Artificial Intelligence & GenAI: Business Strategies and Applications

Transforming Leaders into AI-Powered Business Innovators
  • Pre-recorded videos for self-paced learning from top Berkeley faculty
  • Live masterclass on GenAI and applications
  • Faculty live sessions on GenAI and it's future
  • Case studies across various Industries
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Introduction to AI-Based Business Solutions, Strategies and Applications

Introduction to AI-Based Business Solutions, Strategies and Applications

Most AI programs focus on technical skills, often missing the mark on real-world application. UC Berkeley’s Executive Education Program in Artificial Intelligence & GenAI: Business Strategies & Applications takes a different approach, equipping leaders with actionable strategies to harness AI for innovation and industry impact—no technical expertise required.

Through a blend of theory and practical insights, the program covers GenAI, automation, machine learning, and robotics, offering tools to drive growth, enhance marketing, and build stronger teams. Enroll to gain the skills and vision needed to thrive in AI-powered business environments.

AI in Action: Why Today Matters More Than Ever

The demand for AI-based tools and systems is rising across India on account of fast digitization in all the major segments of our economy such as banking and financial services, healthcare, automobile, and telecommunication, as AI assists in automation, minimizing errors, and also helps in managing repetitive tasks.

The burgeoning growth of AI in the Indian economy across sectors calls for forward-thinking and ambitious leaders to gain knowledge and seize opportunities in the AI landscape, today.

Let’s have a look at some of the important projections that show India will be the leader of AI in the future.

  • The Indian AI market size reached $ 680 million in 2022 and further, it is expected to reach $3,935.5 million by 2028, showcasing a growth rate (CAGR) of 33.28% during 2023-2028

  • AI expenditure in India surged by 109.6% or $ 665 million in 2018 and is estimated to surge at a CAGR of 39% to reach $ 11,781 million by 2025

  • AI has the potential to add close to $500 billion to the country’s GDP by 2025

Source: Forbes Advisor

Who Is This Program For?

Who Is This Program For?

This program is ideal for:

  • Mid-level professionals aiming to understand the potential of AI and GenAI in driving value across different industries and functions. They will discover key AI trends, practical use cases, and strategic frameworks to lead impactful AI initiatives within the organization.

  • Senior professionals focused on crafting innovative, AI-driven strategies to fuel business growth and efficiency. They will learn to leverage industry insights and real-world applications to build the expertise needed to implement AI solutions that enhance organizational performance and competitiveness.

Key Takeaways

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Learn AI’s current capabilities and applications and its future potential

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Learn how to leverage GenAI models and simulations for prediction

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Learn how to organize and manage successful AI application projects

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Grasp the technical aspects of AI to communicate effectively with technical teams and colleagues

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Learn how to avoid pitfalls associated with these new technologies

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Build your leadership credibility by obtaining a certificate of completion from Berkeley Executive Education

Program Highlights

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Live teaching sessions to deliver learning in real-time

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Cross-disciplinary approach through diverse faculty

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Real-world applications

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Capstone project: AI initiative for your organization

Program Modules

This program provides a comprehensive exploration of how AI can be applied across various industries, business functions, and organizational contexts. It equips participants with actionable strategies for leveraging AI and GenAI to drive meaningful transformation. By offering cutting-edge insights into AI implementation, the program empowers leaders to design and execute impactful strategies that deliver organizational growth while advancing your career in the world of AI.

Live Online Sessions

The Business of AI Today

  • Live session by Global faculty

Generative AI Models and Simulation for Prediction

  • Live session by Global faculty

 

AI and Organizations — Building Your AI Team

  • Live session by Global faculty

The Future of AI in Business

  • Live session by Global faculty

 

GenAI Fundamentals and Overview

  • Live session by Emeritus Program Leader

 

GenAI applications in Leadership and functions: Marketing, Product & Finance

  • Live session by Emeritus Program Leader

Case Studies

Case Studies

Digital transformation has implications for an organization's strategy. What is an appropriate change management strategy when implementing AI and machine learning?

Case studies covered in this program are Vodafone, Skydio and Zipline for insights.

Faculty

Sameer B. Srivastava

Ewald T. Grether Professor of Business Administration and Public Policy | Co-Director, Computational Culture Lab | Co-Director, Berkeley Center for Workplace Culture and Innovation, Haas School of Business

Ewald T. Grether Professor of Business Administration and Public Policy | Co-Director, Computational Culture Lab | Co-Director, Berkeley Center for Workplace Culture and Innov...

Thomas Lee

Associate Adjunct Professor of Operations and Information Technology Management, Haas School of Business

Thomas Lee is an Associate Adjunct Professor of Operations and Information Technology Management at the Haas School of Business and Director of Data Science for the Fisher Cen...

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Matthew Stepka

Visiting Scholar/Executive in Residence UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

Matthew Stepka is a Visiting Scholar and Executive in Residence at UC Berkeley
Haas School of Business. In addition, he is managing partner at Machina Ventures,
an investment ...

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Pieter Abbeel

Professor, UC Berkeley Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)

Pieter Abbeel is a Professor at UC Berkeley’s Electrical Engineering and Computer
Sciences school and Director of the Berkeley Robot Learning Lab and co-director of
the Berkel...

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Zsolt Katona

Professor of Marketing

Zsolt Katona holds a Ph.D. in computer science from the Eotvos University in his
native Hungary and a Ph.D. in marketing from INSEAD France. He is a Professor of
Marketing and...

Path to Alumni Benefits

Enrolling in the Artificial Intelligence & GenAI: Business Strategies and Applications program can become your first step toward pursuing the UC Berkeley Executive Education Certificate of Business Excellence (COBE). The Certificate of Business Excellence gives individuals the opportunity to acquire and hone new skills and do it on a timeline that works with your busy schedule. Participants will earn a mark of distinction with certification from a world-class university and enjoy the flexibility of completing the program in up to three years.
Learn more about the program and associated alumni benefits here.

Networking And Events

  • Join local alumni chapters or clubs in your region

  • Participate in the annual Berkeley Haas Alumni Conference

  • Attend select Berkeley Haas and Berkeley Executive Education Networking events open to the COBE community

Exclusive Berkeley Resources

  • Activate an @haas.executivealumni.berkeley.edu email forwarding address

  • 15 percent discount on the list price of future eligible Berkeley Executive Education programs

  • 30 percent discount on the list price of future eligible programs after completion of your Certificate of Business Excellence

  • Public visitor access to select campus libraries and university database services

News and Communication

  • A one-year complimentary digital subscription to California Management Review

  • Berkeley Haas Alumni newsletter

  • Berkeley Haas Alumni Jobs e-Newsletter featuring job postings from distinguished employers

  • Haas Insights offering the latest research and thought leadership from industry speakers and faculty

Certificate

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the program, Berkeley Executive Education grants a verified digital certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as pass or fail; participants must receive 80% to pass and obtain the certificate of completion.

After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Berkeley Executive Education.

Note: This online certificate program does not grant academic credit or a degree from UC Berkeley.

This program is open for enrolments for residents of India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh only.

Note:

Learning facilitator details and office hour dates and timings are from previous batches. The learning facilitators may change for upcoming batches based on availability and the office hour timings and dates may be changed based on a mutually decided schedule between Emeritus and the Learning facilitator.

*Mentioned timelines are tentative.

Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!

Flexible payment options are available.

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