# Artificial Intelligence (AI) For Business (A.S. Degree)

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Business Applications & Technology

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Program Code: SAC.BAAI.AS

Program Control Number: 45644

The AI for Business AS Degree provides professional training to build skills and knowledge in using AI applications such as ChatGPT in business, education, healthcare, law, and government. You will explore how AI is transforming areas in marketing, finance, human resources, customer service, and operations. Topics will include strategies, helpful tips, benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations when using AI in the workplace, education, and other industries. You will learn to use AI to drive innovation and boost efficiency for various projects.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Understand basic concepts and principles of AI technologies used for business, education, and government.
2.  Identify various AI tools and technologies used in different business functions, such as marketing, human resources, customer service, and operations.
3.  Identify the use of AI in different industries and careers.
4.  Identify the benefits and challenges of using AI technology in business, education, and other industries.
5.  Evaluate ethical considerations associated with using AI technology in business, education, and other industries.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 9 |
| BA 105 | Introduction to AI for Business | 3 |
| BA 106 | ChatGPT & Generative AI Applications | 2 |
| BA 107 | AI Strategies for Business | 2 |
| BA 108 | AI Ethics for Business | 2 |
| **Elective Courses: Select 1 Emphasis** | | 9-10 |
| **Computer Science Emphasis** | | 9 |
| CMPR 158 | Intro to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CMPR 159 | Intro to Machine Learning with Python | 3 |
| CMPR 160 | Intro to Deep Learning, Neural Networks with Keras and PyTorch | 3 |
| **Business Technology Emphasis** | | 10 |
| BUS 150 | Introduction to Information Systems and Applications | 3 |
| BA 146 | Computer Fundamentals | 1.5 |
| BA 147 | Microsoft Windows, OneDrive & OneNote | 1.5 |
| BA 127 | Microsoft Teams | 2 |
| BA 182 | Google Apps & Google Drive | 2 |
| **Marketing, Digital Publishing & Generative AI Images Emphasis** | | 10 |
| MKTG 123 | Marketing and Technology - Trends and Cutting Edges | 1 |
| BA 164 | Adobe Photoshop | 3 |
| BA 165 | Adobe Express | 3 |
| BA 168 | Adobe Firefly - Generative AI Images | 2 |
| **Business Writing for Social Media** | | 1 |
| MKTG 130 | Business Writing for Social Media | 1 |
| or ENTR 130 | Business Writing for Social Media | 1 |
| **Education Emphasis** | | 9 |
| BA 109 | AI for Education | 2 |
| BA 182 | Google Apps & Google Drive | 2 |
| BA 165 | Adobe Express | 3 |
| BA 168 | Adobe Firefly - Generative AI Images | 2 |
| **Total** | | **18-19** |