University of Massachusetts Amherst

How this program compares

At an estimated $11.1K in total tuition, the Online Graduate Certificate in AI for Business sits roughly 3% below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database — placing it in the 59th percentile on cost among the 236 we track at this level. It is one of the 57% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience in business or technology is preferred but not always mandatory for certificate programs.

About This Program

This 12-credit online program prepares business leaders to integrate AI strategies and tools into organizational decision-making and strategy. Coursework concentrates on Machine Learning and Generative AI and LLMs. Most students complete it in about 1 year.

Estimated total tuition is $11.1K, below the $11.4K average for AI certificate programs in our database and in the 59th percentile on cost at this level. That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

Gain machine learning skills to advance as Product Analyst in Business AI Graduates frequently move into roles such as Product Analyst, with reported salaries around $120,000.

Career Outcomes

Gain machine learning skills to advance as Product Analyst in Business AI

• 1. AI Business Strategist
• 2. Generative AI Consultant
• 3. AI Product Manager
• 4. Business Intelligence Analyst

What You'll Learn

• Apply generative AI tools to optimize business workflows and decision-making.
• Develop AI strategies for organizational transformation and competitive advantage.
• Implement ethical frameworks and risk management for AI deployment in business.
• Analyze AI applications in marketing, operations, and analytics for practical outcomes.

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes one core course in business applications with Python and three electives in machine learning and AI strategy.

Top Employers

Top employers include consulting firms like McKinsey and Deloitte, tech companies like Google and Amazon, and financial institutions such as JPMorgan Chase.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience in business or technology is preferred but not always mandatory for certificate programs.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Not Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)