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Professional Certificate: Applied AI for Professional Practice

AI is changing the way we work, and the ability to design, evaluate, implement and communicate AI-enabled solutions is becoming a critical skill. This course will equip individuals to build, evaluate and present responsible AI-enabled solutions with confidence.

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At a glance

Dates

F25-26

Start date: June 1, 2026

End date: July 24, 2026

Enroll by: May 18, 2026

Monday 4:00pm 7:00pm America/New_York

Wednesday 5:30pm 7:00pm America/New_York

Modality

Hybrid

Cost

$3500.00

Topics

Objectives and key skills

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future skill—it is a present professional reality. But organizations need more than AI users. They need professionals who can integrate AI thoughtfully, responsibly, and strategically. In this eight-week course, participants will move from conceptual understanding of AI to real-world solution design; build and test AI-enabled prototypes aligned with real organizational challenges; analyze risk, bias and sustainability impacts; develop implementation plans grounded in accountability and feasibility; and present and articulate choice-making and decisions with external mentors and industry experts.


This program is ideal for those seeking to:

  • Strengthen digital fluency.
  • Translate liberal arts strengths into workforce-ready capability.
  • Lead confidently in AI-enabled environments.
  • Differentiate themselves in competitive job markets.


*No previous AI experience required.*

Lelia King

Schedule

Course Dates:

June 1–July 24, 2026.

Hybrid

  • In-Person: Mondays from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at the Furman Innovation Lab (Flywheel)
  • Virtual: Wednesdays from 5:30–7:00 p.m.

What to expect

Course Notes

Course Dates:

Course runs June 1–July 24, 2026.


Schedule:

Hybrid

  • In-Person: Mondays from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at the Furman Innovation Lab (Flywheel)
  • Virtual: Wednesdays from 5:30–7:00 p.m.

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