The University of Wisconsin-Superior has recently introduced a new online AI Essentials: Strategies for Efficiency & Productivity certificate.

This certificate is designed for learners who want to build strong, non-technical artificial intelligence skills that support today’s workforce needs.

Individuals seeking academic credit can enroll in IDS 499, which provides three undergraduate credits upon completion of all workshops and required coursework. The certificate can also be taken on a non-credit basis.

Through a series of interactive Zoom-based workshops and course assignments, students explore core AI concepts, everyday tools, ethical and legal considerations and effective strategies for boosting productivity with AI.

The AI Essentials: Strategies for Efficiency & Productivity certificate provides opportunities to learn with peers who are actively building AI skills and to connect with small business owners and industry professionals using AI in real-world settings. By the end of the program, students gain a practical understanding of how AI works and how to apply it responsibly and efficiently in professional environments.

The program also teaches how to design, test and refine prompts and workflows to achieve accurate, ethical and context-appropriate results. In addition, participants will build the skills to evaluate important ethical, legal and social considerations – such as bias, equity, privacy and accountability – and develop a personalized AI strategy that integrates useful tools into professional or organizational workflow for greater efficiency and adaptability.

By completing the certificate, individuals will gain a clear understanding of how artificial intelligence works, including its main types and everyday applications at home and in the workplace. Students will learn to use AI effectively as an assistant, partner and co-intelligence tool to boost productivity and support better problem-solving.

Learn more about the new AI Essentials: Strategies for Efficiency & Productivity certificate