Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
Harness AI to advance your career
Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every industry—from healthcare and finance to cybersecurity, education, marketing, and media. Fordham University’s advanced certificate in artificial intelligence equips students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to understand, evaluate, and apply AI technologies responsibly in a rapidly evolving world.
At a glance
- Degree type: Advanced Certificate
- Credit hours: 12
- Cost per credit hours: $1,789
- Duration: Full-time (one year); part-time (two years)
- Classes begin: January 2027 and August 2027
- Application deadline: See the application deadlines page
- Location/Modality: Weekend, evening, and hybrid (on-campus and online) courses are available at Fordham's Lincoln Center Campus in Manhattan
- Full-time or part-time: Full-time and part-time
- Is there an accelerated option? No
Can you see yourself in the Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence program? Start your application today or register for a information session.
Program specifics
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What defines Fordham’s Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence?
Fordham’s Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence takes a cross-disciplinary, applied approach, preparing students to use AI to solve real-world challenges across fields. Students can tailor their AI expertise to their interests, from developing intelligent systems and analyzing data to strengthening cybersecurity.
By combining AI skills with specialized knowledge, this advanced certificate program prepares students to apply AI effectively within their field and stand out in an increasingly AI-driven workforce.
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How to apply for an Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
To ensure that we are able to holistically evaluate the candidate’s suitability for the Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence program, the following application components are required:
- Resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of intent
- Supplemental essay (optional)
- Two letters of recommendation
Please visit the admissions information page to learn more about our admissions requirements.
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Potential Job Titles
- AI/ML Analyst
- AI Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- AI/Technology Consultant
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- AI Research Assistant -AI Governance or Responsible AI Analyst
- AI-focused Marketing
- Communications
- Media Specialist
Relevant Job Sectors
- Pharma
- Biopharma
- Startup
- Government
- Compliance
- Consulting
F.A.Q.
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Fordham’s Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence provides students and working professionals with the technical knowledge and practical skills to adapt and thrive in an AI-driven workforce. By combining foundational AI expertise with your existing academic background or industry experience, you can expand your career opportunities, qualify for higher-level roles, and apply emerging technologies to complex challenges in your field.
Additionally, the program offers a strong foundation for continued graduate study in AI-related fields, preparing you for advanced research and leadership opportunities across both academia and industry.
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Fordham’s Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence can help you expand your career opportunities across both industry and academia, equipping you to apply AI within your area of expertise. Potential career paths include:
- AI/ML Analyst
- AI Business Analyst
- AI Product Analyst
- Data Analyst
- AI/Technology Consultant
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- AI Research Assistant
- AI Governance or Responsible AI Analyst
- AI-focused Marketing, Communications, or Media Specialist
For students and working professionals seeking more advanced technical careers and roles, the certificate also provides a foundation for continued graduate study in fields such as data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
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No prior background in artificial intelligence is required. Fordham’s Advanced Certificate in Artificial Intelligence is designed for students with backgrounds in computer science or other STEM fields, as well as applicants without extensive technical experience who have an aptitude for mathematics and science.
Two courses completed for the advanced certificate can also count toward the requirements for Fordham’s graduate programs in computer and information science:
- MS in Data Science
- MS in Computer Science
- PhD in Computer Science
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