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AI in Business Initiative

We are expanding education, innovation and knowledge at the intersection of business and artificial intelligence.

AI in Business Initiative
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What is AI at CBS?

At Columbia Business School, AI shapes both our teaching and our research. Across the MBA, Executive MBA, MS, and PhD programs, students engage with courses that integrate AI theory and practice, examining its implications for business, society, and leadership. Faculty research at CBS advances our understanding of AI from algorithmic foundations to its economic, societal, and strategic implications, fostering an environment where scholarship and pedagogy intersect to shape the future of business education.

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Cross-disciplinary Research

Columbia Business School faculty research is pioneering the ways businesses can thrive in today and tomorrow. Our research investigates the implications of AI developments on the emergence of new markets, business strategy and processes, consumer behavior, organizational design and human-AI collaboration, informing decision-making and generating actionable insights.

Cross-disciplinary Research
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Curriculum Integration

Columbia Business School is driving curricular innovation by strategically integrating artificial intelligence into business education across all degree programs. This initiative equips students with both advanced technical expertise and the critical thinking skills needed to lead in an AI-driven economy.

Explore our AI and Data Analytics Pathway, an innovative curriculum that spans foundational data analysis through generative AI, with courses designed for learners at all skill levels.

Curriculum Integration
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Industry Perspective

Real-world AI innovation is part of the Columbia Business School experience. Students engage with executives and technologists, gaining practical insights and inspiration to foster ongoing collaborations that bridge the gap between theory and practice, advancing the state of the art.

Industry Perspective
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Artificial Intelligence, In Depth, Media and Technology
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May 08, 2023
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Artificial Intelligence, In Depth, Media and Technology

Tech-Driven Transformation: The Evolving Landscape of Media and Entertainment

The media and entertainment industry is shifting quickly as consumers, creators, and companies adopt and explore the possibilities of new technologies.
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Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, In Depth, Technology
Date
May 08, 2023
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Minding the Machines that Make Decisions

As algorithms increasingly shape our lives and economies, we must balance how we maximize their potential with the need to wield their power responsibly.
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Artificial Intelligence, Future of Work, In Depth, Technology
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May 08, 2023
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Understanding the Challenge of Workforce Disruption

Increasingly rapid change coupled with emerging technologies is having a profound effect on our work lives, a profound effect on our work lives, cities, and society.
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Artificial Intelligence, AI and Transformative Tech, Leadership
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May 08, 2023
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Unlocking the Digital Future

Over the past few months, we all witnessed the exponential improvement in artificial intelligence—this time in the context of language models. Change is poised to only accelerate.
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Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, In Depth, Technology
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May 05, 2023
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Defining Where Digital Finance Will Go Next

As blockchain and cryptocurrencies evolve, their potential to reshape the future of finance is becoming clearer.
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Artificial Intelligence, Data/Big Data, Innovation, Technology
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May 05, 2023
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A New Vision Of The Digital Future

Columbia Business School does more than prepare students for what's next - it helps define the future, starting with four new labs.
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Artificial Intelligence, AI and Transformative Tech, Innovation
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May 05, 2023
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AI Created the Illustrations in this Magazine: Here's How

While new technologies are often considered to be disruptive forces that can shake up entire industries and sectors, graphic designers may not need to fear for their jobs just yet.
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Artificial Intelligence, Data/Big Data, Faculty Views
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May 04, 2023
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Connect the Dots or Be Replaced

Oded Netzer, the Arthur J. Samberg Professor of Business, shares his thoughts on ChatGPT, how to use data most effectively, and the essential qualities that future business leaders must possess. 
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About the Initiative

The AI in Business Initiative positions Columbia Business School at the forefront of helping leaders navigate and thrive in the age of artificial intelligence.

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AI+Healthcare

The AI revolution in healthcare has arrived: the challenge now is translating possibility into real-world impact. Columbia Business School’s AI+Healthcare initiative brings together leading thinkers and practitioners to shape what comes next—advancing the ideas and insight needed to transform how care is designed, delivered, and experienced.

AI+Healthcare: From Potential to Impact

AI and Data Analytics Pathway

Explore our AI and Data Analytics Pathway, an innovative curriculum that spans foundational data analysis through generative AI, with courses designed for learners at all skill levels.

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Affiliated Labs

Advancing research is central to the initiative. Focusing on key areas, we address some of the most pressing and complex questions surrounding artificial intelligence.

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Events

Discover upcoming CBS events exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping business, leadership, and society.

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AIB Digest

AI in Business Digest brings you the latest research, thought leadership, and practical insights from Columbia Business School on how artificial intelligence is transforming industries and organizations.

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Faculty Research Grant

The AI in Business Initiative promotes research on the global business transformation driven by artificial intelligence, providing grants to Columbia Business School faculty pursuing high-impact projects.

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Insights

AI in Business Insights connects cutting-edge research with real-world practice, sharing perspectives from Columbia Business School faculty on the evolving impact of artificial intelligence.

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Product Management Initiatives

CBS equips future product managers with the skills to lead technology products from concept to launch through courses, mentorship, and industry engagement.

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Videos

See how CBS is preparing future leaders to harness the power of artificial intelligence in business and innovation.

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