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Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate

Artificial Intelligence graduate Certificate


Our artificial intelligence certificate introduces students to the rapidly expanding field of artificial intelligence (AI).  As AI drives many businesses and organizations today, there is a need for qualified AI analysts to meet the increasing demands of a global ecosystem.  With MSSU’s Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate, you can learn the skills needed to break into this lucrative field.   

Complete this program as a stand-alone or pair with an MBA in Data Analytics to further prepare for an exciting career at the intersection of business and data analytics.  Estimated time to complete is 1 year.  Want to expand your data analytics expertise further?  Credits earned in the certificate apply towards MSSU’s MS in Data Analytics.   

Career Outlook in Business Analytics 

Upon completing this certificate program, you will be prepared for a variety of in-demand roles: 

  • Artificial Intelligence Specialist 
  • Artificial Intelligence Analyst 
  • Artificial Intelligence Product Manager 
  • Business Intelligence Analyst 

Program Value  

Expert faculty, curriculum offered in a live online or in-person, real world datasets, cutting edge software platforms - all at less than $6,000 (in-state) or $9,000 (out-of-state).  Estimated tuition and fees are based on current rates.  See University Tuition for the most updated rates.   

Want to attend MSSU but live outside Missouri?  Students from Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas are eligible for an automatic in-state tuition rate, known as Lion Pride Tuition! 

Program Flexibility 

Pursuing a graduate certificate is a significant commitment.  All courses can be completed 100% online.  Instructors will deliver virtual lectures weekly.  You can plug in live online and view recorded lectures later.  MSSU’s innovative course delivery options allow you to pursue your educational goals while meeting the demands of career, family, and the many other competing interests of your time.   

 Note: International students are required to attend in-person classes to meet immigration requirements. 

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Program Curriculum 

MSSU’s Business Analytics certificate is comprised of 12 credit hours.   

Required Courses 

  • GB 521 Statistics and Decision Analysis 
  • DATA 530 Programming for Data Analysis 
  • DATA 550 Machine Learning 
  • DATA 555 Artificial Intelligence
     

Admissions Requirements 

The graduate certificate is open to students holding a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a regionally accredited college or university or recognized equivalent international university, with a cumulative 2.75 GPA (or higher).   

Explore Programs Related to Data Analytics 

MSSU offers a variety of graduate programs related to data analytics.  Check out our other Graduate Programs.   

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Contact the Department

Sarah Holtzen, PhD 
Assistant Professor of Management 
Graduate Programs Coordinator 
Plaster School of Business 
Phone: (417) 659-4031
Email: Holtzen-S@mssu.edu