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Harris College of Business & Executive Education

Executive Master of Business Administration – AI Emphasis

Pursue a graduate degree while maintaining personal and professional responsibilities. Faulkner University offers a fully online executive MBA program that provides students with the necessary skills to succeed in the business world and upper-level positions.

Program Objectives

At Faulkner University, we strive to incorporate a distinctly Christian perspective on ethical, business, and technological challenges in the modern workplace. Our Executive MBA with Artificial Intelligence aims to prepare students to:

 

    • Apply AI-driven tools and analytical methods to business scenarios across marketing, operations, finance, and human resources
    • Analyze the data requirements, accuracy tradeoffs, implementation costs, and organizational readiness factors associated with competing AI solutions
    • Apply established ethical frameworks to real-world AI deployment scenarios involving competing stakeholder interests and organizational values
    • Evaluate an organization’s AI practices against applicable regulatory requirements and voluntary governance standards relative to risk severity and organizational capacity
    • Analyze the organizational, workforce, and data infrastructure requirements necessary to successfully lead cross-functional AI transformation initiatives
    • Evaluate AI investment opportunities and strategic AI adoption decisions using structured decision-making frameworks incorporating competitive, financial, and organizational criteria

PROGRAM RESOURCES

UNDERGRADUATE

Admission Requirements
  • A completed graduate application
  • A Bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited university with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • A resume which includes both education and work experience.
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be submitted.
  • Official (unopened) transcripts must be received. Hand-delivered copies, photocopies, and printouts of grade reports are not acceptable.

Any exceptions to the admissions criteria above are considered by the MBA program staff and the administration of the Harris College of Business & Executive Education.

Pre-Requisite Courses

To apply for the Executive MBA online program, students must have a bachelor’s degree from a institutionally accredited higher education institution. They also need a resume listing pertinent educational and professional experience. Other requirements may apply. To gain more information, students can connect with the program contacts.

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Explore the Online Executive MBA with Artificial Intelligence Emphasis

Each course includes traditional learning methods and integrated video segments to promote student engagement. This online MBA with Artificial Intelligence Emphasis consists of 10 courses that are each five weeks in length and are completed individually. If courses are all taken consecutively, students can graduate in as little as one year. With start dates every five weeks, you can apply anytime. The courses for each semester are as follows:

Fall Semester

  • MBA 6310 Managerial Economics
  • MBA 6320 Organizational Behavior
  • MBA 6331 AI Ethics and Governance*

Spring Semester

  • MBA 6340 Quantitative Analysis
  • MBA 6350 Managerial Finance
  • MBA 6360 Marketing Management
  • MBA 6332 AI Strategy for Business*

Summer Semester

  • MBA 6380 Managerial Accounting
  • MBA 6333 Applied AI for Business*
  • MBA 6395 Strategic Management

*AI Ethics and Governance, AI Strategy for Business, and Applied AI for Business are unique to the AI emphasis.

To learn more about this coursework, students can review the program requirements.

For drop, refund and graduation deadlines, see Faulkner’s Academic Calendars (5-week tab).

Program Information
The Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an Artificial Intelligence Emphasis is a graduate program designed for professionals seeking advanced education in business leadership while developing expertise in the strategic application of artificial intelligence in modern organizations. The program provides a strong foundation in managerial functions, data-driven decision making, and quantitative reasoning while integrating emerging AI technologies into business strategy and operations.

Students develop the analytical and managerial skills necessary to interpret accounting, economic, and data analytics information to support effective organizational decision making. The AI emphasis equips students with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to apply artificial intelligence across core business functions, lead AI-driven organizational transformation, make sound AI investment decisions, and ensure responsible and ethical AI deployment in complex organizational contexts.

The program prepares students to lead organizations in adopting and managing AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, innovation, and strategic outcomes. Graduates are positioned to serve as AI-literate business leaders capable of formulating AI strategies that competitively position their organizations for long-term advantage in an increasingly technology-driven business environment.

The Executive Master of Business Administration degree program is designed as a fully online program. The MBA maintains a standard of academic integrity through a rigorous graduate-level curriculum taught by doctoral faculty within a flexible and user-friendly online learning environment.
Graduate Tuition and Fees
TUITION
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Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry $510 per semester hour
Master of Arts in Family Life Ministry $510 per semester hour
Master of Arts in Humanities $485 per semester hour
Master of Business Administration $580 per semester hour
Master of Education $485 per semester hour
Master of Science in Counseling $565 per semester hour
Master of Science in Justice Administration $565 per semester hour
Master of Science Management  - One year $555 per semester hour
Master of Science Management - Two year $500 per semester hour
Master of Science in General Psychology $570 per semester hour
Master of Science in Psychology and Disability Services $570 per semester hour
Certificate in Disability Services $570 per semester hour
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies $920 per semester hour (starting Fall 2026)
Master of Speech and Language Pathology $750 per semester hour
Master of Speech and Language Pathology - Online $750 per semester hour
Master of Theology $510 per semester hour
PhD in Biblical Studies $585 per semester hour
PhD in Health Sciences $780 per semester hour
PhD in Humanities $660 per semester hour
Doctor of Physical Therapy $750 per semester hour
Doctor of Occupational Therapy $750 per semester hour
FEES
General Fee $350 per semester ($250 if 5 hours or less)
Online Course Fee (for fully online course) $75 per semester hour
Applicable Course Fees (see fees below)

 

How to Apply

Are you a business professional looking to advance your career and improve your managerial skills without leaving your job or sacrificing life responsibilities? The fully online executive MBA program at Faulkner University may be perfect for you. Based in Montgomery, Alabama, Faulkner University is a private, liberal arts college that aims to provide a comprehensive education rooted in faith both online and in person. Apply now or request more information to further your education with our executive MBA degree program.

FAQs

When can I start the program?

The Executive MBA with Artificial Intelligence Emphasis has start dates every five weeks.

How is the program offered?

The program is a completely online, accelerated program.

Do I have to attend any courses live or in person?

The program is completely asynchronous, meaning no live meetings or lectures.

How fast can I complete the program?

The program is designed to be completed in one year.

Faculty & Staff Directory

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Patrick Smith

Master of Business Administration Director

Admissions and contact

For additional information, please contact our enrollment team:

Phone 334.386.7343
Email graduateenrollment@faulkner.edu