Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries rapidly. Your challenge is using it effectively in your role today. Another theoretical course won't help. You need practical solutions to integrate AI directly into your professional tasks, solve real problems, and achieve measurable results.
This program delivers exactly that.
Kickoff (Week 1) – orientation and goal-setting. AI Action Lab (Week 5) – an immersive simulation where teams integrate AI into workplace scenarios. Summit & Graduation (Week 8) – showcase capstones and celebrate completion.
Weekly 90-minute virtual sessions that blend guided practice with discussion.
60-minute hands-on sessions on ChatGPT, Perplexity, NotebookLM, Tableau, and a Capstone Workshop that sharpen practical skills.
M1 Custom GPT, M2 Workplace Intelligence Project, M3 Program Capstone – each project applies program content and must be submitted by its deadline for micro-credential certification.
A private online community, office hours, and real-time assistance from “Aida,” the program’s AI coach.
You’ll work with industry-recognized AI and data analytics tools that are widely used across sectors. This includes:
For content generation, ideation, and workflow optimization.
As an AI research tool for knowledge generation and synthesis.
To analyze internal documents and generate insights.
For data analysis and visualization.
In-person orientation sets goals, introduces core AI concepts, and establishes the tools you’ll use throughout the cohort.
Live sessions focus on effective prompting and GPT configuration so you can deliver a job-specific assistant by week’s end.
Workshops and guided practice help you apply research, writing, and knowledge-management tools to build an AI workflow for your role.
Action labs, analytics training, and coaching support the design and refinement of a complete AI solution ready for showcase.
An in-person event features finalist presentations, expert feedback, credential awards, and networking with peers and industry partners.
Complete our 8-week program to earn a verified digital micro-credential that proves your practical expertise in AI and analytics.
Your digital badge integrates seamlessly with LinkedIn and other professional platforms, connecting you with opportunities that demand these sought-after skills.
APPLY NowAn eight-week hybrid micro-credential that teaches working professionals to solve workplace challenges using generative AI and analytics skills. The cohort blends live online workshops, three in-person events, and guided project work that leads to an industry-recognized micro-credential certification.
Applicants who live or work in the Upskill Mid-South Service Area's 42 counties across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas and are employed in advanced manufacturing, transportation, logistics & technology, or construction may qualify for full program sponsorship.
The program runs for 8 weeks and includes:
You will learn to:
To earn the micro-credential, participants must:
Graduates receive:
The August Term cohort starts 12 Aug 2025 and ends 07 Oct 2025.
Applications close July 31 2025 at 11:59 PM (Central Time). Early submission is recommended because seats are limited.