University of Minnesota Boot Camps
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University of Minnesota Boot Camps offer a 12-week, full-time and 24-week, part-time web development courses, 24-week, part-time data analytics, cybersecurity, UX/UI, and financial technology courses, and an 18-week, part-time digital marketing course. The full stack curriculum includes HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Express.js, Node.js, databases, MongoDB, MySQL, and Git.
The data curriculum includes programming in Excel, Python, R programming, ...
University of Minnesota Boot Camps offer a 12-week, full-time and 24-week, part-time web development courses, 24-week, part-time data analytics, cybersecurity, UX/UI, and financial technology courses, and an 18-week, part-time digital marketing course. The full stack curriculum includes HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Express.js, Node.js, databases, MongoDB, MySQL, and Git.
The data curriculum includes programming in Excel, Python, R programming, JavaScript charting, HTML/CSS, API interactions, SQL, Tableau, fundamental statistics, machine learning, and more. Enjoy close collaboration with other professionals while receiving hands-on experience.
The cybersecurity curriculum offers hands-on training in networking, systems, web technologies, databases, and defensive and offensive cybersecurity.
The UX/UI program provides hands-on training in user-centric design research, design thinking, visual prototyping and wireframing, interface design, storyboarding, visual design theory, web prototyping with HTML5 and CSS, interaction design with JavaScript and jQuery, and more.
The fintech curriculum covers Python programming, financial libraries, machine learning algorithms, Ethereum, blockchain, and more.
The digital marketing curriculum covers highly relevant skills, training students in marketing strategy fundamentals, optimizing campaigns and websites, digital advertising and automation strategy, and more. Students will get hands-on experience with tools such as Google Analytics, Facebook Ads Manager, and Wordpress.
Applicants do not need prior experience to enroll, but once admitted, all students will complete a pre-course tutorial. As the programs are available in both full-time and part-time formats, University of Minnesota Boot Camps are designed for working professionals and students who are actively pursuing a career change or advancement or looking to gain a new skill set.
Students will have access to a range of career services including portfolio or homework reviews, resume and social media profile support, high-impact career events, workshops, mock interviews, and 1:1 career coaching. Graduates will receive a Full Stack Web Development Certificate, a Data Visualization and Analytics Certificate, a Cybersecurity Certificate, a UX/UI Certificate, or a Financial Technology Certificate from the University of Minnesota College of Continuing and Professional Studies. Successful graduates will have a portfolio of projects demonstrating a working knowledge of web development, data analytics, digital marketing, or financial technology or have the skills to receive cybersecurity certifications.
University of Minnesota Boot Camps are offered in collaboration with edX.
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- Manuel VelezGraduate • Cybersecurity - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInMar 15, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
The Cybersecurity Boot Camp was totally worth it!
I joined this program because I wanted to further expand my tech knowledge into cybersecurity and I didn't know how or where to begin. This program doesn't require having any cyber knowledge and it guided me from the very start. I can confidently say that I learned how to use various (ethical) hacking tools and even created my own hacking project for my final. 10/10 would recommend this boot camp to anyone that is looking where to start in cybersecurity. My instructor, Teaching Assistant...I joined this program because I wanted to further expand my tech knowledge into cybersecurity and I didn't know how or where to begin. This program doesn't require having any cyber knowledge and it guided me from the very start. I can confidently say that I learned how to use various (ethical) hacking tools and even created my own hacking project for my final. 10/10 would recommend this boot camp to anyone that is looking where to start in cybersecurity. My instructor, Teaching Assistants, and Student Success Manager were all super helpful and very knowledgeable!Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Mar 20, 2023
Thanks for your review, Manuel. We're thrilled to hear that you benefited from the extensive support provided by our team. It makes us proud to know that they were able to provide you with the assistance and guidance you needed during this challenging journey. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors. - Delphanie williamsGraduate • Cybersecurity - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInMar 10, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
challenging rewarding adventurous
I surprised myself to even enroll in school. I knew I was capable of so much more than just working a job, I wanted a career, but I didn't think I was good enough for school but look at me now, I did it. The journey wasn't easy, working fulltime and overtime but I pushed through and made it to the finish line.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
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Mar 13, 2023
Thank you for your review! We commend you for all of the hard work you put into your experience, as we know it can be challenging to learn so many new concepts and skills while working full-time. Congratulations on completing the boot camp, we wish you all the best in your future endeavors! - Ali AdsitDigital Marketing Manager • Student • Digital Marketing - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInJan 19, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Best decision I made
I was looking and thinking of a new career, I wanted to follow my passion of creating and learning something new! I was already starting my path as a content creator and brand ambassador so the next logical step seemed to be a program that would guide and develop my skills- I was not prepared for in depth marketing is but I’m excited and love learning all the new things! My bootcamp has brought me together with some of the best people who cheer each other on, and we have such respect for...I was looking and thinking of a new career, I wanted to follow my passion of creating and learning something new! I was already starting my path as a content creator and brand ambassador so the next logical step seemed to be a program that would guide and develop my skills- I was not prepared for in depth marketing is but I’m excited and love learning all the new things! My bootcamp has brought me together with some of the best people who cheer each other on, and we have such respect for each other! The staff is so amazing and although we got a new teacher mid way through, we didn’t miss a beat! We miss Taylor but they paired us with someone as amazing! If you are thinking about a new career, adding to your resume or looking to climb the next rung, this boot camp is for you!Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Jan 23, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Ali. We're glad to hear that you are having an overall positive experience with our boot camp, and applaud you on all of your hard work throughout the experience so far.
We're cheering you on as you continue the program, and we wish you all the best on your journey! - Chad LundStudent • Cybersecurity - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInSep 19, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Breaking into my dream field.
I would like to start by saying, this course has been exactly what I didn't know I needed. I had left my previous employer and was looking to break into a field I had a passion for. When I went my own way, I was mindlessly scrolling through job boards for tech jobs. It seemed I'd never find something that I qualified for or was in a field I wanted to be in. I happened to come across the U of M Cyber Security Course, and I thought what the heck. Ever since, I have been building my reperto...I would like to start by saying, this course has been exactly what I didn't know I needed. I had left my previous employer and was looking to break into a field I had a passion for. When I went my own way, I was mindlessly scrolling through job boards for tech jobs. It seemed I'd never find something that I qualified for or was in a field I wanted to be in. I happened to come across the U of M Cyber Security Course, and I thought what the heck. Ever since, I have been building my repertoire and honing my skills. All of the staff have been extremely helpful in guiding me. It wasn't easy mind you, but it has been rewarding. It took dedication to better myself, and now I feel like I have a thousand possible options. It hasn't just been the course material either. The Career Services provided a foundation to be as appealing to employers as possible, now and for the future. My resume would never have looked as good as it does now with out the professional guidance I received, and don't even get me started on my LinkedIn. I am prepared to start a career in a field that I'm passionate about and I have the tools to succeed, thanks to the Cyber Security course offered my the University of Minnesota.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
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Sep 23, 2022
Thanks for your review, Chad. We're thrilled to hear that you benefited from the extensive support provided by our team. It makes us proud to know that they were able to provide you with the support you needed during this challenging journey. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors. - Madison WilliamsUX/UI Boot Camp - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInSep 06, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
University of Minnesota UX/UI Boot Camp
I chose to move into UX Design after completing a freelance design job. I realized that while working on this project that I felt fulfilled and eager to keep working even after it was completed. I have never felt like that at a job before.
I really enjoyed my boot camp experience, while it was difficult and frustrating times, it was exciting to see my knowledge and skill grow in real time. My favorite part of the boot camp was probably working in studio classes where we were spli...I chose to move into UX Design after completing a freelance design job. I realized that while working on this project that I felt fulfilled and eager to keep working even after it was completed. I have never felt like that at a job before.
I really enjoyed my boot camp experience, while it was difficult and frustrating times, it was exciting to see my knowledge and skill grow in real time. My favorite part of the boot camp was probably working in studio classes where we were split into groups and given design challenges that would be future portfolio pieces. During these studio classes we got to work with our classmates and really solidify our recently acquired skills together.
If you are thinking about taking a boot camp, the advice I would give is to make sure you take care of yourself and give yourself grace. This is a difficult program and sometimes you will feel like putting the work off. But if you prepare yourself for the amount of work you are going to be doing, and continue that preparation throughout the course you'll do great!Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Sep 09, 2022
Thank you for your review, Madison! As you mention, this boot camp does require learners to dedicate a significant amount of their time outside of class to studying and practicing their skills. We commend you for all of the hard work you put into your experience, as we know it can be challenging to learn so many new concepts and skills in only a few months. - Christopher pelaezStudent • Cybersecurity - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInJun 16, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cybersecurity
This course amazing to start cybersecurity field career for mee so excited to join , I was very challenge and learning the key Successful keep the practice and get error to get better each day . I make this bootcamp I wanna to grow up on the career cybersecurity for mee interested learn more about how lading on this career. In general very good recommended university.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Jun 17, 2022
Amazing, Christopher! Thank you for choosing our boot camp to make a significant career change. Like you noted, this is a challenging program that will require extensive practice and hard work to truly master the topics covered. Congratulations on successfully completing the course and thank you for your review! All the best moving forward. - PHILLIP SNELLStudent • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInDec 15, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Student
This course was very good. I thought I would not make it but the staff and instructors really took us by the hand and made sure we understood all the material before moving on in class.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Dec 17, 2021
Thanks, Phillip! We're thrilled you enjoyed the program and benefited from the support of our entire boot camp team. Congratulations on graduating, we appreciate your review! Best of luck moving forward. - RachelBank Examiner • Student • Financial Technology - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInDec 11, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
FinTech Boot Camp Review
My name is Rachel and I am currently a U of M FinTech Boot Camp student. I want to start my testimonial by stating that this program is one of the best programs I have taken in continuing professional studies. It is challenging, but rewarding; it is time-consuming, but engaging; it is complex, but incredibly interesting, and I am in awe of how much I have learned and benefitted from this course. The experience I have gained in this program has opened opportunities in my profession tha...My name is Rachel and I am currently a U of M FinTech Boot Camp student. I want to start my testimonial by stating that this program is one of the best programs I have taken in continuing professional studies. It is challenging, but rewarding; it is time-consuming, but engaging; it is complex, but incredibly interesting, and I am in awe of how much I have learned and benefitted from this course. The experience I have gained in this program has opened opportunities in my profession that I never thought I would be able to achieve, including a recent job offer as an Innovation Officer!
I currently work in bank regulation, and with the ever-changing digital landscape and constant buzzwords of “FinTech,” “cryptocurrency,” and “machine learning/artificial intelligence” I realized I didn’t know much about this innovation. In order to keep up with the changes in bank technology, I needed an avenue to learn as much as I could about it. I stumbled across the FinTech Boot Camp while I was searching for courses. The curriculum was intimidating and the time commitment was significant, but I knew this was a topic I needed to dive into. To be honest, I didn’t even know what Python programming was before I took this course! Fast forward a few months, I can successfully code with Python, understand financial programming including the use of APIs, use machine learning to predict future outcomes, run artificial intelligence models, and I have even created a roboadvisor bot using AWS.
My favorite part of the program is the hands-on-learning. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and flexible, and they help you to understand how these concepts are applied in real-life examples. If you are in the financial services industry, this course is a MUST. My advice to future prospective students is, as my instructor says, “Don’t mistake excitement for fear.” This course can be intimidating at first and you’ll feel like you don’t know anything, which can be scary, but it’s actually very exciting. It’s exciting to look at a huge block of complex code and realize that you will be able to write it in just a few months. You’ll gain skills that are in high-demand and it will open opportunities for you to continue growing professionally. I am looking forward to the rest of the program, and receiving the professional certification I can proudly put on my resume.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Dec 17, 2021
Way to go, Rachel! It's great to hear you're finding the program to be challenging but rewarding. Thank you for choosing our boot camp to further develop your skill set and learn a wide range of new technologies. We strive to foster a collaborative and positive classroom environment so we're glad this is resonating with you. Great advice for prospective students — not mistaking excitement for fear can help you better surpass obstacles and understand the material covered. We commend all the hard work you've dedicated to your studies thus far and look forward to helping you towards graduation! - Steven BauerSecurity Engineer (starting Sep. 2021 as result of the bootcamp) • Student • Cybersecurity - Part-Time • St. PaulVerified by GitHubAug 25, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cybersecurity Bootcamp
The course was conducted entirely via Zoom with a teacher and teacher assistants with a combination of lectures, real-life examples, demonstrations, and homework to complement skill cybersecurity skill development. The following is taken from the University of Minnesota Cybersecurity Boot Camp | St. Paul (umn.edu) website and I wanted to put it as the course contained exactly what they advertised. I had a wonderful experience and recommended it to anyone with drive and desire to get hand...The course was conducted entirely via Zoom with a teacher and teacher assistants with a combination of lectures, real-life examples, demonstrations, and homework to complement skill cybersecurity skill development. The following is taken from the University of Minnesota Cybersecurity Boot Camp | St. Paul (umn.edu) website and I wanted to put it as the course contained exactly what they advertised. I had a wonderful experience and recommended it to anyone with drive and desire to get hands on cybersecurity skills to use in an existing job or move into a new career as I have done.
- Gain experience with a host of popular tools such as Wireshark, Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nessus, and more.
- Learn skills applicable to certifications such as the CompTIA Security+, Network+, Linux+, Server+, Cloud+, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Advance your skillset even if you’re currently employed or in school through convenient evening and weekend classes.
- Benefit from a comprehensive set of career services to help equip you for success as you work to change career paths or advance in your current position
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Community Team
Aug 27, 2021
Amazing, Steven! We're happy your virtual classroom experience was delivered successfully and that you benefited from the online format. It's great to hear you benefited from the curriculum and enjoyed your boot camp experience. Congratulations on graduating and thank you for your review! We're rooting you on in your new role and can't wait to see what you'll continue to accomplish. - Meena AmbalamStudent • Full Stack Flex - Full-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInDec 16, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Coding Bootcamp
I am an IT professional with about 2 decade of experience. Most of my experience was in legacy technology and past 5 years I've been playing the role of Business Analyst. I was working for Delta Airlines in Minnesota campus. When COVID hit and impacted Airline business, the great company it is, with great leaders, we were offered voluntary packages to separate from the company with health insurance for a year. I took that opportunity to introspect my career path and retool myself. As I l...I am an IT professional with about 2 decade of experience. Most of my experience was in legacy technology and past 5 years I've been playing the role of Business Analyst. I was working for Delta Airlines in Minnesota campus. When COVID hit and impacted Airline business, the great company it is, with great leaders, we were offered voluntary packages to separate from the company with health insurance for a year. I took that opportunity to introspect my career path and retool myself. As I loved art, colors, and enjoyed hands-on problem solving, I decided to take the path of Web development and signed up for the Coding Bootcamp with University of Minnesota.
The Fulltime coding program was a fast pace program. It was a fun, interesting and a challenging program. The instructor was very knowledgeable, humorous and made the learning process more fun and enjoyable. The TAs were also knowledgeable, encouraging and guided us throughout the program, even providing some weekend sessions from their personal time.
I couldn't ask for more.
I didn't use the career service during the program. Now having completed the program, I am fully focused on utilizing the all the help career service offers to guide me in job application, networking and landing in a job.
I am so glad I selected Coding Bootcamp with University of Minnesota. Heartfelt thanks to the Program and the Instructional Team.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Dec 17, 2020
Thanks, Meena! We appreciate you choosing our program to further your technical skills and make a significant career change. We're thrilled to hear you had found the boot camp to be interesting and challenging. Our team strives to enable student success, so it's great to know you benefited from their ongoing help and encouragement. We're looking forward to providing you career services assistance in the upcoming weeks. Congratulations on graduating and best of luck in all your future endeavors! - Melissa WolfUX/UI Designer • Student • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInNov 22, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX/UI Design Bootcamp
I would highly recommend this bootcamp to anyone wanting to learn and put in the time. I made lasting relationships with classmates that I will now carry through my career, as well as so many skills I never thought I could learn in a 6 month time period. It really gives you the tools to do so many things with your career or business.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Nov 24, 2020
Amazing, Melissa! We strive to foster a collaborative classroom environment, so we're thrilled you were able to form close connections with your classmates as well as learn the fundamentals of UX/UI. Congratulations on graduating, we appreciate your review! All the best moving forward. - Samer SaadounStudent • Full Stack Flex - Full-Time • St. PaulVerified by LinkedInOct 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Just like BEING REBORN
Syria, 1997. My very first experience facing a PC. It was running on Windows 95, very slow, very noisy, and extremely magical. That was the moment when I said to my father "I will become a programmer". Then, life took me on a different path (financial pressure/survival mode) and I ended up working in the media field for +8 years. But that moment of love, at first sight, stayed with me and I had to remind myself that “IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO BECOME A CODER”.
Apart ...Syria, 1997. My very first experience facing a PC. It was running on Windows 95, very slow, very noisy, and extremely magical. That was the moment when I said to my father "I will become a programmer". Then, life took me on a different path (financial pressure/survival mode) and I ended up working in the media field for +8 years. But that moment of love, at first sight, stayed with me and I had to remind myself that “IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO BECOME A CODER”.
Apart from the romantic reason behind my decision, there are of course many rational reasons that pushed me to join a Bootcamp. Here are a few:- Coding is a massive field full of opportunities and creativity
- Coders are highly required in the market and that’s not going to change anytime soon
- So many opportunities to work as a freelancer and/or work from home
- Coding is a continuous learning experience. It’s like taking your brain to the gym every day. (don’t forget to take your body to the gym too)
- If you do some coding and learn every day. Your only way is UP.
So, why a boot camp? After considering the main options (college/Bootcamp/solo-learning online), I decided that a Bootcamp is the perfect first step for changing careers. The amount of time and money spent on it is a total win when the result is:- Understanding a wide range of topics that cover almost the full picture
- Finishing 3 major projects and many smaller ones (Big PLUS in your resume)
- So many support sources in addition to a very interactive class
- Interacting with professional coders and gaining insights from their work experience
- Coding with a group just like you would do in a company
- Many great career services that are available for the REST OF YOUR LIFE!!
If you decide to take this very exciting journey, here are a few things that I did before and during the course that I believe gave me a great push forward.- Give yourself about a month to prepare. (mini-tutorials, youtube videos, HTML/CSS/JS basics, articles on problem solving/coding logic ...etc)
- Before the starting date, you will have a pre-work assigned to you, which is a collection of simple subjects and activities to warm up. Take it very seriously and give it an appropriate amount of time. It will give you a great push through the first month, and it will be too late to give up :) Now, your only option is SUCCESS!
- Get yourself a nice-looking journal and keep track of everything you learn on a daily basis, just a line or two on each new concept is enough. And keep some notes on any gaps/questions you have, to ask them during office hours.
- Try to code/read as many examples as possible on every new concept you learn
- Connect with your classmates, do study groups, ask and try to answer questions. Those interactions are gold! Push yourself out even if you don’t feel like it.
- Never ever hesitate on asking questions. Never tell yourself “I think my question is very basic. I’ll keep my mouth shut and study more after class” this is your time to learn, not to be shy or surrender to self-doubt.
- If you remind yourself that this boot camp is the cornerstone of a new career, you will have more energy and appreciation for it than being in the classic student mentality of “I need to do my homework and pass.”
I still have a lot to say about my experience, but since I’m still halfway through, I’ll save the rest for another review after I cross the finish line.
Best of luck to everyone and BIG BIG shout out to the instructor Dan Mueller and the TA’s.Boot Camp Team of University of Minnesota Boot Camps
Community Team
Oct 30, 2020
We appreciate your review, Samer! Thank you for choosing our program to make a significant career change. We couldn't agree more that it's never too late to pursue your passions and enter the tech field. You're completely right that coding is a continual learning experience, one that provides hardworking candidates vast amounts of opportunities.
We're thrilled to hear you're benefiting from both the available resources and support the boot camp has to offer including working on real-world projects, interactive classes, collaboration with classmates, and career services. Great advice for prospective students—completing the pre-work, connecting with other participants, not being afraid to ask questions, and keeping track of everything you learn will definitely help you stay ahead. We also think Dan and the rest of our instructional team are pretty fantastic at what they do.
Congratulations on all the hard work you've dedicated thus far, we wish you continued success as you finish out the program!
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University of Minnesota Boot Camps costs around $12,245. On the lower end, some University of Minnesota Boot Camps courses like Digital Marketing - Part-Time cost $7,995.
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University of Minnesota Boot Camps has an in-person campus in St. Paul.
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