FREE Online Certificate in AI and Career Empowerment | This is NOT an event

Ready to Upskill?

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business has launched a Free Online Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Career Empowerment—and it’s open to everyone!

This is a great opportunity to explore how AI is shaping the future of work while building practical skills to stay competitive in your career.

Explore the program and enroll here:
🔗 https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/executive-education/learning-opportunities-individuals/free-online-certificate-artificial-intelligence-and-career-empowerment

We’re always looking out for resources that support your growth—this one’s worth checking out.

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Program Description

This transformative course is designed for early to mid-career professionals looking to move to the private sector, or for a change in direction. The course provides an overview of Artificial Intelligence, how it is transforming functional areas in the private sector and what career opportunities may emerge during this time. Participants will explore how AI is transforming various industries, examining real-world applications and the broader implications of AI adoption in fields such as marketing, finance, healthcare, and technology. Through lectures from professors and interviews with industry experts, they will gain a deeper understanding of how AI is driving innovation, shaping job markets, and creating new opportunities across different sectors.

Given the global uncertainties in economies and the labor market, we also provide useful pointers for career empowerment, including how to navigate job opportunities, explore startups, negotiate well during challenging times and position yourself for AI-related opportunities in various sectors. This course blends theoretical knowledge with practical insights, ensuring participants not only understand AI concepts but also learn how to apply them effectively in their careers.

Participants will receive a completely free certificate in “Artificial Intelligence and Career Empowerment” from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland.

Who Should Enroll?

• Professionals in search of new opportunities.
• Professionals looking to pivot into AI-enabled roles.
• Individuals exploring independent consulting or entrepreneurship.
• Experts seeking to market their knowledge as a service.
• Anyone interested in understanding AI's role in business and career transformation.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Establish foundational AI literacy and understand why and how AI solutions are being built in business.
• Explore how AI is shaping career opportunities across functional areas in business.
• Gain actionable strategies for career transition, job searching, and consulting.
• Network with industry experts, HR professionals, and AI practitioners.