Free access to industry recognised tech credentials

Gain access to industry standard courses and tech platforms across AI, cyber security, data science and cloud, at no cost, through our partnership with IBM SkillsBuild. We are the first Victorian university to offer this learning opportunity, available to Faculty of Business and Law students, academic and professional staff and participants in Deakin CREATE career clinics.

What can you learn?

Explore the IBM SkillsBuild catalogue and discover a wide range of courses, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Software Development, Project Management, Professional Skills, Sustainability and more.

Learn about different career pathways, explore relevant courses and digital credentials, and start building the skills needed to achieve your professional goals.

Access SkillsBuild

Create an account, choose your course and start learning. 

Get started with SkillsBuild

I had an amazing experience using the IBM SkillsBuild platform. One of the most valuable courses I completed was the AI Literacy course, which helped me develop a better understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and their practical applications. The platform is user-friendly and provides accessible learning opportunities for people from different backgrounds. The knowledge and skills I gained have supported my professional development by helping me stay updated with emerging technologies and improve my digital literacy.

Ayman Suliman

CREATE Career Clinic participant

Who can use SkillsBuild?

SkillsBuild courses are available to:

  • academic and professional staff of the Faculty of Business and Law
  • undergraduate, postgraduate and graduate research students enrolled in business or law courses
  • participants in Deakin CREATE career clinics.

Contact us

Get in touch with our team if you have any queries about the SkillsBuild program.


Email the Business and Law Partnerships Team

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