Automation Capability + Business Application
Learn how to design and implement AI-driven automation while applying it to real business processes and decision-making.
MBA
MBA in Artificial Intelligence
AACSB-accredited 13-month online MBA from Dominican University of California focused on applied AI for business leaders.
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OVERVIEW
Program at a glance
- Awarded by
- Dominican University of California (Barowsky School of Business)
- Duration
- 13 months
- Credits
- 36 credits
- Start
- Multiple intakes a year
- Language
- English (Global Focus)
- Tuition
- USD 13,500
Degree awarded by Dominican University of California (Barowsky School of Business). AreteUp provides learning support and is not the degree-awarding institution.
WHY THIS PROGRAM
What you will gain
Technical Understanding + Strategic Thinking
Build a solid understanding of AI technologies while developing the ability to translate them into strategic business value.
Built for Working Professionals
Live sessions are scheduled with regional time zones in mind, and most sessions are recorded so you can catch up around your job.
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Curriculum
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Python Programming for AI & Data Analysis MBAO5501 Python, object-oriented programming and libraries such as NumPy and Pandas for data processing, modeling and visualization, plus AI-assisted programming techniques.
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AI for Business Strategy & Competitive Advantage MBAO5580 A non-technical course for managers on how AI is transforming business strategy, covering machine learning and deep learning concepts and AI investment decisions.
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AI and ML for Businesses MBAO5505 Machine learning applications in business using low-code tools such as H2O.ai and PyTorch, including regression, classification, clustering and recommendation systems.
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AI Governance, Ethics, and Risk Management MBAO5511 Business AI governance and ethical risk management, including GDPR and PIPL, algorithmic bias and cybersecurity threats.
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Strategic Leadership for Organizational Performance MBAO5404 Strategic leadership's effect on organizational performance, covering fundamental needs and values, emotional management, relationship building, communication and conflict management.
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Marketing Management for Value Creation MBAO5402 Marketing strategy, market research, brand management, innovation, pricing and communication, building mastery of tools such as the STP model, Porter's Five Forces and brand architecture analysis.
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Business Analytics MBAO5407 Business data analysis from Excel basics through statistical concepts, hypothesis testing, regression modeling and time series forecasting.
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Organizational Behavior MBAO5409 Individual behavior to organizational culture, including personality traits, cultural diversity, decision-making, power networks and organizational change.
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Managerial Economics MBAO5413 Core micro- to macroeconomics for management decision-making, including supply and demand, elasticity, market structure, GDP, inflation and fiscal/monetary policy.
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Accounting for Decision Making MBAO5401 Cost and revenue allocation, financial statement analysis and budget preparation, including DuPont analysis and ratio analysis.
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Executive Business Communication MBAO5408 Business communication and negotiation skills, including conflict resolution, effective listening and reaching consensus.
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Managerial Finance MBAO5406 Senior financial executive responsibilities, working capital management, project investment evaluation, corporate valuation and financing decisions.
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Faculty
Dean's message
Dr. Yung-Jae Lee holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Irvine, and has taught Business Analytics at institutions including Saint Mary's College. At Dominican he has served as Associate Dean for Graduate Business and Global Programs, MBA Program Director, and Department Chair, and led the MBA program to its AACSB accreditation — a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
Artificial Intelligence track faculty
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Daqing Zhao
Python Programming for AI & Data Analysis; AI and ML for Businesses; Business Analytics
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Dr. Yung-Jae Lee
Dean, Barowsky School of Business; AI for Business Strategy & Competitive Advantage
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Vafa Saboorideilami
AI Governance, Ethics, and Risk Management for Business
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Admission
Intakes
Multiple intakes (cohorts) each year. Intake dates can change, so please ask an AreteUp advisor for the next start date.
No standardised entrance exam
No GMAT, GRE, IELTS or TOEFL required. Admissions assess your background, motivation and English proficiency, with a focused video interview to confirm fit.
Study while working
The programme is designed for working professionals — live sessions are scheduled with regional time zones in mind, and most sessions are recorded so you can watch them later. A few sessions, such as some professors' monthly live classes, are live only and not recorded.
Program details
Tuition
USD 13,500
Payment plans are available. Your AreteUp advisor confirms the payment schedule for your intake.
A one-time application fee is payable when you apply. It is deducted from your total tuition when you pay, so it is not an extra cost, and it is refundable.
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Accreditation
WASC / WSCUC institutional accreditation
Dominican is a 136-year-old institution accredited by WASC (WSCUC) — one of the six U.S. regional accreditors recognised by the U.S. Department of Education.
AACSB business school accreditation
The Barowsky School of Business is AACSB-accredited. Less than 6% of business schools worldwide hold this accreditation, placing Dominican among the top 5% globally.
Regional recognition
Dominican is officially listed on the Saudi Ministry of Education's Safeer service, supporting recognition for professionals in Saudi Arabia. This is a recognition listing, not a separate accreditation. WES, ECE, NSC and Apostille verification services are available for other countries.
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Outcomes
Career outcomes
Dominican reports strong results for its MBA graduates: 100% employment, 73% promoted within one year, 11.5% went on to found their own company, with an average salary of US$100,000.
Silicon Valley Immersion & Graduation
An optional 10-day intensive tour through Silicon Valley: on-campus graduation at the historic San Rafael campus, company residencies with exclusive access to offices at Google, NVIDIA and Stanford Research Park, and networking with Silicon Valley VCs and Dominican alumni. This immersion is exclusive to Global Strategy track students.
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FAQ
Is Dominican University of California a real U.S. university?
Yes. Dominican is a 136-year-old institution accredited by WASC — one of the six U.S. regional accreditors recognised by the U.S. Department of Education. The Barowsky School of Business is AACSB-accredited.
Will my degree be recognised in my country?
Recognition depends on the country and on the organisation reviewing your degree. Dominican is listed on the Saudi Ministry of Education's Safeer service, and WES, ECE, NSC and Apostille verification services are available for other countries. Please check the requirements that apply to you before relying on this information.
Do I need to take an entrance exam?
No standardised entrance exam (no GMAT, GRE, IELTS or TOEFL required). Admissions assess your background, motivation and English proficiency, with a focused video interview to confirm fit.
Can I study while working full-time?
Yes. The programme is designed for working professionals — live sessions are scheduled with regional time zones in mind, and most sessions are recorded so you can watch them later. A few sessions, such as some professors' monthly live classes, are live only and not recorded.
Will I need to travel to California?
No. The MBA is fully completable online. Travel to the San Rafael campus (for on-campus graduation) and the Silicon Valley Immersion are optional, and exclusive to Global Strategy track students.
Will employers accept this degree for promotion or reimbursement?
Employers and tuition-support schemes may accept degrees from WASC-accredited U.S. universities such as Dominican University of California, but recognition and reimbursement decisions vary by organisation and country. The AreteUp team can provide a letter verifying your program details on request. Please confirm the university's status on the Safeer platform and your employer's requirements before relying on this information.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. A one-time application fee is payable when you apply. When you pay your tuition, this fee is deducted from the total, so it is not an extra cost, and it is refundable. Your advisor will confirm the amount.
Ready to apply?
Talk to an AreteUp advisor about entry requirements, fees and the next intake.
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