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BrainStation

Average Rating 4.66
2,339 Reviews 20 Courses

BrainStation is a global digital skills provider empowering teams and professionals with industry-recognized certifications and world-class instruction across AI, Product Management, Product Design, Data, and Digital Marketing. We specialize in in-person learning experiences and corporate training programs, trusted by everyone from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth emerging companies. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative brands to develop cutting-edge, real-world digital education. Whether students are looking for career transformation or professional development, BrainStation offers a range of learning options, including full-time and part-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.

BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with a regularly updated curriculum to ensure professionals gain the most relevant skills in their field. The class structure combines engaging, live instruction with interactive sessions and a hands-on, project-based curriculum. BrainStation also provides a variety of flexible learning options, including a proprietary online classroom and learning environment. This environment lets students attend live lectures, collaborate with fellow professionals, and receive immediate, real-time feedback from instructors – from anywhere in the world.

BrainStation has trained more than 30,000 alumni in over 100 countries. BrainStation’s bootcamps offer personalized career services, including career coaching to help learners meet their career goals. Networking and career-oriented events are also available at BrainStation.

Reviews

2,339 alumni reviews of BrainStation

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    Sven Ostertag
    Graduate · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · December 2022

    A lot of material, a lot of work, great resources

    The course is pretty comprehensive. It's a huge amount of material fit into 3 months, including both the technical and jobsearch material. They walk you through all the concepts, and give you some very helpful notebooks for future...
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    5.0
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    Diogo Viana
    Graduate · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · December 2022

    Exhausting but worth

    I the beginning of the bootcamp I did not believe that I was able to accomplished so many things during the 12 weeks. After completing the bootcamp I have learned so many different concepts.

    In addition, the experience with the real world...
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    Carla
    Industrial Automation Technician · Web Development Course Online · December 2022

    Industry leading instructors

    Experienced and up to date instructors, great staff support, resourceful networking events and excellent content prepared. Fast paced though, I would prefer in person so that the instructors could see the students needs and support them individually. 
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    Al
    Student · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2022

    The chance to challenge yourself, and get an incredible network.

    *Before starting, I want to make a mental health note* If you have anxiety or struggle with perfectionism/etc, I recommend taking time to get your anxiety-management tools ready before you start.* The course really will feel like you just learned 1-2...
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    Jide
    Student · User Experience Design Course · December 2022

    A deluge of knowledge

    This program is packed full with a lot of information. The schedule will be very rigorous and it's best not to juggle this program with anything else because there will be many long hours. You will however come out with projects for your portfolio, a...
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    4.0
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    Shakira M.
    Graduate · Product Management Course Online · December 2022

    Amazing Experience w/ BrainStation

    My experience with BrainStation has been nothing short of amazing. My instructors (Emma J. & Hamza E.) were incredibly knowledgeable, offered thought-provoking lesson plans and engaged our cohort to work together on our journey through Product...
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    Sajid Zaman
    Lead BSA - Digital Onboarding Integration · Product Management Course Online · December 2022

    Really great introduction to Product Management

    I didn't know what to expect coming into this course. I wanted to reconfirm and give myself a structure of the product management and product lifecycle by actually undertaking the each step in the process. I will say that is exactly what this course...
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    Maytte R
    Student · Data Analytics Course Online · December 2022

    Such a great experience!

    I had a great experience taking this course. The instructors were knowledgeable, helpful, and really provided me all the tools I needed to succeed. I highly recommend them and will be taking another course with them again in the near future.
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    Aarzoo Kapoor
    Project Manager · Product Management Course · December 2022

    Amazing Course

    Amazing course for someone like me who is new to Product management. It was a great kickstart to the field, understanding the fine details and meeting like-minded people. Appreciate all the guidance we got from Guy & Ibiere. Thank you all for...
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    5.0
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    margaret stodart
    technical writer/marketing writer · Digital Marketing Course · December 2022

    HELPFUL, INFORMATIVE, JAM-PACKED DIGITAL MARKETING COURSE

    Opened up a whole new field of interest to me as a professional communicator/marketing writer.  Because of this course, I will be pursuing other Brainstation options.  The courses are first-rate but intensive.   They are well recognized within my field...
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    Rajpreet Kaur Saini
    Student · User Experience Design Course · December 2022

    Industry relevant and hands-on course

    The UX Design course was a great way to learn about the industry, technical skills and tools. By the end of the course, I was equipped with the knowledge and technical skills to start networking and build a portfolio. The instructors tie each lessons...
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    Omar Ghazzi
    Student · Product Management Course · December 2022

    Fun interesting collaborative

    I really enjoyed my experience at Brainstation. I got to learn about the key concepts in product management, definitions, frameworks, how to prioritize, and how to thinking about problems and solutions related to products.

    It was great meeting...
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    Ashuni Patel
    Product Development Consultant · Product Management Course · December 2022

    Extremely Interesting and Hands on learning

    This course provided a great overview for what to expect when studying product management. Having industry professionals teaching the course helps with getting real-life example based answers to our questions. The group project also helps with learning...
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    Mitch T
    Student · Product Management Course · December 2022

    Product Management @ Brainstation

    Great course! Lot's of real world examples from the instructors, who work in the industry. Class was very collaborative, and everyone is super nice and welcoming. Pretty detailed curriculum. Highly recommend this course for anyone looking for a...
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    Jeenal Chheda
    UI UX Designer · User Experience Design Course · December 2022

    Great insights into learning UX research methods!

    The program deep-dives into different user research methods and gives a sneak peek into all the processes that are required to become a UX Designer. The learning experience has been great and the teachers help understand complicated concepts by...
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    Obed Cundangan
    Student · User Experience Design Course · December 2022

    Good Intro to UX Design

    Overall it was a really good experience! I missed 2 classes in a row due to travel so that kind of set me behind, which means I was kind of scrambling to get my final project done, but the course delivered what I expected from it, which was more of an...
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    Sheena Hakimian
    Digital Consumer Marketing Director · Data Analytics Course · December 2022

    BrainStation Data Analytics Course - Amazing class!

    I am beyond thrilled about my experience in BrainStation's NYC Data Analytics 10 week course. My teachers were incredibly knowledgeable and patient (shout out to Nathan Feifel and Wesley Pyen)! The class was structured in a way that fostered in depth...
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    Jie
    Student · Part-Time Web Development Bootcamp Online · December 2022

    unforgettable experience!

    I was a housewife before I attend this bootcamp. Everything is so new and fast-paced. Luckily, I came up with a very nice cohort. Educators are so knowledgeable and helpful. TA's assistance are so prompt and effective. I enjoyed not only the learning...
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    Nayara Bueno
    Student · Search Engine Marketing · December 2022

    Awesome learning experience at BrainStaion

    I just finished three courses at BrainStation (Digital Marketing, SEM and Social Media Marketing) and I loved it. Great instructors who share a lot of real-life experiences and support you all the way through. One of the highlights of this learning...
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    Lydia Thurton
    Naturopathic Doctor · Product Management Course · November 2022

    Very informative, practical course. Excellent.

    I enjoyed the product management course. As an entrepreneur, it validated a lot of the things I've learned informally throughout my years of work. I look forward to staying connected with my classmates and would take another course w/ Brainstation in...
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Updated June 29, 2022
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Updated February 06, 2023
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Is BrainStation worth it?

BrainStation hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!

How much does BrainStation cost?

BrainStation costs around $3,950. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Python Programmer Certification (PPC™) (Online) cost $2,950.

Where does BrainStation have campuses?

BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, New York City, and Toronto. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like BrainStation offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.

Is BrainStation legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

Can I read BrainStation reviews?

You can read 2,339 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

Is BrainStation accredited?

While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. BrainStation doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.

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