Academic Programs

AI & Business Program

A 12-month program for those seeking to gain in-demand skills and experiences in artificial intelligence for business career success. The accelerated program builds AI fluency—from fundamental technical skills to core strategic approaches—for leading data-driven transformation in any business setting.

Course offerings

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Intro to Business Analytics ▸

Coding for Analysis ▸
Syracuse University micro-credential*

Intro to Data Decision-Making Using AI ▸
Syracuse University micro-credential*

Applied AI ▸
Syracuse University micro-credential*

Project Management ▸
Syracuse University micro-credential*

*A focused credential that demonstrates mastery in a specific skill.

Courses by quarter

Download the Advanced Certificate in AI & Business course grid to view the course offerings by quarter.

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An accelerated college-level education

The AI & business program follows an accelerated 12 month curriculum with short quarterly breaks. Plus, all courses are approved by the American Council on Education (ACE), which means you could potentially transfer up to 48 credits into a traditional college or university degree. You will also earn four micro-credentials from Syracuse University. The Advanced Certificate in AI & Business is licensed by New York State Education Department.

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Is this program right for you?

Students come to Golisano Institute along many different paths. Whether just starting out, looking to build new skills, or ready to build your dream business, the AI and business program offers anyone regardless of background an accelerated business education that delivers real career results.

Class Schedule

A simple, reliable weekly timetable

Monday/Tuesday

Class

8:45 am – 10:30 am

Break

10:30 am – 11:15 am

Class

11:15 am – 1:00 pm

Wednesday

Speaking from Experience & networking

Starts at 8:45 am

Thursday/Friday

Class

8:45 am – 10:30 am

Break

10:30 am – 11:15 am

Class

11:15 am – 1:00 pm

AI Innovation Hub

A state-of-the-art space for exploring the intersection of business and bleeding-edge technologies.

Take a tour of the AI Innovation Hub at Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship with Graham Anthony, assistant vice president for education technologies and innovation.

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Career growth & success

An education driven by experience

Real career experiences with businesses and nonprofits are embedded into the business and entrepreneurship program. Most quarters include a class dedicated to career development. Learning from Experience, a series of three classes, is dedicated to immersive field experiences that begin with job shadowing and evolve into full-time internships or mentored startup incubation.

INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING

Instructors & Mentors

Instructors commit 40 percent of their time to mentoring, so students always have support inside the classroom and out.

Speaking from Experience

Every Wednesday, guest speakers come to campus center to share insights and perspectives on business success, entrepreneurship, and leadership. This is a unique offering that gives students the opportunity to hear from—and interact with—some of the sharpest minds in business today.

Featuring

9

9

speakers since 2023

Past Speakers

Tim Shriver

Chairman

Special Olympics

June 5, 2024
Colleen Matteson

Colleen Matteson

President

Bank of America

November 29, 2023
Tim Tebow

Tim Tebow

Founder, Tim Tebow Foundation; College Football Analyst, ESPN and SEC Network; Former NFL Quarterback

June 18, 2025
Anthony Scaramucci

Anthony Scaramucci

Founder & Managing Partner, Founder & Chairman

Skybridge Capital, SALT

July 2, 2025
Erin Tolefree

Erin Tolefree

President & CEO

Baldwin Richardson Foods

February 8, 2025
Tom Monaghan

Tom Monaghan

Founder

Domino’s Pizza

October 4, 2023
Lindy Ruff

Lindy Ruff

Head Coach

Buffalo Sabres

June 18, 2025
Shaina Zazzaro

Shaina Zazzaro

Founder & CEO

Effortlessly Healthy

June 4, 2025
Tom Bonadio

Tom Bonadio

Founder & Senior Counsel

The Bonadio Group

December 18, 2024

Academic calendar

Our academic year is comprised of four quarters, each with 2-3 weeks in between. We also recognize a number of holidays and observances throughout the year—see our full calendar to learn more.

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Enrollment for Fall 2026 at Golisano Institute is now open for those ready to take the next step.

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