THE GLOBAL CAREER ACCELERATOR

Coding for Data

Whether you're just starting to believe that data runs this world (it does!), or you want to kickstart your future career as a data analyst, dive into a hands-on experience learning SQL and Python, guided by pros.

Gain valuable exposure and experience with leading companies

An Investment in You

Session Dates

Spring: January 11, 2027 to April 30, 2027

Course Code(s) for The Global Career Accelerator*

• FSE 294 / FSE 394 | 6 Credits (Engineering Elective - FSE)
• IDS 294 / IDS 394 | 6 Credits (Elective - CISA)
• SAO 294 / SAO 394 | 6 Credits (General Elective - SAO)
• WPC 294 / WPC 394 | 6 Credits (Business Elective - WPC)

Benefits of The Global Career Accelerator

  • Get 4 certifications and verified skills for your resume
  • Unlock access to an exclusive career network
  • Build a portfolio of real-world experience with industry-leading companies
  • Access to coaching and networking events with industry professionals

Transparent Costs

6 ASU credits

of your ASU tuition at your residential rate. See cost details: here.

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*Please note: You should select the enrollment option that best suits your major, and use the same enrollment prefix for both parts. (i.e.: if you choose SAO 294, select SAO 394).

For Barrett Honors College students, this program automatically applies for honor credit!

Data Wrangling with SQL

  • Kickstart your career by learning the #1 data wrangling language: SQL
  • Write queries to sort, filter and group data—and learn how to debug errors.
  • Receive a Querying Data (Intel project) certification for your resume and LinkedIn.

Intro to Python for Data

  • Learn the technical skills necessary to succeed in a high-potential career.
  • Learn about industry-standard Python libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
  • Receive a Python & Data (The Grammys project) certification for your resume and LinkedIn.

Teamwork Competency Skills

  • Build your emotional intelligence skillset.
  • Develop listening skills that manage bias.
  • Receive an Teamwork Skills certification for LinkedIn.
certification badge: Intercultural Skills — Collaborating with a diverse and global team with UNESCO

Earn Certifications Upon Completion

The Global Career Accelerator certification badge: AI Professional Skills — Applying AI to real-world projects with OpenAI
The Global Career Accelerator certification badge: Python & Data — Using Python to analyze data with The Grammy Awards
The Global Career Accelerator certification badge: Querying Data — Using SQL to pull data from large datasets with Intel

Brand Project Spotlight

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You'll engage in a riveting Data Analysis project with The Recording Academy:


  • Employ professional data analysis and visualization techniques, focusing on Grammy.com's content and audience strategy.
  • Utilize actual data sets and real-life business context for your investigation.
  • Delve into, scrutinize, and professionally present your findings.

How can SQL and Python skills apply to your major?

Business Intelligence Analyst

Product Manager

Machine Learning Engineer

Industrial Engineer

Supply Chain Manager

Researcher

Work with professionals
committed to your success.

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HEAD OF DATA ANALYTICS

Dr. Robert Alvarez

Data scientist at Intel and NASA and former professor at Santa Clara University, Robert will be your expert guide into the world of data analytics. He’s devoted his professional life to studying and using data to champion holistic changes in a wide array of fields.

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HEAD OF LIVE EXPERIENCE

Dr. Lauren Crider

Doctor of Mathematics who conducted research at MIT and passionate educator, Lauren currently works as an analyst and product data scientist at a rad startup. She inspires students of all backgrounds to love working with data - even if they don’t love math as much as she does.

Registration is now open.

Get real-world experience and industry certifications, all while earning credit this term.

You’ll be supported every step of the way.

Teaching Team

Your teaching team is here to support and mentor you through your experience. Attend Drop-In Hours with the team to ask questions and connect with them.

Community

Connect and network with your peers across other universities, ask questions and share some of your projects progress.

HelpHub

Our super-powered chatbot Bodhi has solved 80% of participants' questions in past terms—but get real human help when needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the program start?

How much does the program cost?

Does my Corporate Scholarship cover the ASU Global Career Accelerator?

Can I take the program for credit?

What if I can’t register for the classes because I have a registration hold or adding the program would put me over my credit limit?

Can I take the Global Career Acccelerator without increasing my cost to ASU?

How does the billing work?

I'm an honors student, do these credits count towards Barrett honors credit?

When will I see the Global Career Accelerator courses on my ASU schedule?

What are LiveLabs and Video Lessons?

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What equipment do I need?

Do I need to be on campus to take the program?