University of South Florida

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Some programs may require foundational coursework in mathematics, computer science, or statistics, though prerequisites can often be completed concurrently.

About This Program

This graduate-level certificate provides a foundation in the computational and statistical methods used to mine information and predict outcomes.

Career Outcomes

Gain machine learning skills to advance as Machine Learning Engineer in Cross-Industry AI

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. AI Data Scientist
• 3. AI Solutions Architect
• 4. Business Intelligence Analyst with AI focus

What You'll Learn

• Design, develop, and evaluate machine learning models for real-world applications
• Apply deep learning techniques to complex problems including computer vision and natural language understanding
• Implement AI systems with ethical considerations, bias mitigation, and responsible deployment practices
• Translate business problems into AI solutions using contemporary tools and frameworks

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum includes core courses in statistical foundations, applied data intelligence, data mining, and optimization methods with industrial applications.

Top Employers

Top employers in AI include major technology companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, Meta, and Apple, as well as financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and government agencies investing in AI capabilities.

Admissions

Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Some programs may require foundational coursework in mathematics, computer science, or statistics, though prerequisites can often be completed concurrently.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)