AI for Business Micro-Credential

University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, Shidler College of Business

About This Micro-Credential

Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations operate, compete, and make decisions. The AI for Business micro-credential gives you the skills to understand, apply, and strategically integrate AI into real-world business contexts—without needing a technical background. You will learn how to turn data and AI outputs into actionable insights while considering ethics, governance, and organizational impact.

How to get started

• Complete ITM 325 first; then ITM 425.

Coursework

This micro-credential includes two sequential courses (6 credits total):

ITM 325—AI for Business I: Foundations & Applications

ITM 425—AI for Business II: Strategy, Use Cases & Decision Making

Courses combine hands-on tools, case studies, and strategic frameworks to build both applied and executive-level AI fluency.

(No prerequisites for ITM 325)

Who This Is For

• Business, economics, and related majors
• Working professionals and managers
• Business owners seeking AI-driven efficiency
• Non-degree-seeking learners upskilling for AI-enabled roles

Skills You Will Gain

• Applying AI tools to business problems
• Translating data into strategic recommendations
• Designing AI adoption roadmaps
• Evaluating ethical and governance considerations

What You Will Learn

You will explore AI applications in marketing, finance, operations, and decision-making—learning how organizations use AI responsibly to create value. Through real cases and hands-on projects, you will build confidence communicating AI insights to technical and executive audiences alike.

Stackability

Courses count toward the MIS undergraduate major as electives and serve as the first step toward an AI for Business certificate and potential graduate-level pathways.

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