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University of Massachusetts Amherst

Online Graduate Certificate in AI for Business

Amherst, Massachusetts1 years$11K total tuition
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Est. Salary$120,000
Job Growth+23%
Top RoleProduct Analyst
FormatOnline

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1 year
Est. Tuition
$11K total
Format
Online
Schedule
Part-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Machine Learning, Generative AI and LLMs

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience in business or technology is preferred but not always mandatory for certificate programs.

About This Program

This 12-credit online program prepares business leaders to integrate AI strategies and tools into organizational decision-making and strategy.

Career Outcomes

Gain machine learning skills to advance as Product Analyst in Business AI

  • 1. AI Business Strategist
  • 2. Generative AI Consultant
  • 3. AI Product Manager
  • 4. Business Intelligence Analyst

What You'll Learn

  • Apply generative AI tools to optimize business workflows and decision-making.
  • Develop AI strategies for organizational transformation and competitive advantage.
  • Implement ethical frameworks and risk management for AI deployment in business.
  • Analyze AI applications in marketing, operations, and analytics for practical outcomes.

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes one core course in business applications with Python and three electives in machine learning and AI strategy.

Top Employers

Top employers include consulting firms like McKinsey and Deloitte, tech companies like Google and Amazon, and financial institutions such as JPMorgan Chase.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience in business or technology is preferred but not always mandatory for certificate programs.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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