
W. P. Carey Launches First AI Business Graduate Degree in Nation



“As we advance technologically, we must remain vigilant about the sustainability of our actions and their effects on society,” says Pei-yu “Sharon” Chen, information systems (IS) chair and Red Avenue Foundation Professor.
In response to these changes, this fall, W. P. Carey debuted the Bachelor of Science in AI in Business and Master of Science in AI in Business (MS-AIB) degrees at the Tempe campus. The bachelor’s degree in AI in Business will equip students with the technical AI and business skills required to succeed in the evolving landscape of technology and information systems while leveraging AI mindfully to deploy it successfully within a business. The MS-AIB program—the first AI business graduate degree in the U.S.—teaches students the technical and managerial skills they need to implement AI into various business scenarios and encourages future leaders to use AI ethically and in ways that enhance societal well-being.
Students who complete the programs will be able to:
- Analyze diverse business situations and apply AI to further business goals.
- Understand and effectively communicate the impact of AI transformations.
- Practice mindful AI and pay attention to ethics, bias, welfare, privacy, and trust.
- Lead and engage in cross-functional conversations and collaboration for effective implementation.
- Enter the workforce or advance their careers and solve pressing challenges for global businesses.
The programs were a collaborative effort led by Chen, IS faculty, and the Undergraduate Programs and Graduate Programs Offices.
“Through courses like ‘Transforming Business with AI,’ students learn to apply artificial intelligence in ways that enhance business operations and societal well-being, embodying the principles of mindful AI,” explains Dan Mazzola, assistant chair and professor of IS and faculty director for the Master of Science in Information Systems Management (MS-ISM) program. “This approach ensures our graduates excel in their careers and contribute positively to society.”
While the Bachelor of Science in AI in business and MS-AIB programs are new, W. P. Carey has already integrated AI content into several courses and programs: The MS-ISM offers four specializations, including an AI track to educate students about how people, processes, and technology relate to AI applications, techniques, and implications.
The Full-time MBA AI concentration equips students with cutting-edge knowledge in business intelligence and AI applications to empower students to innovate, optimize, and lead in any industry. The continuing education Certificate in Artificial Intelligence in Business trains learners in the mechanics of cutting edge technology, intelligent system design, harnessing systems mindfully for value creation, and embedding technology into business to transform organizational strategy and revolutionize business processes and operations.
“By integrating AI into its core educational offerings and providing flexible learning opportunities tailored to various student needs, W. P. Carey ensures its graduates are well equipped to fulfill the diverse and evolving career demands in AI-enabled organizations,” says Mazzola.