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BrainStation

Average Rating 4.66
2,339 Reviews 20 Courses

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

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

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

Reviews

2,339 alumni reviews of BrainStation

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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Account 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...
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    Anonymous
    N/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...
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    Anonymous
    - · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Brand 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Applicant · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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.
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    Graduate · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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. 
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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. 
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Graduate · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Student · 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...
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    Anonymous
    Graduate · 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. 
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Is BrainStation worth it?

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

How much does BrainStation cost?

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

Where does BrainStation have campuses?

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

Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

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

Is BrainStation legit?

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

Can I read BrainStation reviews?

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

Is BrainStation accredited?

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

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