Competing in the Age of AI—Strategy, Execution & Ethics
Transform Your Leadership with AI
Artificial intelligence is reshaping every industry. This six-month executive program gives you the tools, strategies, and ethical frameworks to lead with confidence in the AI era.
- November 4, 2025 - April 28, 2026
- Bi-weekly Tuesdays, 4:10-6:30 PM PT
- Hybrid + On Campus
- Certificate of Completion
Take the Next Step
Join a select group of leaders transforming business with AI.
Why Enroll
This program equips leaders to build actionable AI roadmaps tailored to their organizations, pilot and scale projects with clear governance and team buy-in, and anticipate risks through the development of responsible policies. Along the way, you will learn how to measure ROI and sustain momentum, ensuring that AI becomes a lasting driver of value across your business. By combining hands-on application with guidance from experts and peers, you will leave with the tools and confidence to lead AI adoption effectively.
Program at a Glance
Discover the structure, curriculum, and outcomes of the University of Portland’s Competing in the Age of AI — Strategy, Execution & Ethics program. These details show how the six-month experience is designed to fit the schedules of busy executives while delivering maximum impact.
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Key Details
- Dates | Nov. 4 2025 - April 28, 2026
- Session Time | Tuesdays, 4:10-6:30 PM PT (bi-weekly)
- Format | Hybrid with on-campus/online/recorded options
- Additional Events | 6 special meetings; 3 partner events; 3 AI salons
- Tuition | $7000 with discount tuition available
- Certificate | France Center Certificate of Completion
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Curriculum Highlights
- Identifying high-impact AI opportunities; state-of-the-art AI
- AI strategy & policy; building data foundations
- Operationalizing AI & gaining team buy-in
- Measuring success & AI ROI
- Sustaining a learning culture
- Anticipating the future in AI
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Outcomes
- Build and implement an AI strategy
- Create AI use policy and training plans
- Lead pilots and enterprise-scale transformations
- Expand expert network and communicate AI value
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Who Should Attend
- Senior executives, VPs, and board members leading transformation
- Functional heads in Product, Operations, Data/IT, HR, or Legal
- Business owners and operators responsible for growth and innovation
- Leaders seeking to integrate AI responsibly and foster a culture of innovation
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Learn From Experts
- Jon Down, PhD - Program Director; Professor of Entrepreneurship, University of Portland
- Greg Pitter - CIO, University of Portland
- Eric Anctil - Professor of Education, University of Portland
- Addie Olson - Founder, Cascadia Solutions
- Ben Schmidt - Principal Product Manager, Nike
- Caryn Lusinchi - AI Strategy Lead, Nemko Digital
- And others!
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