Introduction to Generative AI

Program Dates: Wednesday, September 24, 2025, from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Delivery: 1-Day In-Person at Lehigh University
Program Cost: $1,195 (Includes meals)

(An early bird rate of $1,095 is available for those who register by July 31st.)

Private Delivery Available: If you have a group of 15 or more, please contact us at execed@lehigh.edu to arrange for a private offering of this program! This program is available in 2 formats: live online (3 sessions) or in-person (1 day). 

Program Overview

Designed for professionals of all backgrounds—no prior AI experience required!  

This program offers a dynamic introduction to generative AI for business, designed specifically for non-technical professionals. Using a no-code approach, participants will explore fundamental AI concepts, prompt engineering, and real-world applications across a variety of business functions. 

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, ethical awareness, and practical skill development to build AI fluency. Through guided activities and case examples, participants will gain confidence using AI tools effectively and responsibly. This foundation sets the stage for deeper learning and prepares participants to engage with advanced AI topics in future experiences.

Impacts & Benefits

• Build AI fluency quickly and position yourself as a future-ready leader
• Enhance decision-making capabilities by understanding AI's potential and limitations to identify opportunities and assess risks effectively
• Achieve immediate productivity gains through hands-on application of AI tools to real business challenges and workflows
• Establish a solid foundation for advanced AI learning, preparing you to confidently engage with AI applications and emerging technologies  

Who Should Attend?

The target audience for this workshop is leaders and managers who want to learn how to use generative AI to become more productive and solve challenges at work. No prior AI experience is required. This program is available as part of our Executive Certificate in AI & Analytics OR our Executive Certificate in Leadership.

Instructors

This program is led by a team of three expert faculty members, each bringing unique insights and experience to the program.

Kofi Arhin's research focuses on AI design, information security, ethics in information systems, human-computer interaction, and web technologies. His current work addresses ethical challenges in designing and implementing AI systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, along with M.Sc. and M.Phil. degrees in Information Systems from GIMPA, and a B.Sc. in Development Planning from the University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana.

Burak Eskici is a teaching assistant professor in the DATA department at Lehigh University and co-director of the Computer Science and Business program. He teaches computing, data science, and AI across undergraduate and graduate levels. Previously, he worked on digital development at the World Bank and held academic roles at UC San Diego, J-PAL South Asia, and Harvard University. He holds degrees in Industrial Engineering from Boğaziçi University and a Ph.D. in Sociology from Harvard, specializing in computational social science.

Michael Rivera is an assistant professor of Business Information Systems at Lehigh University’s College of Business. His research explores real-time feedback, digital transformation, and leadership, with work published in top journals and conferences. He teaches machine learning and AI strategy and has co-founded two tech startups. Dr. Rivera also consults for major firms including Lockheed Martin, Mars Wrigley, Subaru, and American Airlines, bridging academic insight with industry impact.