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September 04, 2024

Tepper School Executive Education Programs Tackle Real-World Problems and Drive Innovation

By Charlene Payne Parrish

Tepper School Executive Education is excited to announce the launch of four open enrollment programs focused on artificial intelligence and technology this fall. AI for Business Communication, Design Thinking with AI, Emerging Business Applications fo GenAI, and Transformational AI and Business Strategy are programs designed to equip leaders, professionals, and teams with the skills needed to navigate and excel in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.

Executive programs at the Tepper School of Business are available in-person, online, and in hybrid formats, making them accessible to individuals seeking to elevate their current skills, pivot careers, or transition into C-suite roles. Whether you're an individual or part of a team seeking to advance capabilities and solve workplace challenges, Tepper School Executive Education provides a pathway for meaningful growth.

Emily DeJeu, Assistant Teaching Professor of Business Communication and faculty director for the AI for Business Communication program at the Tepper School emphasizes that “in today's fast-changing communication landscape, it's critical that professionals understand how emerging AI tools can be used for efficient, effective communication while also developing critical awareness about their limitations and risks."

Ming Ming Chapman, Distinguished Service Professor of Design at the Tepper School of Business is the faculty lead for the Design Thinking with AI program. In the program, Chapman aims to “empower professionals to tackle real-world problems by combining the complementary strengths of AI and human insight.” The Design Thinking with AI program “focuses on creating data informed, human driven processes and solutions that drive innovation.”

Susan Caplan, Director of Global Open Enrollment at Carnegie Mellon Tepper Executive Education emphasizes, “There’s no better place than Carnegie Mellon University, the birthplace of artificial intelligence, for business executives to learn about how this new technology is driving business forward. Tepper Executive Education is uniquely positioned to empower business leaders to harness the power of AI.”

These new programs demonstrate how Tepper Executive Education remains committed to equipping participants with the essential knowledge and skills for thriving in today’s rapidly changing  landscape.

Visit our specific page about upcoming Tepper Executive Education open enrollment programs to learn more.

About Tepper School Executive Education

Tepper School Executive Education offers tailored solutions for corporate clients and a range of open enrollment programs for individuals and teams. We combine top-tier faculty expertise with the latest research, data models, and technology to empower executives in making data-driven and human-centered decisions. Our holistic approach strategically positions you for success in The Intelligent Future.