Advanced Certificate in Data Science & Generative AI

A career defining, industry ready programme by IBM and TimesPro

Limited Seats

Programme Starts:
28th March, 2026

Duration:
6 Months

Programme fees:
₹ 1,19,000 + GST

Programme schedule:
Sunday: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Programme overview

The IBM x TimesPro Advanced Certificate in Data Science and Generative AI is a six month, industry aligned learning experience designed for professionals seeking structured upskilling through data science courses online with applied exposure to generative AI certification.

This AI and data science course builds strong foundations in statistics, data analysis, and model building, while progressively advancing into data science with AI course frameworks, machine learning, deep learning, and applied IBM generative AI workflows.

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Learners gain hands-on experience through guided labs and real datasets, using tools and platforms aligned with modern IBM data science course standards. The programme enables participants to work across business problems using Python based analytics, machine learning models, and IBM gen AI course applications, supported by cloud based learning environments.

Designed as one of the best data science courses in India for working professionals, the programme focuses on practical skill development, applied assignments, and an end to end capstone that strengthens employability across data and AI roles.

On successful completion, participants receive an IBM data science certificate and TimesPro credential, signalling industry aligned capability through an advanced data science certification focused on real world application.

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Programme highlights

One of the best data science courses in India, designed as an industry aligned AI and data science course for working professionals

Six month, skill based learning journey delivered through data science courses online with flexible self paced modules

160 plus hours of structured learning, including guided labs and live project support

Learn through an advanced data science course with generative AI specialization India, covering machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI certification pathways

Hands on experience with tools used in the IBM data science course, including Python, SQL, TensorFlow, and IBM generative AI platforms

Real world assignments and an end to end capstone project aligned to advanced data science certification outcomes

Joint credentials through IBM AI certification and TimesPro certification at module and programme completion

Career enablement support focused on roles aligned with the data science and generative AI course, including portfolio development and interview preparation

Who should attend

Working professionals aiming to transition into roles aligned with data science courses and AI and data science course pathways

Data and technology practitioners looking to strengthen analytics, model building, and deployment skills through an IBM data science course

Software engineers and developers interested in building intelligent applications using IBM generative AI tools

Analysts and business intelligence professionals seeking career growth through a data science with AI course

Startup founders and product innovators exploring automation and intelligent solutions through AI

Graduates and early career professionals seeking structured learning via one of the best data science courses in India

Programme curriculum

Learning Path 1: Foundation of Data Science (IBM)

  • Introduction to Data Science
  • Data Science tools and environments
  • Data Science methodology and industry applications
Learning Path 2: Exploratory Data Analysis and Statistics (IBM)
Learning Path 3: SQL and Database Analytics (TimesPro)
Learning Path 4: Machine Learning (TimesPro)
Learning Path 5: Deep Learning (TimesPro)
Learning Path 6: Generative AI in Data Science (IBM)
Learning Path 7: Responsible AI (IBM)
Learning Path 8: Capstone Project (TimesPro)

Who meets eligibility

  • Comfort with basic mathematics and statistics is preferred
  • Familiarity with programming languages like Python/R is preferred
  • No prior experience in AI or data science is needed

Tools

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the periodic assessments, applied assignments, and the final evaluation, along with the requisite participation criteria, will be awarded a Certificate of Completion for the IBM x TimesPro Advanced Certificate in Data Science and Generative AI. This credential is issued by IBM and TimesPro and serves as a recognised IBM data science certificate, supporting professional progression through structured data science courses online and advanced AI and generative AI certification pathways.

Programme Faculty

Dr. Darshan Ingle

Principal Consultant & Global Corporate Instructor

A Databricks Certified Generative AI Engineer with 15+ years of experience, Dr. Ingle specializes in enterprise-scale Lakehouse platforms and Agentic AI. He has trained 40,000+ professionals globally, notably leading Databricks programs for FedEx and SAS-to-PySpark migrations for Citibank.

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His expertise spans Deep Learning, Computer Vision, and multi-agent architectures using LangChain. Renowned for his engineering rigor, he helps Fortune 500 organizations move beyond theory to deploy high-impact, production-ready AI solutions.

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Prudhvi Potuganti

Staff Data Scientist & Educator 

An alumnus of NIT Warangal and IIIT Hyderabad, Prudhvi is a Staff Data Scientist with a decade of leadership in Machine Learning and Generative AI. He has successfully transitioned 10,000+ professionals into Data Science through structured mentoring across the E-commerce and CPG sectors.

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By building algorithms from scratch and orchestrating complex enterprise solutions, he brings a practitioner’s perspective to the classroom. He is celebrated for simplifying intricate AI concepts through hands-on, real-world problem solving.

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Anirban Paul

Director of AI & ML at Mindgraph

With over eight years of experience across Oracle, Wipro Digital, and Blackbuck, Anirban is a technologist focused on centering AI within corporate value chains. As Director of AI & ML at Mindgraph, he designs state-of-the-art architectures for NLP and Computer Vision.

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His career includes revolutionizing supply chains at Zycus and developing cognitive products for the HOLMES AI platform. Anirban specializes in building end-to-end AI pipelines and scalable products that drive genuine business transformation and innovation.

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