Fogelman College - Graduate Programs
certificate overview
Are you looking to turbo-charge your career?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing rapidly. Virtually every company across the globe is utilizing this technology to optimize its performance. Applied AI is the practical use of AI to solve specific, real-world problems. The Graduate Certificate in Applied AI offered through the MIS Department at the Fogelman College of Business and Economics is a four-course program that can be taken post-bachelor’s degree, post-master’s degree or as part of a master’s degree program. The Graduate Certificate can be earned in as little as one academic year.
So what are you waiting for? Fortify your career with the necessary skillsets to successfully navigate this in-demand industry, master new technological applications and learn to manage complex business processes.
curriculum
The Applied AI Graduate Certificate is a 12-credit hour/four-course program.
- MIS 7622 – Advanced AI Prompt Engineering
- MIS 7623 – AI-Assisted Application Development
- MIS 7624 – AI-Assisted Analytics
- MIS 7625 – AI-Assisted Database Management
Course Descriptions are listed in the UofM catalog. Review our catalog instructional page before visiting the catalog website.
benefits
- Certified – Offered through the University of Memphis Fogelman College of Business and Economics,
which is 100% AACSB accredited.
- Flexible – Classes are available in both traditional classroom and fully online formats. The
certificate can be completed quickly with available sections in summer, fall and spring
semesters.
- Expandable – Classes taken to earn the certificate can count toward a master’s degree in Information
Systems (MSIS) for degree-seeking students. Connected – Take advantage of the tremendous
networking opportunities with other professionals in your career.
- Extended-Residency – Graduates of the MSIS degree program and the Applied AI Certificate program may
apply for extended months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) after completion of
both programs during the same semester.
- High-Demand – There is a continuously increasing level of demand from the business community
and advisory boards for individuals with specialized project management training.
- Nationally-Recognized – Courses are part of the program related to the University of Memphis’ Center for Information Assurance, which has been designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAE-IAE) by Homeland Security and the National Security Agency.
admission requirements
- Undergraduate bachelor's degree and official transcript
- Completed application
- GRE/GMAT scores are not required unless you are applying for degree-seeking status to earn a master’s degree.
program advisors
next step
Review the Graduate Certificate Admission Requirements and apply today!