A basic understanding of data systems, AI workflows, and governance concepts is recommended. This specialization is ideal for data professionals, engineers, architects, and product managers with experience in enterprise data or AI projects. No advanced technical expertise required—hands-on labs and guided projects will build key skills throughout the program.

4 to 6 weeks per course, depending on your pace. Total: ~12 to 18 weeks to complete the full specialization.

No, the courses are designed to be flexible. While each course builds on core concepts of data strategy and governance, you can take them in any order based on your interests or professional needs. However, starting with Data Frameworks for Gen AI may provide a helpful foundation for the more advanced topics in the other two courses.

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.