Foundations of Applied Artificial Intelligence

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)
Academic Plan Code
5364N
Total credits required
9
Catalog Year
2026-2027
Effective Term
Fall 2026
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.

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:

  • Data Scientists

* 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 Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
CIS137 Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals 3
CIS144 Applied Artificial Intelligence 3
CIS218 Industry Application for Artificial Intelligence 3
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.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.