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Prepare to integrate artificial intelligence, data analytics, and human-centered leadership into modern HR practice through a streamlined, 90-credit, fast-tracked curriculum. This applied AI analytics degree equips students to evaluate and use emerging AI technologies—including machine learning, generative AI, and AI agents—to improve HR processes, strengthen decision making, and support organizational effectiveness. The program helps students develop the essential skills needed to navigate a new era of human resources management where applied AI and human insight work together to drive long-term success.
IWU’s business analytics program offers a learning experience that blends technology, ethics, and people-focused leadership. Students explore how ai systems support key business functions—from talent acquisition to performance management—while building the analytical skills and core concepts necessary for effective HR management. Through real-world applications, research, and guidance from HR experts, students learn how to create effective prompts, understand prompt engineering, interpret employee feedback, and design solutions that improve efficiency and employee experience. Personalized support and a self-paced learning journey help professionals interested in advancing their HR career gain confidence, competence, and the knowledge needed for future-proof success.
Students gain practical skills applying applied AI, data science, and business analytics to real world HR challenges. You will explore AI tools used for workforce planning, employee engagement, training and development, and performance management. Coursework emphasizes ethical AI, creating prompts that enhance AI output, evaluating HR data, and designing an AI adoption roadmap that helps organizations identify opportunities to improve HR processes. By graduation, students can immediately apply their skill set to support HR leaders and drive business success across diverse industries.
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Strengthen your technical expertise and human-centered leadership through coursework that covers:
These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses and prerequisites required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.
Human Intelligence Track
In addition to the courses listed below, students must select one track of three courses from the Human Intelligence Track:
ENT-301 The Business Idea
ENT-302 The Customer Conversation
ENT-303 The Culture and Operations of a Business
LDR-205 Introduction to Leading
LDR-260 Critical Thinking for Leaders
LDR-320 Followership
MGT-302 Management and Leadership
COM-325 Communication in Business
MGT-451 Quality and Project Decision-Making for Managers
AIM-200,AIM-202,AIM-300,AIM-305,AIM-310,AIM-315,AIM-320,AIM-325,AIM-330,AIM-335,AIM-415,AIM-416,AIM-417,AIM-418,AIM-419,AIM-420,AIM-450
The admission requirements are as follows:
The following graduation requirements must be met:
The following graduation requirements must be met:
Prepare to advance your career in a field where technology and human insight work together to shape organizational success. Explore how this program can help you gain the knowledge, tools, and essential skills needed for future HR leadership.
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