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Mastering Data & AI Program

The Mastering Data & AI program is a professional education offering designed for professionals who want to take the next step in developing machine learning solutions while also exploring the business implications of data science & AI.

Program Overview

The program is divided into three modules:

• Module 1: Introduction to Data & AI
• Module 2: Applications of Data & AI
• Module 3: Mastering Data & AI

Module 3: Mastering Data & AI

This final module is where everything comes together. Participants can only enroll in this module after completing Module 2, allowing them to build on their skills step by step and reach mastery. In this module, participants apply their acquired knowledge in practice by working on a project within their own organization, receiving intensive coaching from the program. In addition to applying advanced techniques, participants develop their own expertise to excel in data and AI. This third module focuses on learning how to lead a data science & AI initiative and achieve real impact.

Curriculum

The curriculum for Module 3 includes:

• Introduction to Data & AI
• Applications of Data & AI
• Mastering Data & AI deep dives, with lectures like:
  • Bayesian Networks
  • Fairness & Explainability for high-risk applications
  • Introduction to optimization
  • Recent advances in AI
  • Presentation skills workshop
  • Process Mining
  • Stakeholder & Change Management
  • Intervisie + Casuistiek
  • Privacy-enhancing technologies and MPC
  • Presentation Skills coaching
• Two-day bootcamp
• Professional skills: Lectures and individual coaching in taking a leading role in the development of your organization's data ambitions
• In-company project supported by EAISI Academy professors and experts

Lecturers

The program features a range of experienced lecturers, including:

• Dr. Joran Lokkerbol
• Dr. Daniel Kapitan
• Dr. ir. Bregje van der Staak
• Dr. ir. Carlo van de Weijer
• Dr. ir. Pieter Overdevest EngD
• Dr. Ieke le Blanc
• Raoul Beeldsnijder
• Dr. ir. Bram Cappers
• Dr. Willem van Jaarsveld
• Drs. Harm Bodewes MBA

Target Audience

The program is designed for professionals who have:

• Completed a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree
• Several years of work experience
• Ambition to grow into a senior professional position, combining technical expertise with skills in leadership, entrepreneurship, complex problem solving, and critical thinking

Certificate

Upon completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate as a Certified Lead Data Scientist or Certified Lead Analytics Translator, issued by the Scientific Director EAISI, Prof. dr. ir. Wim Nuijten, and the Program Director, dr. Daniel Kapitan.

Alumni Experiences

Previous participants have shared their positive experiences with the program, highlighting the skills and confidence they gained to apply data science and AI in their professional contexts.

Location

The program takes place at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) campus, specifically at the Eindhoven Artificial Intelligence Systems Institute (EAISI) – Building: Neuron. Physical presence on campus is required on lecture days (Fridays).

Program Details

• Duration: 12 months
• Start dates: 22 May 2026, 11 September 2026, or May 2027
• Sessions: 8 hours (class) + 4-8 hours weekly preparation and assignments
• Fee: € 18,950 (module 1 + 2 included)