Newstate University launches Professional Development Studio for flexible AI upskilling and career growth
Newstate University has introduced The Professional Development Studio, an online platform built for practical, skills-first learning. It delivers micro-courses, micro-certificates, and professional development programs focused on AI, data, and management-usable by developers, analysts, and technical leaders who need measurable progress without pausing their careers.
What it means for IT and development
- Short, focused courses that map to real projects and job skills.
- Start anytime, progress at your own pace, and stack credits into certificates and degrees.
- Coverage spans AI foundations, data strategy, and the business side of deployment.
- Available in all 50 U.S. states and internationally.
How it works
The university operates on a competency-based model. You build proof of skill through applied work, not just seat time. Every course in the Studio stacks into broader Newstate University programs, so you can test the waters and convert progress into formal credentials later.
Course catalog highlights
- Foundations of AI and Machine Learning
- Historical Context and Ethics in AI
- AI Integration with Big Data
For professionals moving into leadership or cross-functional roles, the Studio also offers business and management-focused micro-certificates like Big Data and AI Integration in Business Strategy and Career Growth Foundations. Each is built to help you ship value fast-and signal capabilities that employers actually look for.
From the launch announcement
"So excited! Today we launch The Professional Development Studio Newstate University! These are offered in all 50 states and internationally, and stack into our degree and university certificate programs at newstateu.com."
"Whew! So much work by this team - I am deeply, deeply grateful for the efforts of this group," said Sasha Thackaberry-Voinovich Ph.D., Founder and President of Newstate University, calling out faculty, contributors, and advisory board members who supported the rollout and user testing. "Deep gratitude as well to our Advisory Board (some of whom we even roped into user testing!)."
Why this matters for builders
If you're shipping features with AI or supporting data-heavy systems, you need both technical depth and responsible practice. The inclusion of ethics and risk content pairs well with frameworks like the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, useful for teams formalizing governance and model lifecycle standards.
Get started
Courses are open now, globally. You can explore the Studio and see how your coursework can stack into formal credentials at newstateu.com.
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