Applied Generative AI
Unlock the power of Generative AI to solve real problems, design smart solutions, and lead innovation across industries. Build in-demand skills with hands-on tools, projects, and a standout portfolio.
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Certificate description
Generative AI is no longer just emerging technology. It’s a driver of competitive advantage across industries. This certificate prepares you to lead that change with applied skills in prompt engineering, multimodal content creation, workflow integration, and ethical implementation. It’s designed for professionals who want to move from experimentation to real impact, using AI to improve processes, solve complex problems, and spark innovation.
Through a blend of foundational and advanced courses, you’ll explore how to generate and manipulate text, images, audio, and video using leading tools. You’ll learn to build no-code and low-code AI applications, assess risk and bias, and design responsible strategies for deploying AI at scale. The curriculum also encourages cross-functional thinking, helping you connect technical capabilities with business outcomes and user needs.
Each experience is grounded in hands-on practice and supported by expert feedback, peer collaboration, and real-world projects. This certificate signals your ability to lead with emerging technology, blending creativity, critical thinking, and technical fluency to drive meaningful change.
To earn this certificate, you’ll complete three required courses, choose two electives from a curated list, and finish with a capstone that puts your skills into action.
Outcomes
- Use Generative AI Tools with Confidence
Gain hands-on experience with leading AI platforms for generating text, images, audio, and video. - Design AI-Driven Strategies
Create responsible, scalable strategies for integrating Generative AI into processes and workflows. - Build Low-Code AI Applications
Use no-code and low-code tools to prototype and deploy AI-powered applications. - Apply Ethical AI Practices
Understand risks, mitigate bias, and apply governance frameworks to ensure responsible AI use. - Communicate with AI-Enhanced Insights
Leverage AI to analyze data and tell compelling stories through visual and narrative outputs. - Produce AI-Generated Media
Combine multimodal tools to develop creative, coordinated media content at scale. - Strengthen Work Through Collaboration
Participate in peer reviews and project iterations that refine your thinking and results. - Deliver a Portfolio-Ready Capstone
Create a polished project that demonstrates applied skill, strategic thinking, and AI fluency.
The learning experience
This online certificate combines asynchronous learning with optional live sessions, expert feedback, and peer collaboration. Learners progress through core and elective courses, building a custom pathway that leads to a capstone and portfolio. Every project is designed to apply what you learn right away.
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Core courses
These are the required courses that form the foundation of the certificate.
Elective courses
Choose from these options to tailor the certificate to your interests and goals.
Vision
"We are standing at a turning point. Generative AI is transforming how people work, solve problems, and lead. I built this certificate for professionals who want to adapt with intention. The program spans three essential focus areas—strategy, data analytics, and creative applications—to help participants develop well-rounded fluency. This is not about chasing the latest trend; it's about learning to work with change in a way that feels grounded, purposeful, and human."
Impact
"This program goes beyond theory. Participants will build the skills they need to use AI in their roles. Whether they are improving operations, rethinking products, or leading teams, they will gain the confidence to act. participants will walk away with industry-specific applications they can put to work immediately. These applications are grounded in real roles, responsibilities, and workflows. This program is built to create impact from day one."
Future
"The organizations that thrive in the next decade will be the ones that act now. The people who learn to use AI with purpose will be the ones shaping the future. This program helps working experts build the skills they need to lead that change, regardless of job title or background. Whether you lead strategy, manage logistics, design learning experiences, or drive creative output, this work meets you where you are. From the boiler room to the boardroom, we believe those with industry expertise deserve a seat at the table as we shape the future of work with AI."
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