Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Business

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Why This Certificate is For You

Stop Competing—and Start Partnering

This graduate certificate isn't theory; it's about actively learning software applications for your career advancement. You'll focus on the artificial intelligence skills that make you the go-to expert for leveraging AI in the workplace.

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Business and Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Program Type

Certificate
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School

Merrick School of Business

Locations/Format

UBalt Campus

Cost

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Requirements

All Certificate Requirements

12 credit hours

No test requirements for admission.

Certificate in Applications of Artificial INtelligence for Business

The Graduate Certificate in Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Business is designed for individuals that understand that the focus has shifted from simply understanding AI to proactively mastering its commercial application—a strategy that will accelerate exponential growth, revolutionize operations, and establish a dominant competitive advantage in the AI-driven economy.

 

Designed for individuals seeking a higher-level skillset in AI or considering an UBalt's M.S. in Artificial Intelligence program, it provides a step-up in learning the common software packages used in AI an machine learning.  

The Dynamic Landscape of AI Platforms The world of Artificial Intelligence is evolving at a breakneck pace, driven by a diverse and competitive field of platforms. While industry behemoths like OpenAI and Google continue to dominate and set the

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Industry Stats

The world of Artificial Intelligence is evolving at a breakneck pace, driven by a diverse and competitive field of platforms. While industry behemoths like OpenAI and Google continue to dominate and set the standard for innovation, a powerful array of other players are rapidly gaining traction and reshaping the ecosystem.
70,000
While estimates place the number of AI platforms at around 70,000 and climbing daily, the reality is even more complex. This isn't just growth; it's an AI gold rush of tools, frameworks, and solutions launching every minute.
$243B
AI is no longer a luxury—it's a business imperative. With the AI Services Market valued at $243 billion now, the global transition is complete: AI is moving from the lab to the ledger.
170M
Projections indicate that globally, AI could generate 170 million new roles while simultaneously causing the displacement of approximately 92 million existing positions. This results in a remarkable net increase of 78 million jobs by 2030.

Master the AI Revolution

Dive into the cutting-edge world of Artificial Intelligence for Business to transform processes, unlock innovation, and drive competitive advantage across every major industry function, from finance and marketing to operations and HR. 

Core Skills and Applications You'll Master

 

  • Strategic Decision-Making: Use AI-driven insights, predictive modeling, and business analytics to make data-informed choices across finance, accounting, and general management.

  • Ethical and Regulatory Compliance: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ethical principles, legal frameworks, and regulatory perspectives of AI to ensure responsible and compliant deployment.

  • Machine Learning Techniques: Develop practical expertise in key machine learning algorithms, including Supervised, Unsupervised, and Reinforcement Learning, for real-world application.

  • Industry-Specific AI Tools: Apply foundational AI principles and specialized applications to functional areas like Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT), entrepreneurship, supply chain optimization, and marketing strategy.

What Our Graduates Do

These roles reflect a focus on applying software applications from artificial intelligence to transform business processes, unlock innovation, and drive competitive advantage across functions like finance, marketing, operations, and HR.

These roles emphasize both the strategic application of AI and the navigation of the ethical and regulatory landscape.

Common Roles

  • AI Solutions Architect
  • AI Strategy Consultant
  • AI Ethics and Governance Specialist
  • AI Business Analyst
  • AI Implementation Manager
  • Generative AI Operations
  • AI for HR Transformation Lead
  • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) Engineer
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Admission Information

Your application will be accepted on a rolling basis but you can use these dates as a guide.

  • Fall: Aug.15
  • Spring: Jan. 1
  • Summer: May 1

Admission will be offered depending on availability of space, strength of your credentials and sufficiency of time for processing.

Questions? Contact an admission counselor at 410.837.4777 or gradadmission@ubalt.edu.

 Let us know when you are ready to earn your Applications of AI for Business certificate by applying to the program. Our online application will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application, you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application fee.

Insider tips:
The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team has received.

When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission counselor or Merrick School of Business representative be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.

A bachelor’s degree in any field is required for admittance into the UBalt Applications of AI for Business certificate. This program is open to students without an accounting undergraduate degree as well as those who have earned an accounting-focused bachelor’s degree. The undergraduate GPA for admitted students typically ranges from 2.9 to 4.0.

Historically, admitted certificate students have average cumulative GPA's of 3.2 and come from a variety of academic majors, with the majority having some sort of prior accounting education.

The University of Baltimore has several scholarships that may be available for those students who have submitted competitive GPA documentation.

A key factor for all applicants is the undergraduate GPA, although graduate coursework will be taken into account. Request your official transcripts as soon as possible, as they can take time to print, prepare and mail. The Office of Admission requires original transcripts from all universities you’ve attended. It’s easiest to have the institution send your transcript directly to us.

If you are mailing an institution’s transcript, do not break the seal upon receipt. If you attended a non-U.S. institution, you must provide the official transcript and a transcript evaluation with a course-by-course analysis conducted by a transcript evaluation service such as World Education Services. 

Send your resume to our team at documents@ubalt.edu. By submitting your resume you are signaling that you are a polished professional. That’s great because our students are professionals who are looking to enhance or change their careers. The diversity of your overall work experience is important to us.  

The Admissions Committee holistically considers your transcripts, work experience, personal statement and professional recommendation in the evaluation process.

Your personal statement is important, so take your time writing it. Please submit it to documents@ubalt.edu

Clearly tell the admissions committee more about your background and your interests. Share the reasons why you are interested in pursuing a University of Baltimore Applications of AI for Business certificate.

Include your thoughts about how the program will assist you in achieving your academic and professional development goals. Make sure your essay is well written and exhibits a high level of academic and professional competency. Again, don’t forget to proofread for grammatical and spelling errors. 

One recommendation letter is required for candidates with a GPA less than 3.0. It should come from someone with the ability to evaluate your academic aptitude and/or professional experience, such as a professor, supervisor, project partner, or mentor.

Candidates with a GPA above 3.0 are not required to submit a letter of recommendation but it is welcomed.

Examples should include details of your work history, thoughts on your competence as an employee, an explanation of why they think you’d be a successful Applications of AI for Business certificate candidate, description of your academic ability, etc.

Ask the writers to put their letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes with their signatures on the back flap. Give those individuals who are writing your letters of recommendation at least two weeks—but preferably a month—to complete the task. This allows them to take their time and communicate their thoughts and recommendations of the likelihood that you will succeed in the program.

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Baltimore, MD 21201

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UPCOMING ADMISSION INFORMATION SESSIONS

  • Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Oen House | On Campus | Register
  • Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 from 6-7 p.m. | Virtual Session | Register
  • Monday, Dec. 8, 2025 from 6-7 p.m. | Virtual Session | Register

GRADUATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Ready to move your career forward? Have a conversation with our graduate program director.

Dr. Mikhail Pevzner

Email: mpevzner@ubalt.edu 
Phone: 410.837.5862

 

 

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