Build What’s Next in AI

The AI workforce is evolving quickly, creating new opportunities for professionals who can do more than work with existing tools. The MS in Applied AI prepares you to design, build, deploy, and lead AI solutions across industries.

Through advanced coursework, hands-on projects, and guidance from faculty with deep industry experience, you’ll develop the technical expertise and professional portfolio to pursue what’s next in applied AI.

Where an MS in Applied AI Can Take You

AI is changing not only how organizations work, but the roles they need to fill. The MS-AAI curriculum is designed around the technologies, systems, and leadership skills shaping today’s AI workforce.

Depending on your experience, interests, and career goals, potential career paths may include:

AI Engineering

  • AI Engineer
  • Generative AI Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer

Applied AI & Research

  • Data Scientist
  • Lead Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Scientist
  • Member of Technical Staff (AI Software Engineer)

AI Product & Implementation

  • AI Tooling & Enablement Manager
  • AI Engineer (Forward Deployed)

Join a Data Science Community With a Track Record of Impact

MS-AAI is the newest master’s program within the Data Science Institute. While the inaugural MS-AAI cohort has not yet graduated, students join a broader DSI community whose master’s graduates have built careers across artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, consulting, and technology.

MS in Applied Data Science Alumni Careers
*All outcomes are based on 2024-2025 First Destination survey data.
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