--- title: Quantum Computing | MIT xPRO description: Understand quantum computing and how it will transform business with Quantum Computing Fundamentals courses from MIT xPRO. image: https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hubfs/Quantum_2_Credit_IBM.jpeg --- [![MIT xPRO Logo](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/MIT%20xPRO.png?noresize&width=525&height=162&name=MIT%20xPRO.png)](https://xpro.mit.edu/) Access your free quantum computing resource ### Get updates & answers to top quantum questions! By submitting your information, you are agreeing to receive periodic information about online programs from MIT related to the content of this course. Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos. # Quantum Computing Fundamentals Online Courses Discover the business and technical implications of the new frontier in computing with these two online courses from MIT xPRO ### Get Updates and Watch Demo Video Submit your information below to watch MIT Professor Will Oliver take an inside look at these Quantum Computing online courses. By submitting your information, you are agreeing to receive periodic information about online programs from MIT related to the content of this course. ## 4-WEEK COURSES TO PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE OF QUANTUM COMPUTING Discover the business and technical implications of this new frontier in computing and how you can apply quantum computing to your organization. Access expert content while keeping up with your day-to-day responsibilities and perhaps most importantly, apply and contextualize course content back to your job in real-time.  ### Introduction to Quantum Computing Learn the history and implications of quantum computing vs. classical computation. Assess applications of quantum computing and get hands on experience by putting a simple quantum algorithm into practice using the IBM Q Experience. **START DATE:  April 10, 2023** **DURATION: 4 Weeks** **PRICE: $1,469** [![Image](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/600x400.png)](https://xpro.mit.edu/courses/course-v1:xPRO+QCFx1/) [ENROLL](https://xpro.mit.edu/courses/course-v1:xPRO+QCFx1/) ### Quantum Algorithms for Cybersecurity, Chemistry, and Optimization Explore the potential of quantum computing with regards to cybersecurity, chemistry, and optimization. Get a front row seat to demonstrations and simulations of quantum algorithms with multiple real-world case studies.   **START DATE:  May 15, 2023** **DURATION: 4 Weeks** **PRICE: $1,469** [![Image](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/600x400.png)](https://xpro.mit.edu/courses/course-v1:xPRO+QCFx2/) [ENROLL](https://xpro.mit.edu/courses/course-v1:xPRO+QCFx2/) ## AFTER EACH COURSE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: Describe the differences between quantum and classical computation. Discern potential performance gains of quantum vs. classical algorithms. Assess the business applications of quantum computation. Understand engineering challenges currently faced by developers of quantum computers. Become proficient with engineering requirements for quantum vs classical algorithm implementation. Discern the scientific limits of quantum algorithms for chemistry and optimization. Determine technical requirements for quantum computers to run realistically large quantum algorithms.   Evaluate key technology requirements for quantum computers to be able to function properly. Understand the mathematical description of quantum states and basic quantum operations. ## The MIT xPRO Learning Experience We bring together an innovative pedagogy paired with world-class faculty. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/icon2.png?width=175&height=110&name=icon2.png) ### Learn by doing Practice processes and methods through simulations, assessments, case studies and tools, including the IBM Q experience. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/icon6.png?width=145&height=110&name=icon6.png) ### Learn from others Connect with an international community of professionals while working on projects based in real-world examples. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/Work_Life_Balance.png?width=161&height=107&name=Work_Life_Balance.png) ### Learn on Demand Access all of the content online and watch videos on the go. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/icon3.png?width=149&height=110&name=icon3.png) ### Reflect and Apply Bring your new skills to your organization, through examples from technical work environments and ample prompts for reflection. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/icon5.png?width=121&height=109&name=icon5.png) ### Demonstrate your success Earn a Professional Certificate and 4.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from MIT. ![](https://learn-xpro.mit.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/placeholders/icon4.png?width=113&height=110&name=icon4.png) ### Learn from the best Gain insights from MIT faculty and industry experts and connect with your course team and faculty over discussion forums and a live webinar. ### This Course is For You If... 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