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.
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2,339 alumni reviews of BrainStation
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AAnonymousGraduate · Data Science Course Online · August 2023
Pretty good
I think it was a good overview of some of the important skills required for a career in Data Science. It was definitely pretty intense near the end, but I learned a lot. The focus on python was very appreciated. They desperately need a professional...I think it was a good overview of some of the important skills required for a career in Data Science. It was definitely pretty intense near the end, but I learned a lot. The focus on python was very appreciated. They desperately need a professional to teach their AI Ethics class. That class, consisting in a single 2 hour "discussion period" was not good.Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Science Course Online · August 2023
Informative and complete
Overall a super informative course that has helped me learn new skills and transition to a new career. The instructors are all very informed and go out of their way to make sure you are on track and happy with the content delivery.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Analytics Course · August 2023
Excellent Course
I found this course so helpful and thought the instructor and his lead did a great job of pace and with overall presentation.
Incredibly professional, patient and able to work with my classmates at all levels. Also the networking is really helpful...I found this course so helpful and thought the instructor and his lead did a great job of pace and with overall presentation.
Incredibly professional, patient and able to work with my classmates at all levels. Also the networking is really helpful on events, you will have the opportunity to meet new people every event that happens every 2 weeks.
I learned a lot, really helpful and great teacher! Her knowledge is really valuable. It’s a lot of material to cover in 10 weeks, the last week felt rushed. But still exceeded expectations, great learning experience and great content. Good pace, good content, good support – really enjoyable and informative.
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AAnonymousStudent · Data Science Course Online · August 2023
Brain Station Data Science Online
This is the second course for me at Brain Station. This course is quite difficult for me as I don't have statistical or programming background like other students in class. The instructors went through the material quickly. Extra time outside of...This is the second course for me at Brain Station. This course is quite difficult for me as I don't have statistical or programming background like other students in class. The instructors went through the material quickly. Extra time outside of class is required to get through and understand the material. Sometimes, the assignments for each class is different from what the class notes is about. No assignments are required to be handed in.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousBusiness Analyst · Data Analytics Course Online · August 2023
Data Analytics with Paras & Deyvison
Overall, I enjoyed my instructors - Deyvison and Paras. However, the amount of content they wanted to cover across the 8 classes was too optimistic, which I felt resulted in very surface topics covered for each topic and software. And in turn, we don't...Overall, I enjoyed my instructors - Deyvison and Paras. However, the amount of content they wanted to cover across the 8 classes was too optimistic, which I felt resulted in very surface topics covered for each topic and software. And in turn, we don't have enough skills to support our final project. We could've spent less time on intro to data (ex. the useful case etc.), and focused more on the hard skills. It would be helpful if the course was a longer.Overall2.0Curriculum2.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousJunior Web Developer · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · August 2023
Industry Standard for Career Transitioning
After speaking with the BrainStation learning advisors and gaining an understanding of what to expect from taking their Software Engineering bootcamp, I can safely say as a graduate that the program has delivered beyond expectations. Within a few...After speaking with the BrainStation learning advisors and gaining an understanding of what to expect from taking their Software Engineering bootcamp, I can safely say as a graduate that the program has delivered beyond expectations. Within a few months of completing the program and with no prior professional experience in the field, I have now gained employment as a working software engineer thanks to the curriculum, instructors and network I have gained.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Artificial Intelligence Course Online · August 2023
Amazing way to dive into the world of Ai
I have recently finished the BrainStation AI 5week course and the experience was just great. We explored the foundations of AI and got high-level understanding of different types of AI and how they work under the hood. The most fun part was learning...I have recently finished the BrainStation AI 5week course and the experience was just great. We explored the foundations of AI and got high-level understanding of different types of AI and how they work under the hood. The most fun part was learning how to create good prompts for gen AI and applying the learning in a hands on project.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Analytics Course · July 2023
Data Analytics in Brainstation
I truly appreciated the knowledge and experience I gained from the course, and it has ignited my passion for further exploring the fascinating world of Data Analytics. The course content provided a solid foundation for understanding Data Analytics in...I truly appreciated the knowledge and experience I gained from the course, and it has ignited my passion for further exploring the fascinating world of Data Analytics. The course content provided a solid foundation for understanding Data Analytics in real-world scenarios. However, the only minor drawback was the compact timing, which left us wanting more as they couldn't delve into all the details.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support3.0Instructors3.0 -
AAnonymousna · User Experience Design Course · July 2023
Good Baseline Course
This is a good course to take in order to learn the basics of UX Design. Gives you a baseline understanding of the concepts applied in User Experience, and how they are applied to designs. Focused on conducting research and applying feedback all...This is a good course to take in order to learn the basics of UX Design. Gives you a baseline understanding of the concepts applied in User Experience, and how they are applied to designs. Focused on conducting research and applying feedback all related to a final project of a prototype.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Data Analytics Course · July 2023
Very good course
I took the Data Analytics course and I enjoyed a lot and learn so many things. It covers Excel, SqL and Tableau. For me the most interesting part was Tableau. because you can communicate data that help your company to make decisions.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousRights Manager · Data Analytics Course · July 2023
Incredible
I started this course with basic knowledge of SQL and afraid to use it. This course gave me the tools to try to work with the language and move forward. The use of the data analytics software was the highlight of the course. I used tableau back in 2013...I started this course with basic knowledge of SQL and afraid to use it. This course gave me the tools to try to work with the language and move forward. The use of the data analytics software was the highlight of the course. I used tableau back in 2013 and it was not easy to use, but today with the knowledge I acquire and I can set up this for the company I work for and use other data analytics tools too with more confidence.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Analytics Course · July 2023
Fun, fast-paced class
I really enjoyed the collaborative work environment and the review of basic concepts. I really wish the class duration was longer. Maybe another month or two to cover SQL in more depth! The course also had an amazing instructor, and I can't say enough...I really enjoyed the collaborative work environment and the review of basic concepts. I really wish the class duration was longer. Maybe another month or two to cover SQL in more depth! The course also had an amazing instructor, and I can't say enough positive things about her.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousDir. of Ecommerce · Product Management Course · July 2023
Challenging but rewarding
Great certificate course for people who are interested in what goes into product management as a career, especially for those that do not have direct access to a product management role within their current job.
Super fast-paced and requires a...Great certificate course for people who are interested in what goes into product management as a career, especially for those that do not have direct access to a product management role within their current job.
Super fast-paced and requires a lot of at-home work to pull together the final.
My only critical piece of feedback is that it would have been nice to see an example final project before we began working on ours. The final project template provided by Brainstation didn't align with what our instructors told us to pull together -- it was definitely a good guide but it would have been nice to see an example project to really ground ourselves into what makes a good presentation, especially for those who are totally new to product management.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · July 2023
Excellent Product Management Certificate Course
I took the Product Management Certificate course starting in May 2023. The instructors had extensive experience in the field and were able to impart expert advice when it came to interview for Product Management jobs as well as the most important...I took the Product Management Certificate course starting in May 2023. The instructors had extensive experience in the field and were able to impart expert advice when it came to interview for Product Management jobs as well as the most important things to pay attention to in the course material to excel in the role. If you are interested in pursuing a career in Product Management I would highly recommend this course as I feel I have a solid foundation to start applying for and interviewing for such roles.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Data Science Course Online · July 2023
An Empowering Learning Journey with BrainStation
I recently completed the Data Science bootcamp at BrainStation, and I must say it was an incredibly enriching and transformative experience. From the very beginning, I was impressed with the organization and support provided by the BrainStation team....I recently completed the Data Science bootcamp at BrainStation, and I must say it was an incredibly enriching and transformative experience. From the very beginning, I was impressed with the organization and support provided by the BrainStation team. One of the highlights of the bootcamp was the hands-on projects and real-world challenges we worked on. These projects not only reinforced our learning but also provided an opportunity to showcase our skills to potential employers.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · July 2023
Brainstation Course review
My experience during the BrainStation Product Management Course was very favorable and it allowed me to understand the process a Product Manager is responsible for and how each step must be implemented, which tools and software to use. It also served...My experience during the BrainStation Product Management Course was very favorable and it allowed me to understand the process a Product Manager is responsible for and how each step must be implemented, which tools and software to use. It also served me a lot to evaluate a possible career change.
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AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · July 2023
Beginner's Overview for Product Management
I recently completed a Product Management course at Brainstation and it was great. The instructors did amazingly well explaining theoretical concepts and including real-life examples so that the concepts are really easy to follow and understand. I...I recently completed a Product Management course at Brainstation and it was great. The instructors did amazingly well explaining theoretical concepts and including real-life examples so that the concepts are really easy to follow and understand. I appreciate that the instructors also bring in different perspectives in class, knowing that the PM career path and experience isn't the same across different companies and industries. I also enjoy that they send further reading, such as videos and articles, after class, to learn more and dive deeper into certain class topics.
In terms of the class format, i love that there are activities included in between class instruction to help us apply the concepts being taught. Despite there's quite a bit of work that needs to be done for the final project, I love that we get to present it and get constructive feedback from the instructors to further learn and apply the concepts being taught in class.
All in all, I enjoy this experience and would highly recommend for somebody looking to transition into product management.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Product Management Course · July 2023
Great Learning Experience
Overall the course was well structured and the instructors knew their stuff. Only thing I wish is that there was more actual sprint application from a development perspective but it's understandable because of the 8 week timeframe.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousAssociate Learning Advisor @BrainStation · User Experience Design Course · July 2023
Incredibly memorable and insightful
My experience as a UX Design Certificate Student was fantastic. Kash and Shawn were my Instructors and they were both extremely knowledgeable, fun, easy to talk to, and engaging! I feel like I truly learned the fundamentals of UX Design in this Course,...My experience as a UX Design Certificate Student was fantastic. Kash and Shawn were my Instructors and they were both extremely knowledgeable, fun, easy to talk to, and engaging! I feel like I truly learned the fundamentals of UX Design in this Course, and I'm proud to say I feel much more confident with my Figma (Software) skills!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Digital Marketing Course · July 2023
Digital Marketing
I really enjoyed this course and after this course I can start my Digital Marketing journey.
We had enough information about social media marketing, Email marketing , SEO/sem , content creation, creat Marketing CampaignsOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0
Courses
20 BrainStation Courses
Full details, syllabus, tuition, and reviews available on each course page.
Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Science Certification (DSC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Science Certification (DSC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Design Leadership Certification (DLC™) (In-Person)
6 weeks
$3,950
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Design Leadership Certification (DLC™) (Online)
6 weeks
$3,950
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Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Updated June 27, 2019
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Updated February 20, 2019
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Updated September 10, 2018
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Updated March 19, 2018
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Updated December 14, 2017
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Updated January 08, 2018
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Is BrainStation worth it?
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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.
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person), Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online), Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person), Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online) and 16 more.
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.
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