This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Foundations of Applied Artificial Intelligence is designed to prepare professionals to understand and apply artificial intelligence within business contexts. The program introduces foundational AI concepts, practical tools, and strategic frameworks for integrating AI into areas such as marketing, finance, operations, and customer experience. Courses emphasize ethical considerations, real world applications, and hands-on projects to build practical skills. Students will be able to interpret AI generated insights, select and evaluate AI tools, and ethically apply AI solutions to business decision making and solutions. This certificate can be completed in one semester and is suited for managers, analysts, entrepreneurs, and other business professionals seeking AI fluency.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Foundations of Applied Artificial Intelligence (CER)
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Apply foundational Artificial Intelligence concepts and tools to solve business problems across domains such as marketing, finance, operations, and customer experience.
- Evaluate appropriate AI technologies (e.g., machine learning, natural language processing, predictive analytics) based on business objectives and data availability.
- Apply AI tools to address business problems.
- Interpret AI-generated outputs for factual accuracy.
- Design solutions with ethical and regulatory considerations when utilizing AI.
- Evaluate case studies to understand the opportunities and limitations of AI in organizations.
- Recommend practical ways AI can support efficiency or innovation in business contexts ethically and responsibly including workforce impact.
Career Statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.
Entry Level Salary
$77,120
Mid Level Salary
$125,800
Average Hourly Wage
$64.18
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$37.08
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$60.00
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
270
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Entry Level Salary
$67,970
Mid Level Salary
$141,440
Average Hourly Wage
$71.20
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$32.68
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$68.00
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
470
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Entry Level Salary
$79,840
Mid Level Salary
$134,640
Average Hourly Wage
$73.59
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$38.39
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$64.00
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
15,790
Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
Entry Level Salary
$37,680
Expert Level Salary
$127,110
Average Hourly Wage
$38.15
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$18.11
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$37.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$61.11
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
2,690
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Entry Level Salary
$62,030
Expert Level Salary
$131,040
Average Hourly Wage
$47.34
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$29.82
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$47.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$63.00
Typical Education Level
Associates Degree
Projected Job Openings
17,290
Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.
Entry Level Salary
$61,370
Mid Level Salary
$125,990
Average Hourly Wage
$64.47
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$29.50
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$60.00
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
16,990
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Entry Level Salary
$37,340
Expert Level Salary
$190,470
Average Hourly Wage
$47.83
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$17.95
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$37.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$91.57
Typical Education Level
High School Diploma
Projected Job Openings
111,360
Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Entry Level Salary
$74,730
Mid Level Salary
$117,580
Expert Level Salary
$206,530
Average Hourly Wage
$59.70
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$35.93
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$56.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$99.30
Typical Education Level
High School Diploma
Projected Job Openings
3,760
Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.
Entry Level Salary
$30,830
Expert Level Salary
$105,800
Average Hourly Wage
$32.11
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$14.82
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$29.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$50.87
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
21,240
Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Entry Level Salary
$74,300
Mid Level Salary
$120,260
Average Hourly Wage
$63.15
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$35.72
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$57.00
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
5,390
Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
Entry Level Salary
$49,080
Expert Level Salary
$156,710
Average Hourly Wage
$46.85
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$23.60
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$47.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$75.34
Typical Education Level
Masters Degree
Projected Job Openings
1,460
There are additional career opportunities associated with this certificate that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below:
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award at https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16459028.
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