Course duration

5 weeks

Excluding orientation

Language

English

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Effort

6–8 hours per week

Self-paced learning online

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Course overview

75%

The percentage of executives who say they risk business failure in the next five years if they don’t scale their AI initiatives.

Accenture (Nov, 2021).

Top 10% of companies

Tech innovation front-runners achieve two to three times revenue growth compared to their competitors.

Accenture (2021).

Duration: 5 weeks (excluding orientation)

The advent of data has already begun, and it owes its existence to the abundance of information, the development of computer technologies, and the power of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms. Businesses today are capitalizing on this multi-billion dollar industry by working tirelessly to unleash its potential.¹ However, the rapid pace of technological advancements has resulted in a significant gap in skills. Consequently, numerous business leaders lack the tools to implement AI adoption strategies, a prerequisite for succeeding in a data-driven economy.

IE University, a leading higher-education institution in Europe,² offers the Artificial Intelligence in Business online program that can help enhance your organization's competitive advantage. In just five weeks, you will be introduced to the AI landscape, how machine learning (ML) and Big Data are utilized in business, and examine various real-world AI use cases. The program features the latest innovations that have helped organizations in different sectors address their unique problems. Led by esteemed faculty members from IE, the program will guide you in selecting the right algorithm to solve specific business problems while highlighting AI's ethical considerations and limitations. Ultimately, the program will provide a blueprint for implementing an AI strategy and managing organizational change.

¹ GlobeNewswire (Sep, 2021).
² IE University (2021).

Is this program for you?

Suppose you hold a leadership or executive position, this program aims to equip you with practical abilities to address issues, create strategic plans, and effectively steer your organization's AI revolution. For digital transformation and technology space projects or product managers, the program's practical materials provide an avenue to improve their understanding of AI-driven business solutions. Similarly, consultants can diversify their skills in integrating AI, while technical experts such as data scientists, AI, and ML specialists can leverage the program's content to align their skills with strategic business objectives.

Course overview

Duration: 5 weeks (excluding orientation)

¹ GlobeNewswire (Sep, 2021).
² IE University (2021).

What will set you apart

On completion of this program, you’ll walk away with:

Insight into the problem-solving potential of relevant AI and ML strategies for addressing contemporary business challenges.

An understanding of AI’s risks, limitations, and ethical considerations.

The skills to create an AI implementation roadmap for your organization.

Industry vertical use cases of AI and its decision-making implications.

Unlimited access to edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.

Program curriculum

Explore the practical applications of Big Data and ML algorithms in solving complex business problems as you work through the weekly modules of this online program.

Orientation module

Welcome to your Online Campus

Module 1

The business case for AI

Module 2

Algorithms: Learning and problem-solving

Module 3

AI-driven use cases in industries

Module 4

AI governance and ethics

Module 5

AI applications: Roadmapping and managing change

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Program Director

The design of this online program is guided by IE faculty, as well as industry experts, who will share their experience and in-depth knowledge with you throughout the program. View the brochure to see all the industry thought leaders featured in this program.

Konstantina Valogianni

Assistant Professor, Information Systems and Technology, IE University

About the certificate

Delve into the practical business applications of AI, discover its transformative potential, and earn an official digital certificate of completion from IE University.

Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the program handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the program.

Your certificate will be issued in your legal name and sent to you digitally upon successful completion of the program, as per the stipulated requirements.

IE Artificial Intelligence in Business online program certificate

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