Master of Business Administration, AI-Enabled Management
Mid-America Christian University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program with an AI-Enabled Management emphasis equips MBA students with the skills they need to engage with intelligent technologies in business. Students learn how to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) tools into key organizational functions for strategic planning, operational optimization, and process and workflow improvement without coding.
Coursework for the MBA in AI-Enabled Management helps students to build strong AI literacy while emphasizing human and AI collaboration, responsible governance, and the ethical use of AI and big data. Learners explore how to design the organizational systems, structures, and culture needed to support and scale AI in any industry. Through hands-on projects with AI applications, students prepare to drive innovation and guide their organizations toward technology-enabled transformation.
With a 14-month course of study, students can complete the flexible MBA in artificial intelligence online or one evening per week on campus.
Explore the MBA in AI-Enabled Management Degree
MACU’s MBA in AI-Enabled Management degree program is designed for working professionals who want to stay ahead in an increasingly artificial intelligence-driven business landscape. Students gain practical experience using AI tools to enhance decision-making processes, streamline operations, and lead technology-enabled initiatives — no coding required. With a curriculum built around real-world applications and responsible AI use, graduates emerge from the program ready to guide teams, shape strategy, and champion innovation as their organizations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence.
MBA in AI-Enabled Management Program Features
- Study 100% online or attend evening classes on campus one night per week.
- Discover a 30-hour MBA program that has been consistently ranked among the state’s best.
Skills Developed in the MBA in AI-Enabled Management Program
Graduates of MACU’s MBA in artificial intelligence program have acquired the skills and knowledge to:
- Apply generative AI tools strategically and ethically in business settings
- Use AI to support data-informed decision-making and business strategy development
- Develop AI governance policies for responsible AI use
- Integrate AI business applications into processes and workflows
Learn more about all of MACU’s MBA emphasis options and flexible business degree programs.
Career Outcomes With an MBA Degree
MACU’s MBA in AI-Enabled Management program enables students to develop the strategic and operational skills required to integrate AI into business functions. Graduates of the program can pursue roles such as digital transformation manager, AI project manager, or technology adoption lead. Other areas graduates can work in include AI-enabled operations management, AI change management, or AI training development management.
Take a look at some roles that graduates of the Master of Business Administration in AI-Enabled Management can pursue, along with their approximate median annual salaries as reported by Payscale between 2024 and 2026.
| AI Operations Manager $110,000 | Business Intelligence Analyst $80,000 | Organizational Development Manager $97,000 |
| Management Analyst $79,000 | Process Optimization Manager $88,000 | Data Governance Manager $92,000 |
MBA in AI-Enabled Management Curriculum
MBA in AI-Enabled Management students complete 18 credit hours of core MBA courses that build foundational skills in finance and management and 12 credit hours in AI-Enabled Management emphasis courses.
MBA Core Courses
The 18 credits of core courses in the MBA program consist of the following courses:
- *ACCN 5133 | Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
- FINC 5333 | Modern Corporate Finance (3 credits)
- ECON 5223 | Managerial Economics (3 credits)
- MGMT 6313 | Management Science (3 credits)
- MGMT 6426 | Strategic Business Management (6 credits)
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are approved as dual credit or electives for students accepted into the 4+1 Accelerated Program.
AI-Enabled Management Emphasis Courses
The 12 credits of AI-Enabled Management emphasis courses:
- *MGMT 6503 | AI Strategies for Innovation (3 credits)
- *MGMT 6513 | Managing AI Organizational Infrastructure (3 credits)
- *MGMT 6523 | Applied Artificial Intelligence (3 credits)
- *MGMT 6533 | AI-Enabled Decision Making (3 credits)
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are approved as dual credit or electives for students accepted into the 4+1 Accelerated Program.
For more information on MACU’s MBA degree program, check out the academic catalog and degree plan.
Tuition and Financial Aid
MACU prioritizes affordability in its MBA program, including by offering discounts for active duty and veteran military students and MACU alumni.
Master of Business Administration in AI-Enabled Management Tuition
$650 per credit hour
Learn more about MACU’s costs and fees and financial aid for graduate students.
Admission Requirements
The School of Business admission requirements include:
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum 2.75 GPA, either cumulatively or in the last 60 credit hours
Learn more about MACU’s admissions policies.
Flexible, Career-Focused MBA Program
The Master of Business Administration program is designed to meet you where you are and prepare you for where you’re called to go. With a streamlined 30-hour degree plan, students complete an 18-hour core curriculum before tailoring their remaining coursework through career-focused emphasis options.
This flexible structure allows you to gain practical, industry-specific knowledge while advancing efficiently toward your MBA. Grounded in faith and purpose, the program equips you to grow professionally, lead with integrity, and make a meaningful impact in your career and beyond.
FAQs About the Evening and Online MBA Degree Program
How long is the MBA in artificial intelligence program?
MBA students can complete MACU’s MBA in AI-Enabled Management program in only 14 months. The program consists of 30 credit hours in core MBA courses and AI-Enabled Management emphasis courses.
Students in a 4+1 degree program at MACU, which combines some undergraduate and graduate coursework, may finish the degree program in less time.
For adult students balancing schoolwork with professional and personal responsibilities, MACU offers its flexible graduate courses in six-week formats within a 12-week term. These courses are available fully online or in a hybrid format that combines online learning with in-person class meetings, typically one evening per week on campus.
What are the start dates for the program?
MACU offers multiple start dates throughout the year for its accelerated online and evening classes. Learn more by visiting MACU’s academic calendar.
Is the MBA in AI-Enabled Management degree program accredited?
Yes, MACU’s MBA program holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). This regional accrediting agency recognizes institutions that meet high academic standards.
What are the career outcomes with an MBA in AI-Enabled Management?
Earning an MBA in AI-Enabled Management degree can lead to a career in digital transformation, business operations, process optimization, or data governance. Graduates can pursue roles such as AI project manager, innovation and technology consultant, or management analyst.
Why pursue an MBA at MACU?
The School of Business at MACU prioritizes accessibility and affordability. Students can earn their MBA in AI-Enabled Management from MACU in only 14 months, and can choose to attend classes either fully online or one night per week on campus. Graduates with an MBA in artificial intelligence are prepared to lead strategic AI initiatives, improve business performance, and guide organizational change.
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