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Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence

ONLINE MBA IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Shape the Future of Business in AI
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way the world works—and the leaders of tomorrow will be those who can harness its power with purpose. Mount Union’s MBA with a concentration in AI is designed to empower professionals to lead organizations through the evolving landscape of innovation and strategy. Whether you're guiding teams, launching initiatives, or driving digital transformation, this program equips you with the insight, ethics, and strategic fluency to lead confidently in an AI-driven world. 

This one-year, fully online program features an asynchronous AI specialization designed to meet the needs of students with little to no background in coding. You won’t need to build the systems yourself—this MBA is about steering the vision, not writing the code. Through three to four focused courses, you’ll gain the technical literacy to manage AI projects, make impactful decisions, and lead teams through the opportunities and challenges of AI adoption. 


  

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Courses in Artificial Intelligence

Mount Union’s online MBA in AI is designed to fit into your life and help you reach your goals, without putting everything else on pause. With a flexible, seven-week course format and multiple start dates throughout the year, you can move through the program at a pace that works for you—without putting your career on hold. 

This specialization includes three to four asynchronous, low-code courses that build your ability to lead AI initiatives across industries. You’ll gain the confidence to manage AI projects, make informed decisions, and guide your organization through change—all without needing a background in programming. 


 

FEATURED COURSES

  1. Generative AI for Managers

    Generative AI is transforming business productivity, making it essential for managers to adapt or risk falling behind competitors who leverage its power. This course prepares students to make a real impact in any field with GenAI, teaching practical skills like prompt engineering, AI workflow integration, and solution development. Youll also dive into ethical concerns and explore future trends, equipping you to lead with innovation and insight. 

  2. Business Use Cases for AI

    As you wouldnt apply a financial model to drive a marketing campaign, each business challenge requires specific AI tools. This course teaches you to assess AI technologies, recognize the correct business problems for AI solutions, and create effective implementation strategies. Youll be equipped to tackle key challenges and design impactful AI-driven solutions by the end. 

  3. AI Governance and Ethics

    AI brings transformative possibilities but raises critical ethical challenges, from data privacy and bias to transparency and the role of human oversight. Navigating AI governance is crucial for any manager looking to implement this technology responsibly. This course teaches you to develop ethical AI policies, manage AI-related risks, and effectively communicate governance standards to stakeholders.

  4. Managing AI Projects

    AI projects enable businesses to forecast trends and optimize operations, providing insights into past events and future actions. By the end of this course, youll be equipped to create real financial and operational impact by managing the full AI project lifecycle—from crafting project plans and handling data to ensuring smooth deployment and reporting outcomes to stakeholders.

 
View the entire MBA in artificial intelligence curriculum

  • 36 Credit Hours

    Structured for two, seven-week classes per term (*credit hours)

  • $695 per credit hour

    The 2025-2026 cost per credit hour for the online M.B.A. is $695. (discounts available)

  • 6 Starts

    MBA has rolling admission in the May, August, and January terms

Why is an Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence Right for You?

Whether you're streamlining operations, launching innovative products, or shaping big-picture strategy, Mount Union’s MBA in Artificial Intelligence gives you the tools to confidently lead in a tech-driven world. This program is ideal for professionals who want to understand and apply AI—not code it—so they can guide teams, make smarter decisions, and drive meaningful change. 

From operational leaders and product innovators to aspiring AI advocates and career builders, this program helps you stay ahead of the curve. You’ll gain the skills to manage AI projects, communicate across technical and non-technical teams, and position yourself as a forward-thinking leader in any industry. Learn more about the value of an online MBA, career benefits, and salaries post-degree.

 

Learn More About the Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence

Mount Union’s online MBA with a concentration in AI prepares you to confidently lead AI initiatives, even if you don’t have a technical background. The program’s low-code, asynchronous format fits your schedule and builds the technical literacy needed to manage AI projects, make informed decisions, and guide teams through digital transformation. With multiple start dates and a flexible course structure, you can grow your leadership potential while balancing your professional responsibilities. Mount Union's online MBA provides a flexible, cost-effective path to professional growth.
 

Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence Admission Requirements

  1. All Applicants:
    • Degree/Credentials: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
    • Undergraduate Achievement: Possess an undergraduate cumulative grade point average equal to or greater than 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
    • Experience: Provide a curriculum vitae or résumé.
    • Essay and Writing Ability: Applicants will submit an essay of a maximum of 500 words outlining the following: 1) career aspirations, 2) qualifications, and 3) rationale for applying to the program. This piece should demonstrate the candidate’s ability to write at a graduate level.
    • Professional Recommendation: Provide one recommendation from an employer or a former professor who is in a position to judge the applicant’s potential for graduate-level study and research.
    • Consideration for Conditional Admission: Applicants who do not meet the above criteria will be judged on a case-by-case basis and will be asked to submit additional documentation in an attempt to gain conditional admission.
  2. Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Equivalent:
    • Students with a bachelor's degree in business (or those who have completed an equivalent of the business common professional core (CPC) at the undergraduate level) with a 3.0 GPA or higher will not be required to take Business Foundations 1 and 2.
  3. Applicants with Non-Business Bachelor’s Degree:
    • Students with a non-business bachelor's degree or those who have not completed an equivalent of the business common professional core (CPC) at the undergraduate level, earning a 3.0 GPA or higher, will be required to take Business Foundations 1 and 2. The undergraduate CPC may also be satisfied by completing appropriate undergraduate courses

 

OTHER ADMISSION/ENROLLMENT RELATED INFORMATION

Transfer Credit Policy: A maximum of nine (9) semester hours of graduate transfer credits will be considered for transfer credit. The course(s) must have been taken at an accredited institution and be aligned with the objectives for the University of Mount Union course(s), and only coursework earning a grade of B or better will be considered for transfer credit. Additional credits may be transferred on a case-by-case basis.

A candidate wishing to transfer credits must submit an official transcript, along with a copy of the appropriate course description from the graduate catalog of the respective institution, and may be asked to offer additional documentation (such as a course syllabus). To initiate a transfer credit evaluation, contact Dr. Wendy Ziems-Mueller, director of the MBA program, at ziemswj@mountunion.edu.
 

TOEFL Requirement: Applicants whose primary language is not English must have a recent IBT (Internet- Based TOEFL) score of 100 or more in addition to meeting other program requirements.
 

Enrollment Deposit: If admitted to the program, candidates are required to submit a non-refundable deposit of $250. This deposit will be applied toward tuition charges.

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