program will teach you core computer science competencies in programming and data structures. Understanding how programming works is essential in many technical disciplines such Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science. The courses utilize the C++ programming languages to establish a solid foundation in programming and data structures for the students.

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Asana Project Management

The Asana Project Management Certificate program prepares you for a career in the growing field of project management through hands-on practice with tools such as Asana and spreadsheets. You will gain a strong understanding of project management concepts including stakeholder management, risk management, and tracking key milestones. Through projects, you will practice your skills and build a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Asana.

 

Emerging Computing Technologies: Bioinformatics

The Emerging Computing Technologies: Bioinformatics Certificate allows both those who are new to the field, or are experienced genomics professionals, to take the courses they want to introduce them to core concepts or fill in advanced areas of study. We at Tandon are educating and nurturing tomorrow​’​s biotech rock-stars, who can address infectious diseases (e.g., Zika or Ebola), genetic diseases (e.g., Cancer, Alzheimer or Autism), public health (Personalized Health Care Program, Diabetes or Obesity), agriculture (e.g., GMO, Genetically Modified Organisms) and green technology (e.g., Energy or GHG (Green House Gas)-sequestration.

 

Facebook Digital Marketing

The Facebook Digital Marketing Certificate program prepares you for a career in the growing field of digital marketing through hands-on practice with tools such as Facebook Ads and Google Analytics. You will gain a strong understanding of core digital marketing concepts including brand positioning and market segmentation, and will learn how to run digital ads and analyze the results. Through project work, you will practice your skills and build a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Facebook.

 

Salesforce Administrator

The Salesforce Administrator Career Certificate offers you hands-on practice with all the Salesforce tools needed to prepare you for careers in the growing field of customer relationship management (CRM). You will gain a strong understanding of business processes in sales, the sales cycle, and more. Through assigned projects, you will practice your skills and develop a portfolio of work to show to future employers, in addition to earning a certificate offered in partnership by NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Salesforce Trailhead.

 

A Linear System Approach to Wave Propagation

This course treats systems governed by the wave equation via the tools of linear system theory: convolutions and space/time Fourier transforms. The course will benefit both wireless communication researchers and signal processing researchers. It will equip you to pursue advanced research topics, such as super-directive antenna arrays, large intelligent surfaces, holographic MIMO, wireless power transfer, wavefield extrapolation, and video motion detection. The course also serves as a physical introduction to multidimensional signal processing.