THE GLOBAL CAREER ACCELERATOR
Web Development for Everyone
Whether you’re a coding pro or a total beginner, use AI to build professional-looking websites, games, and apps and gain hands-on, real world experience.
Gain valuable exposure and experience with leading companies
An Investment in You
Session Dates
Summer 2026: May 18 to August 7
Fall 2026: August 24 to December 11
Course code for the Global Career Accelerator
BA 194 (CRN: 49019)
Benefits of the Global Career Accelerator
- Get 4 certifications and verified skills for your resume
- Unlock access to an exclusive career network
- Build a portfolio of real-world experience with industry-leading companies
- Access to coaching and networking events with industry professionals
transparent costs
3 UIC credits
of your standard tuition
+ $1,500 program fee
The program may be financial aid eligible. Program cost is billed to your student account.
Session Dates
Summer 2026: May 18 to August 7
Course code for the Global Career Accelerator
BA 194 (CRN: 49019)
Benefits of the Global Career Accelerator
- Get 4 certifications and verified skills for your resume
- Unlock access to an exclusive career network
- Build a portfolio of real-world experience with industry-leading companies
- Access to coaching and networking events with industry professionals
transparent costs
3 UIC credits
of your standard tuition
The program may be financial aid eligible. Program cost is billed to your student account.
Intro to Web Development with HTML & CSS
- Build amazing websites in minutes with ChatGPT.
- Create beautiful mobile and desktop experiences using UI/UX best practices.
- Earn a Web Development (Intel project) certification for your resume and LinkedIn.
Web Development with JavaScript & APIs
- Accelerate your career with in-demand coding skills.
- Enhance your portfolio by building front end web apps using JavaScript.
- Receive an AI-Powered JavaScript certification for your resume and LinkedIn.
Intercultural Competency Skills
- Build your emotional intelligence skillset.
- Develop listening skills that manage bias.
- Receive an Intercultural Skills certification for
LinkedIn.
Earn Certifications Upon Completion
Brand Project Spotlight
You’ll embark on an authentic
prototyping and game design project for global non-profit charity:water:
- Use ChatGPT as your co-pilot and bring your ideas to life on the screen.
- Apply your web development skills to create an engaging game experience
- Generate assets that explain what you’re building and for whom.
- Add a fully-functional web app to your portfolio
- Demonstrate what you can do with AI
Work with professionals
committed to
your success.
HEAD OF WEB DEVELOPMENT
Dr. Matthew Small
Google Engineer, software developer and educator with a treasure trove of knowledge, Matt believes that knowing how to code opens a ton of doors - and he’s here to hand you the keys. He’s all about creating technology that makes a huge difference on the lives of many!
Get real-world experience and industry certifications, all while earning credit this term.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the program start?
The program will be offered for:
Summer 2026 term from May 18 to August 7.
Fall 2026 term from August 24 to December 11.
How much does the program cost?
The Global Career Accelerator cost is 3 credits of tuition + $1,500 program fee. Upon course start, the total cost of the program is billed to your account like any other course.
Students may be eligible to use financial aid to help with the program fee. However, please note that the program fee is not able to be considered as part of your cost of attendance. For information about your financial aid eligibility for the program, please contact SAFinAid@uic.edu.
How many credits can I get for the program?
CBA students can earn 3 General Elective Credits. If you are from another college, speak to your academic advisor about how this will count toward your degree.
Course code for the program:
- BA 194 (CRN: 49019)
What are LiveLabs and Video Lessons?
The program is broken up into LiveLabs and Video Lessons:
LiveLabs are virtual sessions held once a week and conducted over Zoom with your classmates. Attendance of LiveLab each week is required. You can choose your LiveLab times according to your Track of choice. Seats tend to fill up fast. Make sure you reserve your seat quickly to secure your schedule.
Video Lessons are high-quality, pre-recorded videos that can be viewed any time — day or night — but you will need to stay on track with your peers.
When are LiveLabs?
You'll pick one LiveLab option for the semester (applies to all tracks).
Summer 2026 LiveLab Options:
- Tuesdays from 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Tuesdays from 07:30 PM to 09:00 PM (America/Chicago)
- Wednesdays from 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Wednesdays from 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Tuesdays from 12:00 PM to 01:30 PM (America/Chicago)
Fall 2026 LiveLab Options:
- Tuesdays from 08:00 PM to 09:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Tuesdays from 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Wednesdays from 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM (America/Chicago)
- Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 01:30 PM (America/Chicago)
How will I meet my team?
Our
LiveLab instructors and
Team Leaders have dedicated drop-in hours scheduled each week, making it super easy to ask questions to get extra support.
What equipment do I need?
Hardware
- Desktop or laptop computer (tablets are not compatible)
- Webcam (built-in or external)
- High-speed internet connection
Software
- Windows: 64-bit with Windows 7 or higher
- Mac: 2009 model or later
We will provide all other materials and licensing software.
Do I need to be on campus to take the program?
Nope! The program is fully virtual. You can participate from anywhere.
