Graduate Programs
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Business (MS in AI)
The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Business (MS in AI) is a STEM-designated graduate program designed for professionals seeking to lead in an AI-driven business environment. The program combines artificial intelligence technologies, including machine learning, generative AI, and predictive analytics, with business leadership, strategy, ethics, and governance.
The curriculum consists of core and elective courses that integrate applied AI with business functions such as marketing, operations, finance, and entrepreneurship. Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate AI opportunities, lead organizational change, and bridge the gap between technical teams and executive decision-makers.
Offered fully online in an asynchronous format, the MS in AI provides flexibility for working professionals while preparing graduates for leadership roles at the intersection of business and technology. As the first program of its kind among Virginia’s public universities, it offers a distinctive pathway for career advancement in a rapidly evolving field.
Additional details about the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Business are available on the Graduate Admissions webpage.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) provides a quality graduate program for experienced professionals who want to assume management and leadership positions in a variety of organizational settings. The program encompasses the knowledge and skills necessary for effectively managing both the technical and the human sides of organizations.
The curriculum consists of foundation courses, core courses, and elective courses that combine business theory with current business practice. The foundation and core courses provide a common body of knowledge required for effective performance in today’s unpredictable global business environment. Complementing this common body of knowledge are a variety of electives from which students can choose, depending on their professional interests.
Additional details about the MBA degree are available in the MBA program description section of the Catalog.
The College of Business is also the home for two Centers that support development and research related to local business activities: the Center for Economic Development and the Center for Business Research.