Applied AI in Business MBA
Degree Awarded: Master of Business Admin. (MBA)
Minimum Required Credits: 36.0
Co-op Option: None
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 52.1399
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 11-1021
About the Program
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program prepares students to develop strong business acumen and lead effectively in complex, dynamic organizations. Students build an integrated understanding of core business disciplines while developing the ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and make informed strategic decisions. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of people, data, and technology, enabling students to approach business challenges holistically and with practical insight.
Students engage in experiential learning opportunities and collaborative, practice-oriented work. Throughout the program, students participate in integrated, team-based experiences that require them to analyze business challenges and develop actionable recommendations. These experiences emphasize real-world problem solving, decision-making in organizational contexts, and effective collaboration.
The program’s flexible delivery formats support working professionals at all stages of their careers, enabling immediate application of skills in professional settings.
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles across industries, including consulting, finance, marketing, and management. The program supports career advancement and transition by developing adaptable skills in leadership, problem solving, and cross-functional decision-making. It also provides a strong foundation for continued professional development across a range of business domains.
Drexel’s experiential learning model distinguishes the program by integrating applied, practice-oriented experiences throughout the curriculum. Through experiential learning opportunities and collaborative projects, students graduate with the ability to apply business knowledge in real-world settings and lead organizations in an increasingly complex business environment.
This concentration prepares students to develop and lead digital transformation efforts that are driven by AI. Students will learn about the different types of AI tools and systems, how they can change how work is done, and what kinds of new roles are emerging because of AI.
Additional Information
For more information please contact the LeBow College of Business
Degree Requirements
| Degree Requirements | ||
| ACCT 5110 | Accounting for Managers | 3.0 |
| BLAW 5510 | Legal Issues in Business | 1.5 |
| BSAN 6001 | Business Analytics for Managers | 3.0 |
| ECON 6605 | Foundations of Economic Strategy | 1.5 |
| FIN 6601 | Financial Management | 3.0 |
| MKTG 6601 | Marketing Strategy and Planning | 3.0 |
| MGMT 5529 | Strategic Management | 3.0 |
| ORGB 5511 | Leading in Dynamic Environments: A Personal, Relational, and Strategic Approach | 1.5 |
| OSCM 6000 | Operations and Supply Chain Management | 1.5 |
| Experiential Learning Courses | ||
| DLE 5001 | Managing the Firm: Core Business Functions | 1.5 |
| DLE 6500 | Building the Business Case: From Problem to Pitch | 3.0 |
| DLE 7500 | Decision-Making in Complex Organizations | 1.5 |
| Applied AI in Business Major Requirements | ||
| Select nine (9) credits from the following: | 9.0 | |
| Human Plus: Augmenting Decision Intelligence through AI | ||
| Data Driven AI for Management Decisions | ||
| AI Governance and Responsible Analytics | ||
| Analytics and AI: Development in Practice | ||
| Artificial Intelligence in Strategic Decision Making | ||
| Competitive Intelligence in the Age of AI: From Insight to Advantage | ||
| Designing Intelligent Work: AI, Agents, and Organizational Systems | ||
| The AI Advantage | ||
| Leading and Executing Change | ||
| Total Credits | 36.0 | |