Q: Who is this program for?

The Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning is ideally suited for people with a strong interest in data analysis, machine learning, and Generative AI and who aspire to pursue a rewarding career in these fields. This Machine Learning Diploma is suitable for graduates seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in data science and professionals looking to transition into the rapidly growing field.

Q: What kind of certification will I get after completion of this course?

Post successful completion of the Machine Learning Diploma , you will get a Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning by upGrad and WOOLF.

Q: How do I know that this program’s curriculum is the best?

The PG Diploma in Machine Learning curriculum is developed by the best faculty members from upGrad Institute with special inputs from industry experts, making it highly relevant to working professionals. Along with it, our Support Services, Career Assistance, and Live Sessions make it a classroom experience that no one else in the market can offer.

Q: How would these real-industry projects help me?

Our Machine Learning Diploma program has a vital experiential component that will prepare you to apply your learning on the job. Learn - Experience - Apply. Case studies and industry projects will help you experience real-life challenges in management. This will enable you to step into the shoes of leading company managers and experientially use theoretical learning. Post the Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning , there will be a portfolio of projects you can illustrate to advance your career.

Question 1

Who is this program for?

Accepted Answer

The Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning is ideally suited for people with a strong interest in data analysis, machine learning, and Generative AI and who aspire to pursue a rewarding career in these fields. This Machine Learning Diploma is suitable for graduates seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in data science and professionals looking to transition into the rapidly growing field.

Question 2

Is there an eligibility criteria for this program?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You need to have a Bachelor’s Degree.

Question 3

What is the admission process?

Accepted Answer

The admissions process for the PG Diploma in Machine Learning is entirely online. The following are the key steps in the application process:
Step 1 - Fill Application form
Step 2 - Get shortlisted and receive the offer letter: The candidates will be evaluated based on their profile, i.e. professional experience and academic scores.

Question 4

What kind of certification will I get after completion of this course?

Accepted Answer

Post successful completion of the Machine Learning Diploma, you will get a Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning by upGrad and WOOLF.

Question 5

How much time do I need to spend to achieve success in the program?

Accepted Answer

You must spend 12-15+ hrs/week to get optimum results and learn. Overall, the Machine Learning Diploma program will have video content broken down into small, easy-to-complete segments you can watch on the go across devices. The remaining hours of engagement will be a mix of industry projects, live instructor sessions, mentoring sessions, and online and offline meetups.

Question 6

How do I know that this program’s curriculum is the best?

Accepted Answer

The PG Diploma in Machine Learning curriculum is developed by the best faculty members from upGrad Institute with special inputs from industry experts, making it highly relevant to working professionals. Along with it, our Support Services, Career Assistance, and Live Sessions make it a classroom experience that no one else in the market can offer.

Question 7

How would these real-industry projects help me?

Accepted Answer

Our Machine Learning Diploma program has a vital experiential component that will prepare you to apply your learning on the job. Learn - Experience - Apply. Case studies and industry projects will help you experience real-life challenges in management. This will enable you to step into the shoes of leading company managers and experientially use theoretical learning. Post the Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning, there will be a portfolio of projects you can illustrate to advance your career.

Question 8

What kind of support does upGrad offer?

Accepted Answer

Dedicated Student Support available - You can write to us via studentsupport@upgrad.com. Or, for urgent queries regarding the Machine Learning Diploma program, use the ""Talk to Us"" option on the Learn platform.
- Additionally, an upGrad buddy will enhance the learners' experience by engaging with them to ensure they are on track with upcoming deadlines and submissions, offering guidance, and resolving their queries.
Extensive academic support through the Discussion Forum and weekly TA sessions. Like in a university, your batchmates will help you with academic queries. This will happen via the Discussion Forum.

Question 9

How much do I pay to block my seat?

Accepted Answer

You need to pay INR 15,000 to block your seat.

Question 10

Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?

Accepted Answer

Refund Policy: (Programmes with prep-session component)

Student must pay an applicable caution money for the enrolment to the Programme. This caution amount will be adjustable against the total Programme fee payable by the student.
You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Program Start Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. You can request your Admissions Counselor to help you in applying and withdrawing for a refund by sending them an email with reasons listed. Processing fee of Rs. 10,000/- will be levied. If less than Rs. 10,000/- have been paid in total, student shall not be eligible for any refund in such case.
Student shall not be eligible for any refund under any circumstances if any such refund requests are raised post Cohort Commencement Date and student will continue to pay the EMI for loan (if applicable) and such loan cannot be cancelled. This is also applicable for those students who could not complete their payment and could not be enrolled in the cohort opted for. However, the student can raise a request for Pre-Programme deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
In case of a refund, student will be solely responsible for any cancellation of loan, including but not limited to applicable loan cancellation charges levied on the total cancelled loan amount.
Student must pay the full fee within 7 days of payment of Caution Money or Cohort Commencement Date, whichever is earlier, otherwise the admission letter will be rescinded.
Request for refund must be sent via e-mail in the prescribed Refund Request Form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.

1st Deferral (pre or post programme commencement) is free for all enrolled students with the following conditions:

The Executive Post Graduate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 3 years from the initial batch start date.
The Advanced Certificate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 2 years from the initial batch start date.

2nd deferral will be charged as explained below.

2nd Deferral Policy: (Pre- Programme Commencement)

If a student, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the cohort starts, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
However, the student will be required to pay 50% of the total course fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of initial batch the student enrolled for.
The student has time till the current cohort launch date to make the payment of the 50% program fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the student now asks for a refund, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
The fee applicable to the deferred student will be as per prevailing fee for the batch student as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).

2nd Deferral Policy: (Post Programme Commencement)

If a student is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of initial batch the student enrolled for.
The student will be required to pay a deferral fees of 10% of the total course amount fee + Taxes if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
The student has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee post which the deferral request will expire, and the student will continue as part of the current cohort.
If the student completes the deferral payment, the student’s login will be disabled, the student will leave the deferred cohort and the student will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. For clarification, the grades of the graded assignments will be carried forward, whether the student had submitted these grading during the initial stage.
The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the student has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.

Question 11

Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?

Accepted Answer

"No-cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank and State Bank of India). "

Question 12

Is there any minimum transaction limit ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. INR 50,000 is the minimum.

Question 13

Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?

Accepted Answer

No. ONLY 12 months is available, irrespective of the Program enrolled.

Question 14

Will I have to pay any extra amount for EMI transaction?

Accepted Answer

If you avail of 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

Question 15

Are there any fees or down payment?

Accepted Answer

Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transactions. If charged, it will be billed in the first repayment instalment.

Question 16

Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?

Accepted Answer

Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

Question 17

Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

Question 18

Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards?

Accepted Answer

"Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using the Part payment option. Make sure to inform the learner that the minimum transaction is INR 50,000 to opt for 0% CC EMI, e.g., the amount to be paid is 1,50,000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example : HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 1,00,000 ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50,000"

Question 19

How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?

Accepted Answer

You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot/part payments, and later, you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

Question 20

Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?

Accepted Answer

Initially, your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit, and in your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have paid INR 1,00,000 on a 6-month EMI and your credit limit is INR 2,00,000, your bank will initially block your credit limit by INR 1,00,000. After payment of your first month's EMI of INR 15,000, the blocked amount will come down to INR 85000.

Question 21

Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?

Accepted Answer

Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No-cost EMI. The total amount paid to the bank during the entire EMI tenure will equal the amount paid to upGrad.
E.g. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 4,05,000
Let's say the Amount deducted at the time of the transaction is INR 3,79,850 (Principal amount). The bank charges 12-15% interest per annum on INR 3,79,850. [Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33,750 x 12 = INR 4,05,000
Effectively, you have taken a loan of INR 3,79,850 instead of INR 4,05,000

Question 22

What are the key features and components of an Executive PG in Data Science, and how does it cater to experienced professionals?

Accepted Answer

Our Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning offers an executive-friendly structure exploring core concepts in machine learning, AI, data science, and more. The specialized curriculum of the Machine Learning Diploma dives into statistical principles, predictive modeling, data visualization, NLP, neural networks, and other crucial techniques.
With project-based learning and expert guidance, working professionals build high-demand skills to advance in analytics, data science, and AI-driven roles across sectors.

Question 23

Can you provide insights into the specific curriculum and advantages of pursuing an Executive Post Graduate Programme in Data Science?

Accepted Answer

This PG Diploma in Machine Learning delivers a balanced curriculum advancing expertise in Python programming, statistical analysis, data handling, machine learning algorithms like regression, clustering, decision trees, and cutting-edge techniques like deep learning and neural networks.
Through real-world case studies and projects, you can apply these concepts in areas like fraud detection, sentiment analysis, recommendation systems, and more. Moreover, expert mentoring and networking opportunities make this Post Graduate Diploma in Machine Learning a valuable classroom experience for everyone.

Question 24

Tell me more about the industry applications and practical aspects covered in an Executive Program in Data Science.

Accepted Answer

Our project-based Machine Learning Diploma program equips working professionals with hands-on experience in industry-relevant areas like customer analytics, risk modeling, optimized marketing, and more.
By applying techniques like classification, natural language processing, simulation, and deep learning to real challenges, you build a specialization in data science and machine learning to drive solutions and strategy in your organization.

Question 25

What distinguishes a PG program in Data Science and Business Analytics, and how does it prepare individuals for roles in both fields?

Accepted Answer

This Machine Learning Diploma delivers specialized knowledge at the intersection of data science, business analytics, and AI. You gain proficiency in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, data handling, simulation, prescriptive analytics, and more using Python and Tableau through case studies in finance, marketing, operations, and HR. Also, with expert guidance provided in our PG Diploma in Machine Learning, you are all set for data-driven decision-making and transition into analytics and machine learning roles.

Question 26

How do admissions criteria and program structures vary among institutions offering a PGP in Data Science and Business Analytics?

Accepted Answer

Our PG Diploma in Machine Learning accepts all Bachelor's degrees and has a balanced 1-year structure focused on conceptual understanding as well as practical mastery through industry projects in Python and tools like Tableau, Azure, and more.
The specialized curriculum is designed by experts to align with industry needs. Peer collaboration and expert mentoring accelerate expertise for high-growth careers in data science, analytics, and AI.

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