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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SSven OstertagGraduate · 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...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 reference.
There's a good sense of community here too, everyone is motivated and hard-working, and despite being online, you really won't feel alone going through it.
Highly recommended.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
DDiogo VianaGraduate · 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...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 examples during the classes helped a lot in my leaning process.
The assignments could look difficult in the beginning, but once you understand that this is exactly what you will do in your future job, you find enough motivation to go through it and do a wonderful job.
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CCarlaIndustrial 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.Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAlStudent · 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...*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 years of content inside of 10 weeks. I think the most important thing incoming students can do to succeed is to make a work plan with all of the due dates laid out first, always be looking ahead, and always be looking for inspiration/outside sources so you can bring your best work while you have a dedicated Ed Team/Cohort to present to. This course is mainly an opportunity to be challenged, and to learn from the Ed team's experiences/inputs. And in the end, you will have a wildly large network to work within in your job search. I don't want to use the phrase "you get out what you put in" because I think it suggests those who don't feel like they thrived in this course didn't put in the work, and that's not a fair assessment; This course has an aggressive timeline and an aggressive workload. See it as an opportunity to ask questions, and to push the boundaries of what you think you are capable of.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
JJideStudent · 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...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 strong network community, and a good amount of new friends/cohorts.Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
SShakira 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...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 Management. I feel better equipped to make the career shift into Product having spent the last 10 weeks enhancing my knowledge base and skill set. The lessons were thorough and could be easily applied to real-world use cases--every step in the course was meaningful. I could not have made a better decision than to join BrainStation and I look forward to engaging with the alumni network & discover new courses to join.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
SSajid ZamanLead 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...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 enabled me to do. Starting from actual strategic review and conceptual thinking and then rolling up my sleeves and actually doing the work from inception to product delivery - I'd say this was a great experience. The course instructors actually practice what they preach and can provide real-life context. Having some product exposure from my career from various roles myself; I can say that they touch on accurate concepts. Thought leadership, context and continuous learning opportunities all make BrainStation a good value. The two instructors are also very friendly, personable and can break down complex concepts into small and digestible ideas.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
MMaytte RStudent · 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.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAarzoo KapoorProject 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...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 sharing your personal experiences with the group.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Mmargaret stodarttechnical 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...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 of high tech.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support3.0Instructors4.0 -
RRajpreet Kaur SainiStudent · 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...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 with real-world examples and offered as much help and advice as possible. The project component in the course really brings together everything you've learnt in class and a good opportunity to test your knowledge.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
OOmar GhazziStudent · 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...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 people from similar or different backgrounds.
Andrea and Giuliano are so genuine , knowledgeable and great at sharing real life experiences.Overall4.0Curriculum3.0Job support2.0Instructors5.0 -
AAshuni PatelProduct 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...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 from your peers.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
MMitch TStudent · 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...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 foundational understanding of PM.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
JJeenal ChhedaUI 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...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 presenting real-life solutions.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
OObed CundanganStudent · 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...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 introduction to the tools and methodologies of UX Design. It was a good enough taste to give me an idea of whether or not a career in UX design is something I want to pursue, so thanks!Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
SSheena HakimianDigital 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...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 growth, but also allowed us to work on our own and practice if we wanted. I learned about excel basics, but then dived into SQL, Tableau, and then Data visualization. I loved how we were able to work on our final projects for a bit in class the last few weeks and have our teachers undivided attention. The campus itself was so beautiful and all the staff were incredibly nice. It was so nice to be in a physical classroom again! I strongly recommend BrainStationOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
JJieStudent · 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...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 process but also the way I cooperated with my classmates. There are some hackers who are always willing to help. There are also green hands like me who encouraged me a lot. We had gone through the days with many lectures and difficult projects and we succeeded in two hackthons together. Our courses are up-to-date, and there are timely quiz and assignment. We have different pods every 2-3 weeks, which gave us a good chance to cooperate with different people. Every day, we communicate in morning challenge and code labs. For the projects, we got stand-up meeting every day. This help me to have a better understanding of the real work situation. I really enjoyed a lot in the bootcamp, not only the knowledge, but the most importantly, all the educators and classmates.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
NNayara BuenoStudent · 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...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 experience was presenting a comprehensive strategy and final project in each course to the class and learning from their feedback.
I highly recommend BrainStation!Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support1.0Instructors5.0 -
LLydia ThurtonNaturopathic 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...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 future.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0
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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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 23, 2019
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Updated December 03, 2024
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 17, 2019
Zack had made a career for himself in front end development, but found the UX design part of his job the most rewarding. He wanted to move from Canada to the US and focus on UX so he enrolled in BrainStation’s User Experience Design diploma program in Toronto! Knowing the importance of a great portfolio for landing a job, Zack worked hard on his BrainStation capstone project, and shared his scr...
Liz Eggleston
Updated October 03, 2024
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 24, 2025
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Imogen Crispe
Updated June 27, 2019
BrainStation Product Management Instructor Khaled Zaky is also a Director of Product Management at the Royal Bank of Canada. He wanted to share his knowledge, so he started teaching aspiring product managers on evenings and weekends, online and in Toronto. Khaled tells us how he uses real examples from his job to help his BrainStation students understand product management concepts, helps stude...
Imogen Crispe
Updated April 03, 2019
Danielle started out in the creative field of journalism but lost her passion for writing in the process. After being laid off, she explored other career options and discovered BrainStation’s Toronto Web Development Diploma Program – a different creative outlet! She now works as a Full Stack Developer at Knockri, an AI startup dedicated to removing bias in the hiring process. Danielle tells us ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 20, 2019
Brynne’s background in the arts and visual design led her to the fashion industry, but she was ready to shift careers towards a more sustainable future. She decided to merge her creative background with her interest in psychology and pursue a career in UX design. Brynne enrolled in BrainStation’s three-month UX Design course in Toronto where she was able to apply her fashion background to her c...
Imogen Crispe
Updated December 14, 2018
As he was finishing his degree in Biotechnology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto, Nadim realized he wanted a more technical career. He tried sales, then heard that BrainStation was launching a Data Science Diploma Program in Toronto. As an international student from Lebanon, he was happy to find that BrainStation accepted international students and offered scholarships for re...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 10, 2018
As a newly minted PhD in anthropology, Kiersten faced the challenge of planning her next career move. She liked the idea of combining her research skills with designing useful products, so she enrolled in Brainstation’s online, part-time User Experience Design Course. We spoke to Kiersten about balancing a full-time job with the UX bootcamp, the crossovers between anthropology and UX design, an...
Imogen Crispe
Updated December 03, 2024
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Imogen Crispe
Updated May 23, 2018
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Lauren Stewart
Updated March 19, 2018
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Lauren Stewart
Updated August 06, 2024
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Lauren Stewart
Updated December 14, 2017
New wave technology school, BrainStation launched a new full-time Remote Web Development Course in 2017 as part of a goal to empower one million people with digital skills by 2025. BrainStation Educator and professional software developer Jamie is involved in building the curriculum and figuring out how to make the online experience as successful as the on-campus experience. We asked Jamie how ...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 28, 2017
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Liz Eggleston
Updated September 05, 2017
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Liz Eggleston
Updated February 06, 2023
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Imogen Crispe
Updated January 08, 2018
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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.
Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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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.
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