Three Duke courses on machine learning foundations for product managers, managing ML projects and designing human-centered AI products. The go-to option for product managers and team leads who need to scope, staff and ship AI features.
Who it's for
Executives, managers, product leaders, founders. This is a beginner-level course in AI for Business & Leadership, running about 3 courses, approx. 4 months at 5 hrs/week.
Cost at a glance
Included with Coursera Plus ($49/month); free to audit. Page shows 'Enroll for free' and 'Included with Coursera Plus'; FAQ notes the specialization cannot be fully completed free and financial aid is available. Seen 2026-11-01.
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