Drive AI Innovation and Future-Proof Your Career
The Certificate in AI for Business Solutions equips professionals across all industries with the essential knowledge and strategic insights needed to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence. This comprehensive, online asynchronous program empowers you to lead AI initiatives that optimize operations, solve complex challenges, and drive sustainable innovation.
Certificate Requirements
To earn the professional certificate in AI for Business Solutions, participants must fulfill the following criteria:
- Complete eight courses - (8.0 graduate level extension credits)
- Complete all coursework with a final grade of C or better
- Submit a one-time certificate fee of $75
For additional information, please review the University of San Diego's Professional and Continuing Education Certificate Benefits and Policies.
Schedule and Fees
Our Online Self-Paced courses are open year round.
| Complete eight of the following courses: | Instructional Method / Duration | Open 2026 | Open 2027 | Open 2028 |
Fee* |
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AAI-X832 Introduction to AI, Part 1 |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
Enroll Anytime |
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$379 |
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AAI-X833 Introduction to AI, Part 2 |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
Enroll Anytime |
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$379 |
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AAI-X834 AI and Generative Text, Understanding Your AI and Its Voice |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
Enroll Anytime |
Enroll Anytime |
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$379 |
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AAI-X835 AI and Generative Text: Fine-tuning the AI’s Voice and Understanding the AI’s Capabilitie |
Online Self-Paced, |
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$379 |
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AAI-X843 AI-Driven Process Automation |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
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$379 |
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AAI-X845 AI-for Business Optimization |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
Enroll After 5/1/26 |
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$379 |
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AAI-X846 AI and Coding/Programming, Part 1 |
Online Self-Paced, Up to 180 days to complete |
Enroll After 6/15/26 |
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$379 |
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AAI-X848 Vibe Coding: Foundations |
Online Self-Paced, |
Enroll After 9/1/26 |
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$379 |
Learning Method Information
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.
Curriculum
Materials will be specifically created solely for these courses - all original.
Learner Outcomes
- Enhance profitability, reduce redundancy and future-proof your career.
- Identify and select appropriate AI applications, tools and methods for your specific role.
- Create real-world, "Quick-Start" solutions for immediate use at work.
Who Should Attend
This certificate is designed for forward-thinking professionals across all industries who are ready to future-proof their careers. If you want to move beyond the fear of automation and learn to leverage AI as a powerful collaborator, this program is for you.
Benefits
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming every facet of business across every industry. It is no longer a question of if your career will be impacted but rather when. Future-proof your career with cutting-edge information, knowledge, and skills designed to work with AI not against it. Whether preparing for a leadership role, training the next generation of employees, or maximizing your personal output, these courses are designed to get you up and running fast. Increase your earning potential, obtain that big promotion, or simply secure a competitive advantage over others.