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Software Bots for Cognitive Automation, Undergraduate Certificate

Meet the growing need for designers, developers, and analysts in cognitive automation. The IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Software Bots for Cognitive Automation provides you with the skills you need for a tech career.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

16

Campuses Hosting

  • Indianapolis

Degree Type

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

The IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Software Bots for Cognitive Automation program prepares you to enter the new field of AI-powered automation. Learn to develop computational systems that perform tasks and solve problems.

Gain skills and experience applicable to technology careers in many sectors, including:

  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Banking and finance
  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Agriculture

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

  • Admissions requirements vary.

To apply to this program:

  • Complete application for admission. 
  • Submit official transcripts
  • International applicants may be asked for additional materials. 

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester: 
Priority first-year deadline: June 1
Priority transfer deadline: July 1

Spring Semester: 
Priority deadline: December 1

Summer Semester: 
Priority deadline: March 16

Summer session II
Priority deadline: May 1

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Software Bots for Cognitive Automation prepares you for such careers as:  

  • AI-assistants developer
  • Automation software engineer
  • Business intelligence analyst
  • RPA architect
  • Software bots designer

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Software Bots for Cognitive Automation, you must complete 16 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Core courses (13 credits)
  • Elective course (3 credits)

Core

Core Classes for the Software Bots for Cognitive Automation Undergraduate Certificate
Course Number Course Name Credits

CSCI-A 201

-or-

INFO-B 210

Intro to Programming I

-or-

Information Infrastructure I

4 Credits

INFO-I 220

Social Impact of Bots and Automation

3 Credits

INFO-I 319

Cognitive Automation and Bots Development

3 Credits

INFO-I 419

Enterprise Cognitive Automation

3 Credits

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Program cost information

Plan your finances

Program cost can vary by campus, resident status, and type of program. Use the resources below to get accurate cost estimates for your specific situation.

Contact Student Financial Services at iuosfs@iu.edu for cost information.

Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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