UMGC Responds to New Workforce Demands for an AI-Driven Future

"Today's employers are looking to hire professionals who can leverage artificial intelligence technologies to drive mission-critical outcomes across all sectors-from small businesses and large corporations to nonprofits, government agencies, and the military," said Elena Gortcheva, portfolio director of data analytics at UMGC.

By embedding AI into its cybersecurity curriculum, UMGC is ensuring that students are not only prepared for today's challenges but are also equipped to lead tomorrow's AI-enhanced security landscape. The new undergraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Foundations is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to lead AI initiatives within their organizations.

The program is specifically tailored for non-technical professionals and managers, ensuring you are well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in your respective industries. You'll attain a comprehensive understanding of AI, from introductory concepts to practical AI tools and applications, ethical considerations, and broader implications for both the workplace and society.

And the new online bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence provides both technical and strategic foundations in AI through core coursework covering mathematics, machine learning, deep learning, data engineering, and systems design, while emphasizing ethical AI development. The degree offers a future-focused curriculum with two distinct tracks, catering to both those who want to leverage AI's power and those who want to build it.