The University of Virginia Darden School of Business has officially unveiled a new MBA concentration: Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Decision Sciences.
This makes a lot of sense to those of us who have been around Darden the past few years, especially considering the establishment of the LaCross Institute for Ethical Articial Intelligence in Business last fall. But why does it matter for prospective student? Read on to find out!
"Darden’s offering will prepare students to contribute to and lead organizations that use data, data science, and artificial intelligence as part of their core business processes."
1. Flexibility & Focus
Each Darden MBA student graduates with a strong business education thanks to the General Management core curriculum. Choosing an MBA concentration is a great option for students hoping to leave as subject experts as well. Check out the full list of Career Track and Theme Track concentrations here.
2. Career Relevance & Employer Demand
Current students and employers agree that artificial intelligence, data analytics and decision sciences are highly sought after skills in the current MBA job market.
3. Tailored, Practical Experience
Darden offers 25 courses within this new concentration; you must take at least six to qualify. Even if you do not choose to focus your studies in this area, you will cross paths with AI, data analytics and decision sciences at Darden before you graduate.
4. Take Advantage of Thought Leadership
The LaCross Institute for Ethical Artificial Intelligence in Business is gaining traction, affording collaboration with schools across the University of Virginia like the UVA McIntire School of Commerce and the School of Data Science. Faculty and staff across Grounds are combining their expertise in these subject areas to give you the best education possible.
5. Top-Tier Career Outcomes
With the No. 1 “employed at graduation” rate of any U.S. business school (U.S. News & World Report), imagine how marketable you could be with this concentration on your resume!
