Artificial Intelligence Entrepreneurship

The Generative AI Entrepreneurship Certificate is a two-semester program designed to welcome students with no prior technical background into the rapidly evolving field of AI-driven innovation. Through engaging, hands-on coursework, participants explore core AI and generative AI concepts, while also learning to design, develop, and deploy applications across full-stack environments. Emphasizing ethical and entrepreneurial practices, the program fosters critical problem-solving skills, collaborative teamwork, and responsible decision-making. Students gain proficiency in using no-code and low-code platforms, integrating cloud computing services, and leveraging prompt engineering to build cutting-edge AI solutions. In addition, they will learn how to create viable market strategies, conduct product ideation, and pitch ideas to stakeholders—preparing them for careers at the intersection of technology and innovation. Upon successful completion, graduates will be equipped with the technical expertise, professional soft skills, and adaptive mindset necessary to thrive in the dynamic landscape of AI entrepreneurship.

We approximate between 40-60 completers per academic year.

The Generative AI Entrepreneurship Certificate program helps students build a strong understanding of how artificial intelligence works, with a special focus on generative AI. First, students learn to evaluate these technologies from ethical, legal, and cultural perspectives, so they can understand and address any wider social impacts. They then develop AI-driven solutions using no-code, low-code, and coding platforms, applying prompt engineering and best practices to build effective applications.

Next, learners explore how to integrate front-end, back-end, and cloud services using version control and testing tools. This ensures they can create applications that are both secure and able to grow as user needs change. Throughout the program, students also apply entrepreneurial thinking and teamwork skills, working on real-world projects in a responsible and market-focused way. Finally, they demonstrate continuous learning by staying up-to-date with new AI tools and trends, preparing them for a fast-changing industry.

Year 1 Fall = 9 units

Year 1 Spring = 9 units

Year 2 Fall = 6 units

TOTAL UNITS: 24 units

This work is part of the Digital Center for Innovation, Transformation, and Equity and will be shared with other colleges across the state for replication.

No other programs are similar in the Bay Area. This program has a specific focus on entrepreneurship in AI.