LEAD THE FUTURE OF WORK
AI Programs at Villanova
Build a career in the fast-evolving field of Artificial Intelligence with Villanova University’s selection of master’s, graduate certificate, and professional education programs.
AI Education Grounded in Ethical Stewardship
Ethics at the Core
Every program integrates AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible governance frameworks as a thread woven throughout your coursework.
Flexible Learning
We offer graduate degrees, graduate certificates and professional education certificate programs that are fully online or hybrid.
Technical + Industry Expertise
Programs are built with real-world application and an industry focus to ensure what you learn maps directly to what employers need now.
Designed for Career Momentum
Work smarter, deliver greater impact and position yourself as a forward-thinking contributor in a rapidly evolving workplace.
$104K
Average salary for an Artificial Intelligence Specialist
According to ZipRecruiter
70%
growth in jobs requiring AI literacy in just one year
According to LinkedIn
1.3M
1.3 million job opportunities related to AI created in the past two years
According to LinkedIn
Advance Your Career at the Forefront of AI
MASTER'S DEGREE ·
VILLANOVA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Master of Science in Business Analytics & AI
Work with advanced AI programs like Python and R, as well as cutting-edge big data management and cloud analysis tools to turn complex data into clear, actionable business insights and informed decision-making.
📅 16 mos. 💻Online 🎓 30 credits
MASTER'S SPECIALIZATION ·
VILLANOVA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Professional MBA Specialization: Applied Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Rooted in business practices, not coding, this program equips MBA students to apply generative AI ethically to solve real-world business challenges.
💻 Online/Hybrid 🎓 48 credits
MINOR ·
VILLANOVA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
The curriculum spans core AI methods and includes building prototype intelligent systems, natural language processing, expert systems, supervised and unsupervised learning, and robotics.
💻 In Person 🎓 9 credits
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES
Certificate in AI & Machine Learning
Gain expertise in collecting and processing data; selecting, training and evaluating AI/ML models; and deploying them within professional settings. With an emphasis on practical solutions, students will learn to apply AI in ways that directly benefit organizations and society.
💻 Online/Hybrid 🎓 12 credits
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Generative AI Certificate
Design lightweight applications, build custom automations, evaluate whether an AI output is trustworthy and integrate AI into the work you do today and the innovations you'll lead tomorrow. Each course bridges conceptual understanding with technical fluency. No prior technical background is required.
📅 18 Weeks 💻 Online
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Artificial Intelligence Foundations
This six-week, hands-on course helps professionals cut through the hype and understand how AI works in practice. Explore machine learning, LLMs, generative AI, ethics, automation and prompt engineering through no-code exercises that build confidence for responsible workplace use.
📅 6 Weeks 💻 Online
Responsible AI Isn't an Add-On. It's Our Foundation.
We don't just teach AI—we prepare leaders who can deploy it responsibly. Our curriculum is built at the intersection of technical rigor, industry relevance, and principled decision-making.
Ready to Take the Next Step in AI?
- Personalized program match consultation
- Answers to admissions & application questions
- Info on start dates, costs & financial aid
"We teach the holistic principles of Generative AI technologies so people coming in from different disciplines are able to leverage these skill sets across different domains.”
- Venkat Margapuri, Villanova Faculty, Generative AI
Student Perspectives
"Villanova teaches us how to use AI responsibly and ethically."
- Brandon Anders, VSB student
"AI is definitely growing, and I want to use it to help me see different opportunities I can implement into work."
- Aamina Farooq, MSBAi student
"While I already believed AI should be used with care, this experience helped me better understand the reasoning behind that standard and the need for review, accountability, and sound judgment in any real-world application."
- Josh Moose, Generative AI Certificate student
"I’m applying what I’m learning in real time by using AI more thoughtfully, evaluating outputs more critically and making better-informed decisions in my daily work."
- Julianna Bowman, Artificial Intelligence Foundations student
Where Can Our AI Programs Take You?
Villanova University’s education programs in Artificial Intelligence offer students hands on experience with the technology that is actively shaping the workplace across disciplines. Whether you’re a working professional looking to gain a foundational proficiency with a Certificate in Generative AI, a leader of AI application looking to advance your expertise with a master’s degree that integrates or specializes in AI or an undergraduate student working to expand the influence of your bachelor’s degree, Villanova provides a solid grounding in scalable skills that sets you up to grow alongside evolving technologies.
Graduates of Villanova’s AI programs are set up for success in emerging roles that increasingly require AI skills. Students from any background or career path will benefit from formal education given the wide applicability of Artificial Intelligence capabilities gained in any one of these programs which make cutting edge technologies accessible to every learner.
Why Choose Villanova?
A History of Innovation
Villanova University remains dedicated to advancements in education, exposing students to rapidly emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence. All programing is guided by the Augustinian tradition, seeking truth in an ethical fashion.
True Mentorship
Our instructors bring real-world experience into every course. These active practitioners offer meaningful guidance, support and mentorship, as you grow personally and professionally throughout your learning journey.
A Thriving Network
Whether online or on campus, you’ll gain access to a dynamic, connected community. Students become part of a powerful Villanova network—alumni, employers, faculty and peers—offering support, insight and meaningful connections.
Courses That Fit Your Career Path
No matter where you are in your career, what your AI goals may be, or how your personal life is structured, Villanova University has a flexible, high-quality program that fits your path to AI literacy and success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a technical background?
No. We offer programs designed for every level—from non-technical professionals to software engineers. Our enrollment counselors can help you find the right fit.
What is the difference between the certificate types?
Graduate certificates are credit-bearing and can often stack into a full master's degree. Professional education certificates are non-credit, shorter, and focused on applied skills.
Can I study while working full time?
Yes. Our programs are designed with working professionals in mind, offering asynchronous coursework, evening sessions, and flexible scheduling.
What makes this different from a Coursera or a bootcamp?
Our programs are grounded in academic rigor alongside ethics and governance—not just technical skill stacking. They carry the weight of a recognized university credential.