Business – Certification 2 in AI for Business
Program Description: The Artificial Intelligence in Business Certification Level 2 prepares students to apply artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and automation tools to improve business decision-making and operations. Designed for the modern workforce, this program blends business fundamentals with emerging technologies to prepare graduates for roles at the intersection of business strategy and digital innovation.
Use this Program MAP as an advising guide to choose courses with your advisor and track progress toward milestones and completion of degree.
| Course | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Advising Notes | Weekly Lecture Hours | Weekly Lab Hours | Weekly Other Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||||||
| BCIS 1305 – Business Computer Applications | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| ITAI 1370 – AI History, Theory and Platforms | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| BUSI 1301 – Business Principles | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| ITSE 1359 – Introduction to Scripting Languages | 3 | 64 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| ACNT 1303 – Introduction to Accounting I | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Program Semester Totals | 15 | 256 | Meet with your advisor | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Semester 2 | ||||||
| ITAI 1371 – Introduction to Machine Learning | 3 | 64 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| BUSI 1307 – Personal Finance | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| BUSG 2309 – Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| ITAI 1372 – AI Use Across Industries | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| MRKG 1311 Marketing or MRGK 2333 Principles of Selling | 3 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Program Semester Totals | 15 | 256 | 15 | 1 | 0 | |
| Program Completion Totals | 30 | 512 | 29 | 5 | 0 | |
Transfer Information
The Associate of Applied Science AI in Business Certificate Level 2 is designed to provide a curriculum for students whose interests lie in the area of business and artificial intelligence, but who do not plan to work toward a four-year degree. In some cases, the degree and course work are transferable to a 4-year institution that offers a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS or BAAS) degree. Please check with your advisor for more information.
For more information on program transfer information to four-year institutions visit Blinn’s transfer information site:
www.blinn.edu/transfer-information