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Academy Xi

Applied AI & Intelligent Automation: Professional Certificate

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Elevate your confidence and technical fluency with AI by learning Python fundamentals, cloud tools, data workflows and introductory machine learning through practical, hands-on projects, empowering you to work with AI real-world contexts and build foundational AI engineering skills with support from industry mentors

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  • 6 months access, 60-80 hours
  • No prerequisites
  • Up to twelve 1:1 mentor sessions
  • Digital Skills Masterclass Program

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Academy Xi students now have the option to subscribe to our entire range of Professional Certificate courses across all our portfolios for a monthly fee. Use this as a way to gain a wider digital skillset and give yourself an advantage as you compete for roles in the ever-changing employment landscape.

Why choose this course?

No prerequisites or previous experience required


Kickstart your learning journey today, no matter your experience level. This course eases you in, builds your confidence, and helps you get up to speed quickly.


Flexible and self-paced

With 6 months of access, the speed at which you tackle online course content is up to you. Study at your own pace and fit learning into your busy lifestyle.

Created for Upskillers

Our Professional Certificate courses help you strengthen your career with in-demand skills, opening doors to better opportunities, higher earning potential, and long-term growth.

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What your curriculum looks like

Upskill in Applied AI and Intelligent Automation within 6 months. You’ll work through interactive online course content at your own pace, and have the support of an industry mentor when you need it.

Applied AI & Intelligent Automation: Professional Certificate

Module 1
Introduction to Python for AI

Recommended: 40 hours per module

  • Apply core programming methodologies to solve real-world problems using Python.
  • Demonstrate scripting skills and structured logic using an industry relevant language.
Module 2
Cloud Computing, Generative AI & Dashboards

Recommended: 40 hours per module

  •  Build interactive dashboards using intermediate data science methodologies and industry-standard tools.
  • Conduct exploratory data analysis across multiple datasets using SQL and table relations.
  • Process large datasets using scalable tools such as PySpark and big data
    frameworks.
Module 3
Introduction to Machine Learning

Recommended: 40 hours per module

  •  Utilise intermediate machine learning modeling like decision trees and supervised learning.
  • Prepare data for machine learning modeling with preprocessing (feature extraction) and normalisation.
  • Utilise mathematics, statistics, and probability for data science methodologies to derive insights.
  • Extract data from real databases 
  • Combine Python and SQL

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Why study Applied AI and Intelligent Automation at Academy Xi?

  • Mentoring and support
    • 1:1 mentoring

      Book up to twelve 1:1 mentoring sessions to discuss course material, consult about project decisions and ask questions.
    • Exclusive Masterclass program

      Access a monthly webinar program designed specifically for our self-paced learners. Learn critical digital skills from industry experts, grow your network, and get advice from graduates now working in the field.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is AI Engineering?

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    AI Engineering is the technical field of designing, building, and deploying AI systems that work at scale in the real world. It brings together software engineering, data science, and systems engineering principles to turn experimental models into functional applications or reliable machine-learning systems.

    Why study AI Engineering?

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    Studying this field allows you to gain a versatile technical skill set across Python, cloud computing, machine learning and NLP while learning to apply data-driven models to solve real business problems. It will also help you to prepare for high-demand roles in AI engineering, data science, and applied analytics.

    The stackable nature of the program means you can build a professional portfolio and earn recognised credentials at the end.

    What does an AI Engineer do?

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    An AI Engineer builds and maintains the infrastructure that runs AI models. Their day-to-day work involves writing clean code to process large datasets, developing and training models, building entire AI applications, and ensuring those models are integrated into software products efficiently.

    What is the difference between Advanced Certificate, Professional Certificate & Foundational Certificate courses?

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    Academy XI’s online courses come in three formats. Whatever your learning style, work schedule, or level of support you need, Academy XI has you covered.

    To choose the right course format, start with your career goals:

    • Are you studying to transform your career? Academy XI’s ADVANCED CERTIFICATE courses give you up-to-date industry skills and set you up to graduate job-ready, with a built-in Career Support Program.
    • Want to complement your existing skill set? Academy XI’s PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE courses help you grow your expertise in a social, supported environment.
    • Just want the fundamentals? Explore at your own pace with Academy XI’s FOUNDATIONAL CERTIFICATE courses.

    How will I learn at Academy Xi?

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    In this course you’ll experience our ‘flipped classroom’ style of learning, where students cover course content independently and at their own pace, before coming together to discuss concepts, ask questions and collaborate with mentor support. You’ll learn through a combination of:

    • Readings
    • Pre-recorded videos
    • Regular live sessions with your mentor and peers
    • 1:1 sessions with your mentor
    • Hands-on activities and practical project work
    • Q&A via chat and discussion boards