Artificial Intelligence for Business
- Course
- BUSN438 - Artificial Intelligence for Business
- Department
- Business Administration - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 6
- T+P+L
- 3 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gamze GÜNER KİBAROĞLU
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
This course provides a conceptual introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) for business students at Cyprus International University. Students gain broad understanding of AI techniques, applications to business problems, value extraction from AI investments, and future applications. The course covers machine learning, natural language processing, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and strategic implications. Students complete hands-on projects using Cursor AI code editor for Vibe Coding and n8n for workflow automation.
Artificial Intelligence for Business
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Exam (Written) | Midterm | 30 |
| Term Project | Project | 30 |
| Final Exam (Practical/Applied) | Final | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
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Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: Definitions, History, and Key Concepts |
| Week 2 | The Role and Importance of AI in Business; Relationship with Digital Transformation: Building a Business's Digital Presence with AI |
| Week 3 | Generative AI Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, etc. Hands-on Introduction: How a Business Works: An AI-Assisted Introduction |
| Week 4 | Business Idea Development & AI-Assisted Market/Competitor Research: Using Data for Business Decisions |
| Week 5 | Building the Student's Future Business with AI |
| Week 6 | AI-Assisted Brand & Logo Design |
| Week 7 | Midterm Review & Integration |
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM (Written) |
| Week 9 | AI-Generated Content & Brand Identity (Copywriting, Social Media Content, Visual Identity): About Us, Vision & Mission, Contact & Address |
| Week 10 | AI-Assisted Marketing Content for the Business |
| Week 11 | AI-Assisted Financial Planning & Business Modeling (Budgeting, Cash-Flow Projections) |
| Week 12 | Preparing an AI-Assisted HR, Recruitment & Onboarding Plan for the Student's Venture |
| Week 13 | Preparing an AI-Assisted Marketing and CRM for the Student's Venture |
| Week 14 | Finalizing and Submitting the Term Project Report (submitted as a written report; no in-class presentation or demo) |
| Week 15 | General Review |
Reference Books & Course Materials
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Learning Outcomes
No learning outcomes have been defined.
Program Outcomes
- P01 1. Gained the necessary skills to learn and adopt a spirit of continuous learning in their professional life.
- P02 2. Developed various skills by working independently via specific learned techniques that both triggered individual efforts and encouraged collaborative work.
- P03 3. Acquired the essential knowledge and skills to apply key theories, models and applications within the global business context.
- P04 4. Adopted and applied critical and strategic thinking together with research capabilities for efficient and effective business decisions.
- P05 5. Utilized and managed ethically information technologies required for contemporary business world.
- P06 6. Been equipped with conceptual and analytical skills necessary for team work within global organizations.
- P07 7. Displayed their learnt communication skills that are required to effectively interact in a cross cultural and diverse international work environment.
- P08 8. Applied their acquired knowledge within the changing work environment.
- P09 9. Developed an understanding of ethical perspectives and social responsibilities to be used at work and in personal life.
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