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Take the First Step into the Field of AI

UMGC now offers one of the first academic undergraduate certificates in AI in Maryland with classes starting in the spring of 2025. This online certificate can help everyone in any role, including employees learning how to participate and compete in the work force using AI tools or senior-level managers figuring out how to best use AI. Learn about UMGC’s expertise and program offerings in this high-demand field.

View Artificial Intelligence Foundations Courses

This program requires a total of 18 credits.

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Master Key Concepts & Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Today’s employers understand that the field of AI is expanding at a rapid rate, which is why modern companies understand the need to engage with—and adapt to—this new technology. The foundational skills, techniques, and AI fundamentals you learn in this online certificate program are universal and will only increase in relevance as AI technology continues to integrate itself into modern workflows and processes. Our portfolio directors refresh and update the curriculum regularly, with a focus on helping students achieve the following:

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$407B
Future Market Share
The AI market is expected to reach $407 billion in market revenue by 2027.
Source: Forbes Magazine | “24 Top AI Statistics and Trends In 2024.” | Last Reviewed: August 2024
75%+
Companies Adopting AI
About 75 percent of companies are expected to adopt new AI technologies in the next five years.
Source: World Economic Forum | “The Future of Jobs Report 2023” | April 30, 2023

Practice Real-World Skills in Your AI Courses

Throughout your academic curriculum, your instructors will assign coursework that will help you prioritize real-world skills and experience. Some possible course projects include:

  • Analyze a machine learning model used for loan approval to identify and mitigate potential biases. By examining the dataset, feature selection, and model predictions, you may uncover sources of bias and implement strategies to enhance fairness and equity in the model’s outcomes.
  • Examine the transparency and explainability of a black-box AI system used for employee performance evaluation and develop a project to improve the system.
  • Develop a machine learning-based Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to identify and mitigate potential cyber threats in a network environment.
  • Examine the ethical implications of generative AI models, such as deepfakes and AI-generated content. The project involves a thorough analysis of the potential misuse of generative AI, the societal impact, and the development of guidelines for responsible use and regulation.

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