AI for Business: Practical Applications & Strategic Implications (Advanced Certificate)
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Why earn an advanced certificate in AI for Business?
AI is transforming the business world, enhancing analysis, improving decision-making, fostering innovation, and driving efficiency. Organizations are increasingly relying on AI tools to maximize performance, strengthen strategy, and maintain a competitive edge.
This program equips graduate students and working professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to apply AI strategically and responsibly, giving them the tools to stand out in the marketplace and lead with confidence in an AI-driven business landscape.
Why earn an advanced certificate in AI for Business at Iona?
Leverage AI Productively and Ethically
Students in this program will learn to harness AI strategically and ethically. The curriculum explores how AI can drive business success by saving time, reducing costs, and enhancing decision-making. At the same time, students will gain a deep understanding of ethical responsibilities in AI use, including protecting data privacy, ensuring unbiased decision-making, safeguarding intellectual property, and implementing proper governance.
Applications of AI Across Disciplines
This program is relevant across industries and covers a wide range of topics, including data analysis, information systems, strategic planning, entrepreneurship, innovation, ethics, and governance. Students examine these areas through the lens of AI and its practical applications, gaining insights that can be applied in diverse business contexts.
Address Complex Business Problems
Students will develop the AI skills and knowledge needed to tackle complex business challenges and drive innovation. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through practical exercises, interactive projects, and discussions with industry leaders, ensuring students can apply AI tools effectively in real-world scenarios.
Nationally Recognized and Accredited
Study with faculty from the nationally recognized LaPenta School of Business and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. The LaPenta School of Business is AACSB accredited, a distinction shared by only six percent of business schools worldwide, while the Hynes Institute recently earned the prestigious 2025 Model Program Award from the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE).
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Tuition and Financial Aid
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What to Expect
- 12-credit program (4 classes)
- Finish in 12 months
- Online synchronous and asynchronous classes
- Access to industry leaders and Iona alumni network
Program Outcomes
Our program helps professionals and business leaders stay ahead of the curve by teaching them to leverage AI tools to drive innovation, optimize performance, and gain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market. With the demand for AI skills on the rise, this program provides the practical knowledge needed to lead your career into the future.
Careers & Outcomes
The demand for professionals with AI expertise in business is growing rapidly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov), AI is expected to continue transforming industries, driving increased demand for employees with AI skills.
This program enhances AI skills and knowledge, helping students improve job performance and gain a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace.
Business leaders and owners will also learn how to integrate AI tools into their strategies to optimize performance, drive innovation, increase efficiency, improve customer service, and make smarter, data-driven decisions.
Job Titles May Include:
- Innovation & AI Program Manager
- AI Business Analyst
- AI Product Manager
- Entrepreneur
- AI Adoption Specialist
Program Highlights
Apply Credits to an MBA Degree
Students interested in further advancing their business education can apply these courses and credits towards completing an MBA degree from the AACSB-accredited LaPenta School of Business.
Meet Market Demand
Demand for workers skilled in the ability to leverage AI to improve efficiencies and drive innovation is increasing each day. Gain advanced knowledge of AI concepts and learn how to demonstrate across industries.
Standalone Advanced Certificate Program
This program can be completed as a standalone certificate, benefitting business leaders/owners who want to get an early edge on utilizing AI in their companies’ strategies, create innovation opportunities, promote greater efficiencies and maximize business performance.
How To Apply
Take the next step in your career and apply today!
Students interested in pursuing this advanced certificate simply fill out our online application.
This program requires no GMAT or GRE scores or prerequisites to apply. We also offer rolling admissions and five entry terms throughout the year so new students can get started right away.
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