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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, Asset Management, Capital Markets and Investments, Finance and Economics, Future of Work, Industry Perspectives, Leadership, The Workplace
Date
July 02, 2025
Blackstone’s Jon Gray, left, with CBS Senior Lecturer Brian Lancaster.
Artificial Intelligence, Asset Management, Capital Markets and Investments, Finance and Economics, Future of Work, Industry Perspectives, Leadership, The Workplace

Blackstone’s Jon Gray on Strategic Discipline, AI, and Entrepreneurial Leadership

The Blackstone President explains how data, AI, and a culture of high standards drive the firm’s growth and offers advice for the next generation of leaders.
  • Read more about Blackstone’s Jon Gray on Strategic Discipline, AI, and Entrepreneurial Leadership about Blackstone’s Jon Gray on Strategic Discipline, AI, and Entrepreneurial Leadership
Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, AI and Transformative Tech, Ethics and Leadership, Technology
Date
July 01, 2025
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Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, AI and Transformative Tech, Ethics and Leadership, Technology

The Future of Leadership in Tech Ethics

A groundbreaking course at Columbia Business School equips future leaders with a framework to address technology's most pressing ethical challenges.
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June 29, 2025
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Beyond the Machine: Why Human-Made Art Matters More in the Age of AI

New Columbia Business School research challenges assumptions about AI art's impact: Rather than diminishing human creativity, the presence of AI-generated art can actually enhance the perceived value of human-made work.
  • Read more about Beyond the Machine: Why Human-Made Art Matters More in the Age of AI about Beyond the Machine: Why Human-Made Art Matters More in the Age of AI
Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, AI and Transformative Tech, Future of Work, Management, The Workplace
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May 12, 2025
Walmart Chief People Officer Donna Morris
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Bizcast: Walmart’s Chief People Officer Donna Morris on the Future of Work

In this episode, Morris joins CBS Professor Stephan Meier to discuss how Walmart is building a resilient, tech-powered, and people-led workplace.
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Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, AI and Transformative Tech, Entrepreneurship, Management
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May 05, 2025
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Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, AI and Transformative Tech, Entrepreneurship, Management

Did AI Write That Pitch? The Impact of Generative AI on Hiring and Startup Evaluations

Research from Columbia Business School examines the challenges posed by generative AI in hiring and entrepreneurial pitching, offering insights into when AI helps — and when it hinders.
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Artificial Intelligence, Climate and Solutions, Climate and Technology, Energy
Date
April 30, 2025
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The New Nuclear: How TerraPower Is Powering the Future of Clean Energy

Chris Levesque, President and CEO of TerraPower, explains how next-generation reactors and innovative energy storage are reshaping nuclear energy's role in the global transition to sustainability.
  • Read more about The New Nuclear: How TerraPower Is Powering the Future of Clean Energy about The New Nuclear: How TerraPower Is Powering the Future of Clean Energy
Algorithms, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, Business Economics and Public Policy, Data and Business Analytics, AI and Transformative Tech, Digital IQ, Finance, Marketing, Marketplace
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April 17, 2025
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Algorithms, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, Business Economics and Public Policy, Data and Business Analytics, AI and Transformative Tech, Digital IQ, Finance, Marketing, Marketplace

Designing Smarter Economic Systems: A New Approach to Mechanism Design

Award-winning research from Professor Laura Doval tackles the “limited commitment” problem in economics, offering a model that helps governments and firms adjust rules and strategies based on new information over time.
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Artificial Intelligence, Business and Society, Climate and Policy, Climate and Solutions, Climate and Technology, Future of Work, Industry Perspectives, Leadership
Date
April 11, 2025
McKinsey’s Eric Kutcher
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McKinsey’s Eric Kutcher on AI, Management Strategy, and Climate Innovation

During a recent Distinguished Speakers Series event, the Senior Partner and Chair of North America at McKinsey shared leadership insights on AI business strategy, climate innovation, and the future of work.
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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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