Foundations of AI for Decision Makers

2 Units
Online Self-Paced
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Course Description

Learn to Successfully Utilize AI Integration and Strategy

This course provides executives and business leaders with a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), equipping them to make informed decisions on AI integration and strategy in their organizations. Participants will explore the concepts, capabilities, and strategic applications of AI in business, preparing them to lead AI-driven transformations and foster a data and value-driven culture.

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credits in semester hours

Who Should Attend: Chief Executive Officers (CEOs); Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs); Chief Data Officers (CDOs) and Chief Analytics Officers (CAOs); Chief Operating Officers (COOs); Vice Presidents and Directors of Strategy, Innovation, or Operations; Senior Managers and Consultants in Technology, Data, and Business Transformation; Business Unit Leaders and Functional Managers (e.g., Marketing, Finance, HR, Supply Chain); and Board Members and Senior Advisors.This program will empower these professionals to integrate AI insights into their leadership practices and strategic planning, driving value and innovation across their organizations and companies.

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What You Will Learn

  • Explain foundational AI concepts, including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and machine learning, and their relevance to leadership and strategic decision-making
  • Evaluate the practical capabilities and limitations of AI technologies to make informed, strategic decisions in organizational contexts
  • Design and practice a high-level AI strategy that aligns with organizational goals and ensures sustainable competitive advantage
  • Assess the data and infrastructure needs required to enable successful AI implementation in an organization
  • Identify potential challenges and risks in deploying AI solutions and develop strategies for mitigating them effectively

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Online Self-Paced

Our online self-paced courses are similar to online fixed-date courses, but are designed to give you a six-month period from time of enrollment to complete all assignments. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams.

How is the self-paced course structured? Like fixed-date courses, online self-paced courses are asynchronous meaning that you can work on your assignments anytime; the difference being there are no assigned due dates in self-paced courses. The content is divided into learning modules. Each module will cover one or more topics. Within each of the learning modules, you can expect the following components:

  • Module introduction that outlines what you can expect to learn in the module.
  • Required readings (textbook, articles, journals, websites, etc.) and presentations (audio and/or video).
  • Assignments (which may include: written assignments, quizzes, blogs, etc.) based on the readings and presentations.
  • Module conclusion to review the topics and what you should have learned.
  • Typically, there is a final project, paper, or exam due in the last module that culminates all of the topics covered in each of the learning modules. You’ll find that the design of the learning modules has a rhythm to help you manage your time in the course.