Certificate
AI Strategy and Application in IT
Become your organization’s go-to expert on how to use AI solutions to solve business challenges. Gain skills like:
- Selecting the right AI tools to achieve organizational goals
- Weighing the practical uses and limitations of AI strategies
- Developing ethical guidelines and policies to drive responsible AI deployment
- Strategically applying AI tools to industry challenges
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible format.
At a Glance
Classes Begin
January 6
Term Length
10 Weeks
4 Course Certificate
Tuition
$13,344
6 Course Certificate
Tuition
$20,016
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Free Application
University College is committed to educational access, and given the difficult circumstances currently impacting millions of people, we are waiving application fees.
Skills You’ll Learn
Assess the strategic potential of AI in different business contexts
Select the right AI tools to achieve organizational goals
Strategically apply AI tools to real-world challenges
Specialized Graduate Certificate in AI Strategy and Application in IT requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).
| 4 Concentration Courses |
Graduate Certificate in AI Strategy and Application in IT requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).
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4
Concentration Courses
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2
Elective Courses
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Sample Schedule
Plan your schedule to complete your graduate certificate. Finish quickly in just six months or take up to two years (four course certificate) or three years for a six-course certificate.
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Interested in a master’s degree?
Explore our Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in AI Strategy and Application in IT.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready and that’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of AI Strategy and Application in IT
Generative AI is anticipated to become a $1.3 trillion market by 2032, according to Bloomberg Intelligence.
A recent survey by New Vantage Partners found that 91.7 percent of top organizations are investing in AI activities.
A LinkedIn analysis shows that AI Consultant was a top-10 fastest growing job title in 2024.
Job Titles
AI Operations Manager
AI Project Manager
AI Ethicist
Business Intelligence Analyst
AI Researcher
AI Consultant
AI Business Strategist Salary: National Average
$116,000
(Glassdoor)
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“That master’s degree had been on my bucket list for more than 20 years and I just started thinking now’s the time, I’m not going to procrastinate anymore!” —Carolyn Hinkley, graduate.
Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
Advisory Board
Timothy Bradsby
Portfolio Manager,
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Don Halloran
Founder & CEO,
Waypoint Group
Mark Merkow
Senior Security Engineer,
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
Darl Kuhn
Solutions Architect,
RMCI
Nathan Braun
Educational Consultant & Adjunct Faculty, University of Denver, University College
Mike Prasad
Architect/Engineer,
State of Colorado
Glenn Ware
Director Corporate Systems,
Xcel Energy
Amber Cardillo
Sr. Director Americas Telco,
VMWare
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
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Colorado Technology Association
The Colorado Technology Association represents technology leaders, professionals, companies, IT departments, government and legislative leaders, and industry advisors. CTA provides members with community, insight, connections and advocacy. Our industry development work spans public policy to education to leadership.
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