THE GLOBAL TECH EXPERIENCE
Coding for Data Track
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
Transparent Costs
Fall: August 25 to December 7
6 credits
of your MSU standard tuition
Course codes for the Global Tech Experience
+ $1,800 program fee
UGS 350: Special Topics in Global Technology I
UGS 351: Special Topics in Global Technology II
Benefits of the Global Tech Experience
Get 4 certifications and verified skills for your resume
Unlock access to an exclusive career network
Students pursuing a degree at MSU may be eligible to receive financial aid to pay for these courses. Program cost is billed to your student account.
Build a portfolio of real-world experience with industry-leading companies
Access to coaching and networking events with industry professionals
3 Credits: Data Wrangling with SQL
3 Credits: Intro to Python for Data
Kickstart your career by learning the #1 data wrangling language: SQL
Learn the technical skills necessary to succeed in a high-potential career.
Write queries to sort, filter and group data—and learn how to debug errors.
Learn about industry-standard Python libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
Receive a Querying Data Intel project certification for your resume and LinkedIn.
Receive a Python & Data The Grammys project certification for your resume and LinkedIn.
Intercultural Competency Skills
Earn Certification Upon Completion
Build your emotional intelligence skillset.
Develop listening skills that manage bias.
Receive an Intercultural Skills Certification for LinkedIn.
Brand Project Spotlight
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.
SQL and Python skills are for more than computerscience majors.
Business
Intelligence Analyst
Product
Manager
Machine
Learning Engineer
Industrial
Engineer
Supply Chain
Manager
Researcher
Work with professionals
committed to your success.
HEAD OF LIVE EXPERIENCE
HEAD OF CODING FOR DATA
Dr. Robert Alvarez
Dr. Lauren Crider
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.
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.
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.
2025 Fallregistration is now open!
Earn credit while building in-demand skills, certifications, and real-work experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
The program is offered through Michigan State University.
Contact the MSU Global Tech Experience Team at (517)-300-2237
The MSU Global Tech Experience is offered in partnership with Podium Education, the leader in experiential learning, supercharging the undergraduate degree with real-world, project-based experiences that prepare all students for high-growth careers.
