Online MS in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technology Management
Washington, USA
MSc
DURATION
18 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 470 / per course
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The Online MS in Artificial Intelligence and Technology Management at Nexford University is an accredited, online master's for professionals. It teaches applied AI, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, AI governance, ethics, strategic leadership and change management. You'll bridge technical teams and the C-suite through real-world projects, flexible study and personalized support and skills. Accredited by DEAC; IACBE candidate.
Career Outcomes: Graduates take leadership, product and implementation roles across startups, consultancies and enterprises, including AI Product Manager, Head of AI, AI Implementation Consultant and Digital Transformation Lead. Nexford provides career coaching, resume tools, networking to boost job readiness.
AI isn’t coming. It’s here. Traditional degrees are stuck in the past, teaching from outdated textbooks. The market demands leaders who can navigate the now.
The MS in AI & Technology Management is for builders and strategists who know that tech without a business case is just an expensive toy. Built for working professionals, this accredited program fits your schedule and not the other way around.
In our Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Technology Management degree program, you won't just learn how machine learning works; you’ll learn to make it work for an organization. Bridge the gap between technical teams and the C-suite with applied skills in AI governance, ethics, and operational strategy.
Stop watching the industry evolve. Lead it.
Skills you will learn - and add to your résumé
This online master's in artificial intelligence focuses on practical, high-demand skills. Required courses cover everything from deep learning to natural language processing, preparing you for the artificial intelligence degree that matters most—one backed by real impact. Employers don't pay for theory. They pay for impact. You'll graduate with a toolkit of high-demand, verifiable skills you can apply immediately—whether you're advancing in data science, computer science, or business intelligence roles, or looking to get promoted or hired.
- Strategic Leadership
Synthesize complex financial data into clear, persuasive insights while leading teams with ethical, sustainable practices. - AI Governance & Ethics
Build the frameworks that ensure your AI deployment is legal, ethical, and secure. - Strategic AI Implementation
Identify high-value use cases and deploy solutions to solve real business problems. - Intelligent Automation
Design AI-augmented workflows that optimize efficiency and slash costs. - Value Quantification
Calculate and present the exact ROI of tech initiatives to stakeholders with confidence. - Change Management
Learn how to guide teams through adoption challenges and cultural transitions. - Product Lifecycle Management
Learn to manage AI and tech-enabled products using Agile and Lean methodologies.
What’s it like to learn at Nexford?
Real-world projects
Build skills by building your startup. Every course includes hands-on projects that take you from idea to launch – from validating your concept to finding product–market fit and growth. You won’t just learn about entrepreneurship – you’ll practice it, with projects designed to fuel your real venture.
Flexible
Nexford programs are flexibly paced—not self-paced. Study when it works for you, and stay on track with weekly deadlines. Live sessions are optional. Expect to be challenged, and plan to invest at least 10 hours per week. That’s what it takes to build real skills that deliver real career value.
Collaborative learning
Work with peers from around the world on discussions that reflect global workplace dynamics. You won’t learn in a vacuum. Share ideas, get feedback, build a network - and be part of a global community that sharpens how you think.
Rewarding learning
Earn certificates and digital badges for the skills you build - long before you finish your degree. Every project moves you forward and every milestone counts. Progress isn’t hidden, its rewarded and you get to share that progress as you grow.
Personalized support
You’re online but never alone. Book 1:1 time with faculty or advisors, join group sessions, or reach out anytime by chat, email, or online calls. Whether it’s academics or career advice, real humans are here - or bots if you prefer.
Technology enabled
Expect a modern, fully online experience that just works - including on mobile. All required tools are included, and you’ll never pay extra for textbooks or software. No clunky systems or boring PDFs. Just online learning, made simple.
Nexford is accredited
Accredited by DEAC
Nexford University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).
The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
The International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
The School of Business and Innovation at Nexford University has been awarded the status of Candidate for Accreditation by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education. For a listing of the programs eligible to seek accreditation, please view our IACBE member status.
You’ll complete 12 courses - made up of required core courses and a selection of electives that you can choose from. Courses are designed to take two months, but you can finish in just one. You’ll begin with one course at a time and can increase your course load as you progress - at no extra cost.
You need 13 courses to complete your MS in AI & Technology Management. 9 core courses, 3 elective courses and 1 capstone project.
Course courses
- Data Sciences for Decision Making
- Applied Machine Learning for Business Analytics
- Cybersecurity Leadership
- Technology & Operations Management
- The Laws & Ethics of Information Technology
- Essential Power Skills for Leaders & Entrepreneurs
- AI Strategy for Business Transformation
- Leading AI-Driven Transformation
- Tech-Enabled Product Management
Elective Courses (3 required)
- Robotics and Automation
- Machine Learning Technology for Finance
- Marketing Strategy
- Executing a Vision: Product Design & Development for Entrepreneurs
- Information Visualization & Communication
- Digital Transformation and Health Informatics
Capostone project
- AI & Technology Management Capstone
BeyondNXU: network with your global community & access career support services
- Personalized Career Recommendations
Discover your strengths and uncover your personalized career paths with AI-powered personality and job-fit assessments. - Smart Resume & Interview Tools
Build standout resumes and get real-time interview feedback to ace your next interview. - 1:1 Career Coaching
Book time with expert coaches for personalized guidance on job searches, networking, and long-term planning. - Access thousands of additional courses
Access thousands of additional optional courses & certifications to help you level up at no additional cost.
Your career outlook as an MS in Artificial Intelligence program graduate
This online master's degree in artificial intelligence program is built for those driving digital change – leading transformation projects, managing innovation, or working in tech-forward roles across industries, startups, or consultancies. These are real examples of roles held by our 4,000+ graduates.
AI Strategy & Leadership
- VP of AI Strategy
- Head of AI
- AI Ethics & Governance Lead
- Chief Innovation Officer
Product & Innovation
- AI Product Manager
- Innovation Manager
- Tech-Enabled Product Lead
Operations & Implementation
- AI Implementation Consultant
- Business Process Automation Specialist
- Digital Transformation Lead
- AI Project Manager
65%
of organizations have had to abandon AI projects due to lack of skills. The technology is ready—the workforce isn't. (source: Pluralsight 2025 AI Skills Report)
$163,250
Average salary for AI Product Managers. In top hubs like San Francisco, that number jumps to $205,000. (source: Wellfound)
7x
Growth in demand for AI fluency as leaders skilled in AI tools become essential, growing faster than any other skill category. (source: McKinsey: Agents, Robots, and Us Report)
Sources: Earnest, GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council), LinkedIn Insights / Emerging Jobs Report, Pluralsight 2025 AI Skills Report, McKinsey Report: Agents, Robots and us, World Economic Forum, Deloitte Insights, PwC CEO Survey, Gartner, IDC (International Data Corporation), Statista, eMarketer, Kauffman Foundation, Crunchbase, OECD, World Bank, UNESCO Graduate Outcomes Survey, IBM Research, Harvard Business Review, National Association of Colleges and Employers, International Labour Organization, HubSpot & LinkedIn Marketing Report, Glassdoor Salary Insights
Others block AI. We expect you to master it.
At Nexford, outdated rules don’t apply.
AI is reshaping how the world works—and we’re not holding it back. Every degree we offer includes dedicated, hands-on AI learning. You’ll use AI across your courses to solve real problems, build strategies, và boost your productivity. And you’ll graduate ready to lead, knowing when to trust AI—and when to add the human insight only you can provide.
Finish faster with Nexford's 9-month Master's
Earn your Master's in AI & Technology Enablement in just 9 months by completing courses faster and increasing your course load.
Months 1-5
- Course load: 1 course
- Pace: 1 course per month
Months 6-8
- Course load: 2 courses
- Pace: 2 courses per month
Months 9
- Course load: 1 capstone course
- Pace: 1 course per month


