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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AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · April 2023
Fun way to create a new project!
The project we worked on throughout the course was a great way to exercise some creative muscles and apply what we talked about in class to an idea we were interested in exploring. I had a great time interviewing some potential users and playing with...The project we worked on throughout the course was a great way to exercise some creative muscles and apply what we talked about in class to an idea we were interested in exploring. I had a great time interviewing some potential users and playing with the programs to create my proposed application, and it was a great experience to imagine an idea as if I were bringing it to fruition in a product management role. The instructors recommended a lot of extra reading too for those who wanted to pursue PM further.Overall4.0Curriculum3.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousAccount Executive · User Experience Design Course · March 2023
Learned something new!
I took the UX Design course at Brainstation and had a fun time with it! I would definitely say I learned something new and really enjoyed applying our new knowledge to the project. It really brought everything together. Some friendly feedback, I would...I took the UX Design course at Brainstation and had a fun time with it! I would definitely say I learned something new and really enjoyed applying our new knowledge to the project. It really brought everything together. Some friendly feedback, I would say that the classes could have had more meet to them. Sometimes I felt like they could have been shorter or we could have combined two classes in one. But that may just be my learning pace. Instructors were kind, knowledgable, and helpful. Feedback for them is more stage presence to make the content more engaging. Overall I enjoyed my experience!Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousN/A · Data Analytics Course · March 2023
Great way to learn with others
I thought this was a good intro course to the world of analytics. I did the accelerated class so it was a bit fast but regardless you have a environment to work, learn, practice and most importantly; make mistakes. It remains to be seen how the job...I thought this was a good intro course to the world of analytics. I did the accelerated class so it was a bit fast but regardless you have a environment to work, learn, practice and most importantly; make mistakes. It remains to be seen how the job assistance support works as I only recently began my job searching journey. I am looking forward to being apart of the alumni network. I would considering taking another Brainstation course or bootcamp in the future.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymous- · User Interface Design · March 2023
Not worth the high cost.
Brainstation is way overpriced. You are only paying for the name and the certificate, which I need to find out how valuable that is in the UX/UI industry. Please do your research and seek out alternatives. Course instructors were not even...Brainstation is way overpriced. You are only paying for the name and the certificate, which I need to find out how valuable that is in the UX/UI industry. Please do your research and seek out alternatives. Course instructors were not even knowledgeable, and watching them struggle with Figma was embarrassing. Would not recommend it, even for beginners, because you can find most of the course content online for free. The only benefit is small class sizes and live instruction wherever you are. Not worth the high cost IMO.Overall2.0Curriculum1.0Job supportN/AInstructors2.0 -
AAnonymousBrand Specialist · User Interface Design · March 2023
Great overview of UI Design
Brainstation team and tools are super professional. Their platform is good and makes learning engaging. The content touches most important aspects of UI Design, but it's a bit rushed. I with there was more time to dive deeper into the topics, without...Brainstation team and tools are super professional. Their platform is good and makes learning engaging. The content touches most important aspects of UI Design, but it's a bit rushed. I with there was more time to dive deeper into the topics, without having to do individual research specially for Figma tutorials. But really happy with it and totally recommend specially if you don't have any UI design background.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · User Interface Design Course Online · March 2023
A Good Introduction
This course overall is a good introduction to User Interface design if you are very new to the field. The course material is not particularly challenging, but the coursework itself working towards a final project of a clickable prototype in Figma is...This course overall is a good introduction to User Interface design if you are very new to the field. The course material is not particularly challenging, but the coursework itself working towards a final project of a clickable prototype in Figma is quite a lot of work. The instructors are working in the field and have enough experience with the program to guide you through the development of the project and the course materials. Instructors are friendly, helpful, and full of good resources to take your learning further. I found the course material itself a little outdated at times, but it was a good introduction to the field overall.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · March 2023
Fun, informative, well rounded
I took the cyber security certification course and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was very informative and helpful to get a grasp of what cyber security is and what factors go into it. I would recommend this course to any beginners in the space to get a...I took the cyber security certification course and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was very informative and helpful to get a grasp of what cyber security is and what factors go into it. I would recommend this course to any beginners in the space to get a good foundation to build upon.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousApplicant · User Experience Design Course · March 2023
excellent first step!
If you're new to the field of UX, taking a course can be essential to jumpstart your career. A good UX course can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in this rapidly growing industry.
After completing a UX...If you're new to the field of UX, taking a course can be essential to jumpstart your career. A good UX course can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in this rapidly growing industry.
After completing a UX course, you can expect to have a better understanding of user research, information architecture, wire framing, prototyping, and usability testing. You'll also learn about design thinking, which is a problem-solving approach that is widely used in the industry.
One of the best things about UX courses is that they often include a hands-on project, such as creating your own case study. This is a great opportunity to apply what you've learned in a practical setting and showcase your skills to potential employers.
Overall, if you're interested in a career in UX, taking a course is an excellent first step. It will not only provide you with the foundational knowledge you need but also give you a chance to work on a project that demonstrates your skills and sets you apart from other job candidates.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · March 2023
Great classroom experience and collaboration
I studied Product management and had a great experience in classroom setting. Content can be bit more detailed, it felt short of what I have seen my partner working on as product manager. The product strategy roadmap is great and I loved everyone's...I studied Product management and had a great experience in classroom setting. Content can be bit more detailed, it felt short of what I have seen my partner working on as product manager. The product strategy roadmap is great and I loved everyone's interaction sharing there experience from professional experienceOverall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · User Experience Design Course · March 2023
Learned New Skills in a New Area!
the UX class at Brainstation was a great way to dip my toes into a new field of work. Working in product marketing, UX design has always been something I've been interested in but never knew anything about. After taking this course, I have a great idea...the UX class at Brainstation was a great way to dip my toes into a new field of work. Working in product marketing, UX design has always been something I've been interested in but never knew anything about. After taking this course, I have a great idea of what this field of work entails, and have learned skills around empathy, process and creativity that I didn't have before.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Data Analytics Course · March 2023
Data Analytics Certificate Course
The instructors were so helpful and willing to guide the class based on the needs of the students. It moved at a quick pace, but there were a ton of options to practice your skills and ask for help as needed.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Part-Time User Experience Design Bootcamp Online · March 2023
Fun yet Hard Work!
This bootcamp was content-heavy with some unrealistic deadlines for projects, however, the instructors were always very responsive and open to helping you out. I could really tell that the instructors genuinely cared about the students and wanted to...This bootcamp was content-heavy with some unrealistic deadlines for projects, however, the instructors were always very responsive and open to helping you out. I could really tell that the instructors genuinely cared about the students and wanted to help and mentor them as much as possible, which felt really nice. I completed the part-time program, which lasted 8 months, but it really flew by! The course content is structured really well and they offer really valuable skills that you put into practice every day of class.
The career accelerator workshops were also the cherry on top, especially if you want to change careers. They offer many insights into the industry and work with each student to put out the best resume and LinkedIn profile as much as possible.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Digital Marketing Course · March 2023
Fantastic all-round experience
I recently completed the on campus Digital Marketing course at the London campus and I honestly cannot recommend BrainStation enough! I joined the course with experience in data, but looking to develop skills and background knowledge in marketing. The...I recently completed the on campus Digital Marketing course at the London campus and I honestly cannot recommend BrainStation enough! I joined the course with experience in data, but looking to develop skills and background knowledge in marketing. The campus in London is beautiful and is really well located and easy to get to. The instructors were great, incredibly knowledgable and helpful and always very happy to help. I finished the course by preparing a digital marketing strategy, and felt really guided through the process and very confident in the skills I learnt.
Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course Online · March 2023
Great
I really enjoyed the PM course, it has given me the fundamentals and Confidence to pursue my dream job in Tech and also take the entrepreneur route for my future company. The instructors were beyond amazing and Inspire me to become PM like them.Overall5.0Curriculum3.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Digital Marketing Course · March 2023
Brainstation Digital Marketing
The course was super informative. As a non marketing professional, learned a lot of basics as well as advanced digital marketing material. Final project was challenging but rewarding. Instructors are great at answering any questions.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Digital Marketing Course · March 2023
Comprehensive, engaging, practical
The course was a great way to introduce to the topic of digital marketing in a broad sense, and allow for depth at the pace of the learner. the hands on approach was useful in practicing the skills and getting a sense of the landscape of digital...The course was a great way to introduce to the topic of digital marketing in a broad sense, and allow for depth at the pace of the learner. the hands on approach was useful in practicing the skills and getting a sense of the landscape of digital marketing jobs.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · March 2023
Amazing!
Their Marketing Leadership course was amazing! Learned a lot about how it meant to lead marketing teams, how to manage budgets for campaigns, and how to keep your teams involved. Overall, I highly recommend taking this course if you're planning to grow...Their Marketing Leadership course was amazing! Learned a lot about how it meant to lead marketing teams, how to manage budgets for campaigns, and how to keep your teams involved. Overall, I highly recommend taking this course if you're planning to grow your career within Marketing!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · March 2023
Such a valuable experience!
I loved everything about the product management course at BrainStation. The lessons were well thought out, the instructors contributed really valuable anecdotes from their real world PM experience, and the cohort was full of smart, enthusiastic...I loved everything about the product management course at BrainStation. The lessons were well thought out, the instructors contributed really valuable anecdotes from their real world PM experience, and the cohort was full of smart, enthusiastic students. I would highly recommend the course to anyone interested in product management who wants to learn more as a beginner.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · March 2023
Brainstation
I had an amazing time learning more about product management at Brainstation. The course was very engaging and informative. It was interesting to look at familiar concepts such as target person but from a product management angle. The profs shared lots...I had an amazing time learning more about product management at Brainstation. The course was very engaging and informative. It was interesting to look at familiar concepts such as target person but from a product management angle. The profs shared lots of insights on how they approach different scenarios in their work as PMs which helped to gain a different perspective.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Analytics Course Online · February 2023
So awesome experience
I enrolled for Data Analytics course online and completed it in 2018. The course material was incredible and mentors are so helpful. Because of this wonderful course, today I am working with a MNC company.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0
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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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.
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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