International Master in Artificial Intelligence

Program Overview

The International Master in Artificial Intelligence from Rome Business School is an online program designed to prepare students for the role of AI professionals. The program covers AI fundamentals and business applications of AI, and also focuses on the strategic implications and ethical considerations of AI technologies. The program includes a Practice Lab with IBM, a Silicon Valley Bootcamp, a Capstone Project and several international bootcamps. Graduates are highly sought by companies, with a 98% placement rate and an average salary increase of 27%.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The International Master in Artificial Intelligence is an online program designed to equip students with the essential skills to thrive in today's business and work environment. The program focuses on developing AI solutions to boost sales, detect fraud, enhance customer experiences, automate workflows, and perform predictive analysis. The program aims to help students discover the significance and advantages of emerging technologies and how they can reduce costs and optimize business operations. Learning outcomes include identifying AI technologies, algorithms, and methodologies; recognizing AI's application in business; integrating ethical principles into AI projects; designing AI-based business models; applying AI solutions in various business contexts; and applying strategies to launch and scale AI startups. The program emphasizes a holistic approach, encompassing not just technical skills but also organizational and managerial implications of AI technologies. It aims to prepare students to integrate AI into existing business frameworks or launch their own AI startups. The program is built around four pillars: real link with companies, internationality, professional impact, and higher purpose.

Outline:

The International Master in Artificial Intelligence is organized into three core modules:

• Module 1: Understand the Strategic Impact and Value of AI in Business: This module covers Managerial Economics, Entrepreneurship and Business Planning, Business Strategy, Accounting & Budgeting, Project & Operations Management, Marketing (Traditional and Digital), Human Resource Management, and Data Analytics for Managers.
The goal is to provide students with the essentials of entrepreneurship, business planning, strategic understanding, financial management, project management, marketing principles, human resource management, and data analysis skills.
• Module 2: Develop practical applications of AI as virtual assistants and chatbot: This module covers the business value of AI (introduction to AI in business, AI strategy and business alignment, ROI and business impact, AI adoption and change management); AI in practice and use cases (healthcare, data engineering, AI in industry, R&D); AI and ML algorithms for business (machine learning algorithms, predictive analytics and forecasting, natural language processing (NLP), reinforcement learning and decision making, computer vision); and AI platform and vendors (AI infrastructure and cloud computing, AI development frameworks and tools, AI platform selection and evaluation, data management and AI, AI integration with existing systems, AI and exponential technologies to transform business and organizations).
• Module 3: Lead AI Projects to Manage new Business Models: This module explores AI and the Internet of Things (IoT) (AI and blockchain, AI and robotic process automation (RPA), AI and augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), AI and edge computing); and the social responsibility of AI (ethical frameworks for AI and CSR, bias and fairness in AI, privacy and security in AI, explainability and transparency in AI, AI regulation and governance, business ethics and CSR).
In addition to the core modules, the program includes:
• Practice Lab (in partnership with IBM): A 12-hour practical lesson focused on applying AI concepts and tools to real-world scenarios using Oracle's AI technologies.
• Silicon Valley Bootcamp: A one-week intensive program in Silicon Valley, allowing students to network with industry professionals and learn about the technology landscape.
• Electives: Students can choose electives from five main areas of interest: Innovation & Growth, Tech & Digitalization, Industry Business Excellence, International Business, and Global Electives with RBS School partners.
• Capstone Project: Students create an AI startup (business model canvas, pitch deck, business architecture, resources and path to market, video of the idea) or work on a real company business challenge from the AI sector.
This involves tackling a real company challenge, potentially developing a marketing plan, increasing online sales, or creating a loyalty offering.

Teaching:

The International Master in Artificial Intelligence program utilizes a combination of teaching methods. The faculty comprises highly selected international university professors, trainers, and business managers from various operational and professional fields. The teaching approach focuses on acquiring practical know-how and skills currently in market demand. The program includes a Practice Lab in partnership with IBM, where theoretical concepts are applied practically. The Silicon Valley Bootcamp provides an immersive, hands-on learning experience. The program also features a Capstone Project, allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.

Careers:

The program prepares students for careers as business consultants specialized in AI, technology consultants specialized in AI, AI researchers, heads of AI projects, UX (User Experience) specialists, machine learning engineers, technology consultants, computer and information systems managers, chief information officers, IT risk managers, and AI consultants. The program boasts a 98% placement rate after one year, with students working in prestigious companies such as NTT Data. The average salary increase for graduates is 27%.

Other:

Rome Business School is presented as the most international business school in Italy. The program emphasizes the importance of building better managers for a better world, incorporating Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainable business practices. The program includes several international bootcamps in locations such as Silicon Valley, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Lagos, Qatar, London, and China. The Corporate Advisory Board (CAB), composed of 101 leaders, managers, and professionals, plays a key role in the quality assurance process and continuous improvement of the program. Student testimonials highlight the program's effectiveness in developing both technical and soft skills, leading to successful career outcomes.