Google Career Certificates Now Available to the UBalt Community!

Empower Your Future with In-Demand Skills — at No Cost to You

The University of Baltimore, in partnership with Google, the University System of Maryland, the National Association of Higher Education Systems, and the University of Texas System, is proud to offer Google Career Certificates to all UBalt undergraduate and graduate students, veterans and active military, alumni, faculty, and staff!

These flexible, online programs are completely free and designed to equip you with job-ready skills in high-demand fields—no prior experience or degree required.

Why Enroll?

  • Learn directly from experts at Google
  • Build practical skills with real-world, hands-on projects
  • Gain a competitive edge in today’s job market
  • Connect with top employers through the Google Career Certificates Employer Consortium

Available Certificate Programs

Each certificate can be completed in under 6 months with less than 10 hours of study per week, making them ideal for busy schedules.

Certificates (with Descriptions):

  • Cybersecurity
    Learn how to identify and mitigate threats, protect networks, and respond to cyber incidents.
  • Data Analytics
    Gain proficiency in data analysis using SQL, and build visualizations with tools like Tableau and R.
  • Digital Marketing & E-commerce
    Master SEO, Google Ads, email marketing, and managing online stores.
  • IT Support
    Learn troubleshooting, networking, operating systems, and system administration.
  • Project Management
    Explore Agile, Scrum, risk management, and leadership techniques for successful project delivery.
  • UX Design
    Create wireframes, prototypes, and portfolios while applying user-centered design principles.

Additional AI Courses (by Google)

Through this partnership, participants will also have access to cutting-edge AI courses created and taught by Google experts:

  • AI Essentials
    Learn foundational concepts of AI and how to integrate AI tools into everyday work.
  • Google Prompting Essentials
    Develop advanced prompting techniques to get the most accurate responses from AI systems.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to build your skills, grow your career, and connect with leading employers — all at no cost to you!

How to Enroll and Start Learning

  • Step 1: Complete the Enrollment Form
  • Step 2: Wait for approval & Coursera Invitation
  • Step 3: If you do not have a Coursera account, use your netid@ubalt.edu to sign up for an account.
  • Step 4: Accept the Coursera Invitation & Start Learning
    • Select the certificate program you want to complete
    • Start learning at your own pace!

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