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Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing industries, reshaping business strategies, and transforming the way we work. Are you ready to understand AI’s potential and harness its power?

In this engaging online course, you’ll dive into the fundamentals of AI, from its historical roots to cutting-edge innovations in machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. Through real-world applications and expert insights, you’ll discover how AI models work, how businesses are leveraging AI, and what the future holds for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). But AI isn’t just about technology—it’s about impact. That’s why this course also explores the ethical challenges, regulatory considerations, and societal implications of AI. By the end, you’ll gain the critical knowledge needed to confidently navigate the evolving AI landscape. Whether you’re a business professional, entrepreneur, or tech enthusiast, this course is designed to equip you with practical insights and a strong foundation in AI. Join us today and take the first step toward mastering the future of AI!

This module offers a comprehensive introduction to AI, encompassing its historical development, fundamental mechanisms, ethical considerations, and regulatory landscapes.

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18 videos6 readings7 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

18 videosTotal 86 minutes
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence3 minutes
  • Meet Your Instructor5 minutes
  • The Impact of the Gies Community2 minutes
  • The Intelligence Spectrum4 minutes
  • Origins of AI5 minutes
  • Development of Modern AI5 minutes
  • Anatomy of an Algorithm4 minutes
  • Gallery of Algorithms 6 minutes
  • Introduction to Neural Networks6 minutes
  • What Is Data?5 minutes
  • Data Preprocessing and Transformation5 minutes
  • Finding Data4 minutes
  • Ethical Concerns of AI6 minutes
  • Techniques to Mitigate Bias in AI5 minutes
  • Cultural Issues With AI5 minutes
  • How Can AI Be Regulated?5 minutes
  • The AI Regulatory Landscape5 minutes
  • New Regulatory Opportunities with AI5 minutes
6 readingsTotal 60 minutes
  • Syllabus10 minutes
  • About the Discussion Forums10 minutes
  • Online Education at Gies College of Business10 minutes
  • Updating Your Profile10 minutes
  • Module 1 Overview10 minutes
  • Module 1 Readings10 minutes
7 assignmentsTotal 155 minutes
  • Module Quiz: History and Overview of Artificial Intelligence 30 minutes
  • Orientation Quiz5 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Origins of AI15 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: How AI Works30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Importance of Data30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: AI Biases and Ethics 15 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: AI Regulations30 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes
  • Getting to Know Your Classmates10 minutes
1 pluginTotal 15 minutes
  • Welcome! Please Tell Us About Yourself15 minutes

This module introduces learners to the foundational techniques of machine learning, focusing on how data-driven models classify, predict, and group information to generate actionable insights. This module provides a comprehensive understanding of three key machine learning approaches—Classification, Regression, and Clustering—and their applications in solving real-world problems.

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15 videos2 readings6 assignments

15 videosTotal 92 minutes
  • What Is Classification? 5 minutes
  • Classification Applications6 minutes
  • Key Classification Algorithms 6 minutes
  • What Is Regression?6 minutes
  • Regression Applications7 minutes
  • Key Regression Algorithms6 minutes
  • What Is Clustering?6 minutes
  • Clustering Applications6 minutes
  • Key Clustering Algorithms7 minutes
  • Metrics for Performance Evaluation 6 minutes
  • Pitfalls to Avoid (Overfitting and Underfitting)6 minutes
  • Cross-Validation and Retraining6 minutes
  • The Data-Model-Application Process6 minutes
  • Transition From ML to AI7 minutes
  • Newer AI Models7 minutes
2 readingsTotal 20 minutes
  • Module 2 Overview10 minutes
  • Module 2 Readings10 minutes
6 assignmentsTotal 180 minutes
  • Module Quiz: Machine Learning Basics30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Classification30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Regression30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Clustering30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Evaluation & Selection30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Machine Learning Models30 minutes

This module delves into advanced concepts of artificial intelligence, emphasizing how machines can process, interpret, and create complex data. This module introduces learners to the cutting-edge techniques that power today’s AI systems, such as neural networks, deep learning architectures, and generative models.

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15 videos2 readings6 assignments

15 videosTotal 88 minutes
  • Understanding Neural Networks5 minutes
  • Convolutional Neural Networks6 minutes
  • Recurrent Neural Networks5 minutes
  • Natural Language Processing6 minutes
  • Computer Vision6 minutes
  • Predictive Analysis6 minutes
  • Overview of Generative Models5 minutes
  • Generative Adversarial Networks6 minutes
  • AI in Creative Industries6 minutes
  • AI in Marketing & Communications 6 minutes
  • AI in Human Resources6 minutes
  • AI in Manufacturing & Sales6 minutes
  • Data Requirements for AI6 minutes
  • Computational Costs of AI6 minutes
  • Model Interpretability6 minutes
2 readingsTotal 20 minutes
  • Module 3 Overview10 minutes
  • Module 3 Readings10 minutes
6 assignmentsTotal 150 minutes
  • Module Quiz: Deep Learning and Generative AI30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Fundamentals of Deep Learning30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Applications of Deep Learning30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Introduction to Generative AI30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Business Applications of Generative AI15 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Challenges in Deep Learning15 minutes

This module explores the transformative potential and challenges associated with AGI and its evolution toward superintelligence. The module provides learners with insights into the technological, societal, and ethical implications of AI advancements, focusing on preparing for a future shaped by these powerful technologies.

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17 videos4 readings6 assignments1 peer review1 plugin

17 videosTotal 97 minutes
  • Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI6 minutes
  • Testing for AGI6 minutes
  • Milestones and Potential Timelines for Achieving AGI6 minutes
  • Economic Impacts of Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI6 minutes
  • Societal Challenges With Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI6 minutes
  • Ethical Considerations of Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI6 minutes
  • Application of Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI on Front Office7 minutes
  • Application of Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI on Factories 7 minutes
  • Application of Narrow AI, AGI, and Super AI on Customer Interaction7 minutes
  • Policy and Governance With AGI and Super AI 6 minutes
  • Impact of AGI and Super AI on Education and The Workforce6 minutes
  • Societal Impacts of AGI and Super AI7 minutes
  • Technological Singularity6 minutes
  • Philosophy About Consciousness7 minutes
  • AI Safety and Control Problems7 minutes
  • Course Wrap-Up2 minutes
  • Learn on Your Terms1 minute
4 readingsTotal 40 minutes
  • Module 4 Information10 minutes
  • Module 4 Readings10 minutes
  • Congratulations on Completing the Course!10 minutes
  • Get Your Course Certificate10 minutes
6 assignmentsTotal 180 minutes
  • Module Quiz: The Future of AI and Artificial Generative Intelligence (AGI)30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: The Path to AGI30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Implications of AGI30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Business Applications of AGI30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Preparing for an AI Future30 minutes
  • Lesson Quiz: Limitations and Philosophical Considerations30 minutes
1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes
  • Peer-Review Assignment: Future of AI60 minutes
1 pluginTotal 15 minutes
  • How Was the Course?15 minutes

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Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

One of the better introductions to AI, it makes sure to mention people like Pitts and covers more than most others. If you are only going to take just one, I would suggest this one.

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Everything explained in the course is clean and simple for beginners

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