AI & Tech Training Roundup: Courses Available in Oman This February

Whether you're a fresh graduate looking to break into tech or a professional seeking to upskill in artificial intelligence, Oman's training landscape in February 2026 offers a diverse range of options. From Sultan Qaboos University's postgraduate programs to international certification courses delivered in Muscat, here's your comprehensive guide to AI and technology training opportunities available this month.

🎯 Key Takeaways

• Sultan Qaboos University is accepting applications for its MSc in Data Science and Machine Learning for the 2026/2027 academic year
• Multiple international training providers offer AI and machine learning courses in Muscat with flexible online and classroom options
• The National Program for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies (2024-2026) continues to offer training for Omani youth
• Course fees range from free government programs to professional certifications starting at $2,495
• Most courses require no prior programming experience, though some advanced programs prefer candidates with technical backgrounds

🎓 University Programs

Sultan Qaboos University: MSc in Data Science and Machine Learning

Institution: Sultan Qaboos University, Department of Computer Science

Mode: In-person

Duration: 2 years (full-time), 3 years (part-time)

Curriculum: The program provides comprehensive training in data science principles, machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and advanced computing. Students gain in-depth exploration of data visualization, artificial intelligence applications, and practical projects using modern data science tools.

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in Computing, Information Sciences, Computer Science, IT, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related fields with a CGPA of at least 2.75 on a 4-point scale. Candidates with CGPA between 2.5 and 2.74 must have two years of work experience. All applicants must demonstrate strong background in computing, mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, discrete mathematics), and statistics.

Application Process: Admission exam required for all applicants, followed by interviews for those who pass

Application Deadline: Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year (starting September 2026) are now open

Fees: Contact SQU Postgraduate Studies for fee information

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: Sultan Qaboos University

Link: SQU Postgraduate Studies

💼 Professional Certification Courses

The Knowledge Academy: AI & Machine Learning Training

Provider: The Knowledge Academy

Mode: Online and In-person options

Duration: 1-day intensive courses

Curriculum: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence covers AI fundamentals, machine learning principles, neural networks, data analysis, and practical applications. The 1-day Machine Learning Course equips participants with hands-on experience in deploying ML algorithms, model building, and predictive analytics.

Fees: Starting from $2,495

Eligibility: Open to professionals and students

Delivery Format: Instructor-led with interactive sessions and hands-on projects

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: The Knowledge Academy

Application: Check website for latest course schedules

Link: The Knowledge Academy Oman

Sprintzeal: AI and Machine Learning Masters Program

Provider: Sprintzeal

Mode: Online and Classroom options in Muscat

Duration: Self-paced with flexible schedules

Curriculum: Comprehensive coverage of AI and machine learning designed by industry experts, including hands-on projects, data analysis, model deployment, and real-world applications. Includes access to hackathons and interactive sessions.

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 50% or higher score. Foundational understanding of programming, statistics, and mathematics required. Candidates with 2+ years of AI/ML experience preferred, but fresh graduates interested in AI careers can also apply. Python knowledge recommended (free pre-course session available).

Fees: Contact provider for pricing

Delivery Format: Instructor-led with best price guarantee, hands-on projects, and 24/7 support

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: Sprintzeal

Link: Sprintzeal Muscat

IABAC: Data Science Certification

Provider: IABAC (International Association of Business Analytics Certifications) Authorized Training Providers

Mode: Online and In-person options

Duration: Varies by certification level

Curriculum: Covers data visualization, machine learning, statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, and practical projects using modern data science tools. Programs range from basic to advanced certifications.

Fees: Basic courses start around $200, advanced certifications up to $7,000. Contact provider for Oman-specific pricing.

Eligibility: Open to professionals and students at all levels

Delivery Format: Flexible learning with online or in-person options following industry standards

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: IABAC

Link: IABAC Oman

NobleProg: Machine Learning & Data Science Training

Provider: NobleProg

Mode: Online live training or Onsite (at customer premises or NobleProg centers)

Duration: Varies by course

Curriculum: Instructor-led courses covering supervised learning, ensemble learning (Random Forest, LightGBM), deep learning (Stable Diffusion, neural networks), data science fundamentals, Vertex AI, DeepSpeed, and specialized topics like ML Kit for mobile devices.

Eligibility: Open to professionals and students

Delivery Format: Interactive, hands-on practice with live instructors

Fees: Contact provider for pricing

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: NobleProg

Link: NobleProg Oman

iCert Global: Machine Learning Certification

Provider: iCert Global

Mode: E-Learning, Instructor-Led Live Online, and Classroom Training in Muscat

Duration: 5-week study plan (flexible schedules: weekday-evening, weekend-only, or 4-day bootcamp)

Curriculum: Focuses on deployment of machine learning projects, data science skills essential for 2026, and real deployable ML capabilities valued by IT services firms, product companies, and startups.

Eligibility: Professionals and graduates

Delivery Format: Three modalities available: self-paced e-learning, interactive live classes, or immersive classroom experience

Fees: Contact provider for pricing

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: iCert Global

Link: iCert Global Muscat

Boston Institute of Analytics: Data Science & AI

Provider: Boston Institute of Analytics

Mode: Blended (classroom, instructor-led online, and e-learning)

Duration: Data Science & AI Diploma: 2 months guaranteed internship. Data Science & AI Master Diploma: 6 months guaranteed on-job training.

Curriculum: Comprehensive coverage of the entire Data Science lifecycle including data collection, extraction, cleansing, exploration, transformation, statistical analysis, text mining, regression modeling, and deep learning.

Eligibility: No prerequisites. No background in programming or statistics required.

Delivery Format: Hands-on training with expert trainers (15+ years industry experience), dual certification in Data Science & Data Analytics

Fees: Contact provider for pricing

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: Boston Institute of Analytics

Link: Boston Institute Muscat

SMEClabs: Data Science, AI & ML

Provider: SMEClabs

Mode: Classroom (Muscat location) and Online

Duration: Self-paced, start instantly

Curriculum: Hands-on exposure to Machine Learning (Regression, Classification, Clustering, Reinforcement Learning, Optimization), Artificial Intelligence, and Business Analytics. Advanced topics include Policy Gradients, Markov Decision Processes, Temporal Difference Learning, and Q-Learning.

Eligibility: Beginner-friendly, open to all levels

Delivery Format: Learn at your own schedule with international and national certifications

Fees: Contact provider for pricing. Certifications typically result in 20-40% salary increases.

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: SMEClabs (International & National Level Certification)

Link: SMEClabs Muscat

Anexas Europe: Data Science Certification

Provider: Anexas Europe

Mode: Online

Duration: Flexible

Curriculum: 30+ courses including Data Science, AI, Power BI, and related technologies. Interactive live training with industry experts covering basic, intermediate, and expert levels. Includes 25+ industry-based projects.

Eligibility: Professionals, students, and graduates

Delivery Format: Live online training with lifetime dashboard access, project guidance, 100% job assistance, resume building, and placement support

Fees: Group discounts available (3+ participants). Contact [email protected] for pricing.

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: Anexas Europe (lifetime valid certification)

Link: Anexas Oman

Mildain Training: Master Data Science

Provider: Mildain Training

Mode: Online

Duration: Structured program from basic to advanced

Curriculum: Multiple modules including Data Science with R Programming, Big Data Hadoop and Spark, Data Science with Python, Business Analytics with Excel, Python Django, and Deep Learning with TensorFlow. Lab assignments based on real industry scenarios.

Eligibility: Open to professionals and students

Delivery Format: High-quality eLearning content, simulation exams, expert-moderated community, recorded sessions in LMS, option to attend missed sessions in other batches

Fees: Contact provider for pricing. Online payment or bank deposit accepted.

Medium of Instruction: English

Contact: +91 8447121833 or info@mildaintrainings.com

Certificate Issued By: Mildain Training

Link: Mildain Muscat

ExcelR: Data Science & Data Analyst Certification

Provider: ExcelR

Mode: Blended (Online and In-person)

Duration: Data Analyst course: 150+ hours / 6 months

Curriculum: Comprehensive Data Science and Data Analytics training with hands-on projects, practical model building, and real-world applications.

Eligibility: Open to professionals and students

Delivery Format: Blended model with placement incubation program, thorough interview preparation, dedicated SME support for resume building and mock interviews

Fees: Contact provider for pricing

Medium of Instruction: English

Certificate Issued By: ExcelR

Link: ExcelR Muscat

🌐 Global Online Platforms Accessible in Oman

Coursera: AI & Machine Learning Specializations

Provider: Coursera (partners include Google, Microsoft, IBM, DeepLearning.AI, and universities)

Mode: 100% Online

Duration: Varies by course (self-paced)

Curriculum: Over 300 AI courses covering machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, robotics, generative AI, deep learning, and AI ethics. Popular programs include AWS Generative AI Applications Professional Certificate, IBM Generative AI Engineering, Machine Learning Specialization, and Deep Learning Specialization.

Eligibility: Open to all

Delivery Format: Video lessons, readings, graded assignments, with Coursera Coach support

Fees: 7-day free trial available. Financial aid options for eligible learners. First module of many courses available free.

Medium of Instruction: Primarily English (some courses offer subtitles)

Certificate Issued By: Course provider (Google, IBM, university partner, etc.)

Link: Coursera AI Courses

🏛️ Government-Sponsored Initiatives

National Program for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies (2024-2026)

Sponsor: Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT)

Duration: 2024-2026 (ongoing)

Scope: Part of Oman Vision 2040, the program enhances digital competitiveness of Omani youth through specialized training in data analysis and AI. Initiatives include AI curricula for schools and teachers, graduate training programs, and capacity building.

Key Components:

• AI Studio: Provides specialized consulting services, training, and capacity-building for students in cutting-edge AI fields, hosting workshops and awareness programs
• National Center for AI Research and Development: Supports researchers and academics
• Omani Language Model (Maeen): Advanced AI-powered model reflecting Omani language and culture
• Fourth Industrial Revolution Center: Partnership with World Economic Forum, operational in 2025

Eligibility: Omani youth, students, teachers, and graduates

Fees: Government-sponsored (free or subsidized)

Application: Check MTCIT website for specific program announcements

Link: MTCIT AI Program

Oman Data Park Training Programs

Provider: Oman Data Park

Mode: In-person and Online

Programs: Oman Data Park sponsors training courses in partnership with organizations to deliver world-class IT education. Previous programs include Azure Fundamentals Training (AZ-900) offered free to participants. The Cyber Security Centre offers training for individuals and institutions.

Eligibility: Varies by program

Fees: Many programs offered free as part of CSR strategy

Application: Visit website for current offerings

Link: Oman Data Park

🎯 Why This Matters for Oman

The diverse training ecosystem reflects Oman's serious commitment to Vision 2040's digital transformation goals. With the National Program for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies running through the end of 2026, the government aims to increase the digital economy's GDP contribution from 2% in 2021 to 5% by 2030 and 10% by 2040.

The availability of both affordable online courses and premium certification programs means Omani professionals and students at every career stage can access world-class AI and data science education without leaving the country. As reported by Oxford Business Group in their Oman 2025 report, nearly 3,300 educators have already been trained under national AI initiatives, and new AI labs and university collaborations continue to strengthen this foundation.

For job seekers, the investment is worthwhile. Multiple training providers report that professionals typically see salary increases of 20-40% after earning data science certifications, while the rising demand for these skills across Oman's diversifying economy creates strong career prospects.

📚 Sources

• Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology: Oman AI & Digital Future Program (2024-2026)
• Sultan Qaboos University: Postgraduate Studies
• Masters Portal: SQU Data Science and Machine Learning Program
• IABAC: Data Science Courses in Oman
• The Knowledge Academy: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Courses - Oman
• Sprintzeal: AI and Machine Learning Masters Program in Muscat
• NobleProg: Machine Learning Training Courses - Oman
• iCert Global: Machine Learning Certification Training Courses in Muscat
• Boston Institute of Analytics: Data Science Course in Muscat
• SMEClabs: Data Science Course Muscat
• Anexas Europe: Data Science Certification Training Course in Oman
• Mildain Training: Data Science Training Muscat
• ExcelR: Data Science Certification Course Training in Muscat
• Coursera: Best AI Courses & Certificates 2026
• Oman Data Park
• Oxford Business Group: Boost to Oman's Artificial Intelligence Drives Economic Diversification - Oman 2025