Department Chair
Suhong Li, Ph.D.
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Learn to apply artificial intelligence across industries and lead with purpose in a changing world.
At a Glance
What You’ll Learn:
- Build a foundation in AI concepts, tools, and ethical decision-making while exploring how artificial intelligence is used across industries.
What You’ll Do:
- Use AI tools to analyze data, solve problems, and develop practical solutions through hands-on, interdisciplinary coursework.
Where You’ll Go:
- Prepare for careers in fields such as finance, healthcare, marketing, policy, and technology where AI literacy and problem-solving are in growing demand.
Program Highlights
Applied AI at ºÚÁÏÍø911 is designed for a world where artificial intelligence is transforming every industry. You won’t just learn how AI works, you’ll use it to solve real challenges.
Applied AI Across Industries
Learn how AI is used in finance, healthcare, marketing, and more—not just in theory, but in practice.
Low-Code, High Impact
Build AI-powered solutions using low-code and no-code tools, making it accessible regardless of your technical background.
Ethical & Responsible AI
Understand the risks, biases, and societal implications of AI—and how to use it responsibly.
Built for What’s Next
AI is evolving fast. This program evolves with it so your skills stay relevant.
Interdisciplinary by Design
Shape your Applied AI experience around a specific area of interest. You'll choose a concentration — within business, healthcare or the social sciences — and pair it with a minor in one of the other two areas. This structure ensures you graduate with AI expertise across disciplines.
Sample Courses
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence or Intro to AI for Business
AI 201 / AI 201B
Artificial Intelligence Applications and Ethics
AI 202
Data Management & Visual Analytics
AI 301
AI Application Development
AI 310
Applied AI Internship
AI 391
Human-Centered AI Strategy and Deployment
AI 401
Applied AI Capstone
AI 490
Applied AI Minor
The interdisciplinary minor in Artificial Intelligence gives you the skills to apply AI in your field, no matter your major. You’ll explore AI fundamentals, work with real-world applications, and examine the ethical impact of emerging technologies, building the critical thinking and adaptability needed to succeed in a changing world.
The Applied AI minor is designed to complement your primary field of study and is typically added as a second minor.
Prerequisite Courses
In addition to interdisciplinary electives, which sit within the College of Business, College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Applied Artificial Intelligence minor features two prerequisite courses:
- AI 201: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- AI 202: Artificial Intelligence Applications and Ethics
In addition to interdisciplinary electives, which sit within the College of Business, College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Applied Artificial Intelligence minor features two prerequisite courses:
- AI 201: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- AI 202: Artificial Intelligence Applications and Ethics
Elective Requirement
Students must pick two approved Applied AI minor course electives:
- AM 423: AI Application in Insurance
- COM 381: Message Design & Content AI
- FIN 414: AI Applications in Finance
- ISA 342: AI Ethics and Data Governance
- ISA 460: Big Data Analytics & AI Applications
- LCS 403: The Philosophy of Technology
- LGLS 340: Legal & Ethical Aspects of AI
- SCI 359: Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- SCI 472: AI & Tech Wellness & Performance
Students must pick two approved Applied AI minor course electives:
- AM 423: AI Application in Insurance
- COM 381: Message Design & Content AI
- FIN 414: AI Applications in Finance
- ISA 342: AI Ethics and Data Governance
- ISA 460: Big Data Analytics & AI Applications
- LCS 403: The Philosophy of Technology
- LGLS 340: Legal & Ethical Aspects of AI
- SCI 359: Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- SCI 472: AI & Tech Wellness & Performance
Careers Powered by AI
From finance and health care to marketing and technology, AI skills are in demand across industries. ºÚÁÏÍø911 students build the analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills needed to apply AI in real-world environments.
Example Roles:
- AI Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Marketing Analytics Specialist
- Product Analyst
- Data Visualization Specialist
Explore AI in Action
Through ºÚÁÏÍø911’s AI Lab, students experiment with emerging technologies, test real-world applications, and explore how AI is shaping industries from business to healthcare and beyond.
Learn by Doing
Lessons from a textbook can only take you so far. That’s why experiential learning is at the core of your ºÚÁÏÍø911 experience. You’ll engage in hands-on projects and opportunities beginning your very first year — building skills in critical thinking, learning how to adapt to challenges, and fostering your determination to succeed.
Internships
Gain practical experience and grow your confidence through our many internship opportunities.
International Learning
Expand your horizons and immerse yourself in another culture through one of our study abroad programs.
Service Learning
Discover how to tackle society’s greatest challenges and put your ideas into action to benefit our community.
Student Research
Engage your analytical mindset by collaborating with faculty on original research in the lab and field.
Find Your Minor
By pairing your Applied AI studies with a minor in a different college, you’ll learn how to apply artificial intelligence across disciplines and solve complex problems. Depending on your concentration, you’ll complement your studies with a minor in business, the humanities, or health sciences—broadening your perspective and strengthening your career readiness.