Most organizations are experimenting with AI. Few can consistently move from pilots to repeatable outcomes. FIU's AI Execution: Product-Led and Value-Driven Certificate Program focuses on a product-led approach empowering you to select the right opportunities, scope them responsibly, validate impact quickly and scale what works.
Our program positions you at the forefront of AI transformation by teaching you to think like product leaders at successful tech companies. You will learn the DRIVE® methodology: Discover high-impact opportunities, Refine viable use cases, Implement solutions that scale, Validate measurable impact and Evolve capabilities into an operating system for continued results.
Who Will Benefit
Mid to senior-level leaders with 5+ years of experience and are responsible for innovation, transformation, product or business results. You do not need to be a data scientist—you do need to be accountable for initiatives that must deliver outcomes.
- Business leaders expanding into AI
- Product and business professionals moving into AI roles
- Emerging opportunity segment: Cross-functional AI champions
AI Tools Utilized
Otter.ai, Gamma and other low-code/no code platforms.
Program Immediate Benefits
By week 8, you will leave with:
- AI opportunity portfolio (ranked by value, feasibility and risk)
- Funded AI roadmap (now, next and later) tied to business metrics
- Pilot-ready use case package (scope, data needs, guardrails, success measures and rollout plan)
- Measurement plan that proves impact (baseline, experiment design, instrumentation and adoption metrics)
Learning Objectives
- Apply core product management principles to AI initiatives.
- Execute the DRIVE framework for systematic, repeatable AI success.
- Recognize patterns, avoid common pitfalls and design safer, higher-impact initiatives.
- Build cross-functional collaboration skills for AI transformation.
- Create measurement systems that prove business impact.
- Advance your career through value-driven AI leadership.
General Information/Custom Programs: FIU Business Executive Education can create custom training programs specific to the needs of your organization. Please connect with us by submitting the inquiry form below or contact us 305.348.4217 or fiuExecEd@fiu.edu.

Discover valuable opportunities, scope them properly, test them quickly and scale what works.
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Schedule and Registration
Apr. 13 to Jun. 2, 2026
Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Hybrid: Self-paced with weekly instructor-led sessions over Zoom
Training/Contact Hours: 16
Program includes:
- Full suite of FIU proprietary educational materials
- Florida International University Certificate of Completion
| Week | Topic | Study Time |
|---|---|---|
1 | The AI Transformation Imperative | 3 hours |
2 | DISCOVER: Mining Gold from AI Opportunities | 3 hours |
3 | REFINE: Engineering Viable AI Solutions | 3 hours |
4 | Cross-Functional Leadership for AI Success | 3 hours |
5 | IMPLEMENT - Agile AI Product Development | 3 hours |
6 | VALIDATE - Proving AI Business Impact | 3 hours |
7 | EVOLVE - Scaling AI for Competitive Advantage | 3 hours |
8 | Executive Capstone - Your Custom AI Transformation Roadmap | 3 hours |
Approximately 24 hours of total coursework.
Program Faculty and Experts
Andrés Arias
Senior Solutions Manager, Amazon; Adjunct Lecturer, FIU College of Business, Department of Information Systems and Business AnalyticsAnthony Hernandez
Senior Product Manager, The Home Depot
Financial Assistance & Discounts
FIU Executive Education programs are designed to enhance your management skills and boost your career success. Because our certificate programs are non-credit and do not lead to a degree, they do not qualify for traditional student financial aid. However, financial assistance is available in a variety of methods:
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Contact Information
Executive Education
11200 SW 8th Street, MANGO 360
Miami, Fl 33199
Office: 305.348.4217
Email: fiuExecEd@fiu.edu
All Programs for Individuals
FIU Executive Education programs for individuals are delivered virtually by an instructor on evenings and weekends. The short programs, in such areas as human resources, project management, Lean Six Sigma, finance and more, can also be taken fully online at your own pace.

