Artificial Intelligence in Business, MS
Future-proof your career with this master's degree from one of the world's leading business schools. Learn to leverage AI mindfully in organizations, as well as enhance operations and customer experiences with technology while preparing for in-demand careers across industries.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
In the Master of Science program in artificial intelligence in business, you develop technical AI and professional skills needed for success in the constantly evolving landscape of technology and business. The program emphasizes mindful implementation; you learn the implications and possibilities enabled by AI, in addition to the importance of governance and principled innovation. You gain the necessary foundation to excel in evolving fields, with a focus on mindful AI that sets you apart in the workforce. An optional third-semester custom track enables you to maximize the value of your degree by selecting additional courses from a variety of topics.
Anchored in the triad of mindful AI --- business domain knowledge, technical understanding and ethical awareness --- the program aims to cultivate you to be a part of a highly skilled workforce proficient in thoughtfully applying AI across various industries and sectors. The demand for AI professionals is expected to grow as more companies invest in AI technologies to improve their operations and customer experiences. You can prepare to meet this demand with dedicated resources and career coaching from the W. P. Carey Career Services Center.
The Department of Information Systems conducts inspirational and impactful research that helps advance the frontiers of knowledge. The department incorporates state-of-the-art knowledge and advanced technology in teaching and seeks meaningful engagement with students, corporate stakeholders and society.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
30 credit hours including the required capstone course (CIS 576)
Required Core (6 credit hours) Electives (21 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
CIS 565 Artificial Intelligence in Business (3)
CIS 568 AI Business Strategy (3)
CIS 576 Transforming Business with AI (3)
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the W. P. Carey School. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in business or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: Additional Admission Information The letter of recommendation should comment on the student's motivation, commitment, achievements, work experience and likely success in the program. Complete application instructions may be obtained from the department website.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 07/01 | Final* |
| Session A/C | Online | 07/01 | Final* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 12/15 | Final* |
| Session A/C | Online | 12/15 | Final* |
*A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Admission Services by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
ASU offers formally approved and coordinated degree programs at the graduate degree level. These programs include a designated number of approved credit hours that are shared by two degrees. For most concurrent degree programs, you apply once through the ASU graduate application. However, if you want to pursue a concurrent program that includes a law degree, you must submit both the ASU graduate application and the law school application.
This degree is also offered as a concurrent program with the following:
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Graduates are equipped with the in-demand technical and business acumen needed to excel in the rapidly changing realms of technology and business.
The AI market is experiencing rapid growth, with worldwide AI spending projected to top $2 trillion in 2026 and updated long-term forecasts indicating a multitrillion-dollar economic impact within the next five years. Similarly, AI and machine learning specialists are among the fastest-growing roles worldwide. The World Economic Forum projects net job growth of 78 million jobs globally by 2030, driven largely by AI and related technologies.
According to McKinsey, 86% of business leaders expect AI and digital technologies to fundamentally transform their organizations. Compensation for AI roles remains strong, particularly for mid-career positions at major technology firms. Early career salaries vary depending on experience, geographic location and industry focus.
Career examples include:
- AI consultant
- AI entrepreneur
- AI product or project manager
- AI specialist
- big data analyst
- business intelligence analyst
- chatbot developer
- data analyst
- machine learning engineer
- Python developer
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
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Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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