Cost & earnings at Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn
A 12-credit online graduate certificate that teaches practical application of AI tools to improve decision-making, efficiency and innovation in business settings. Suited to professionals in management, IT, consulting or change management who want hands-on AI prompting skills and leadership approaches rooted in a Christian worldview.
Students develop proficiency in using AI to boost productivity, automate workflows, solve business problems and support data-driven decisions. The program focuses on applied AI for business contexts rather than deep technical specialization and includes projects and case studies that build a practical portfolio. Listed course codes in the program are EMBA-520, EMBA-525, EMBA-535 and EMBA-540. The program totals 12 credit hours; per-credit cost is listed at $525 per credit hour on the program page.
Admission requires a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA, with official transcripts sent directly to Indiana Wesleyan University. Applicants normally need an undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher (based on at least 30 hours completed at the degree-granting institution). Applicants with a GPA below 2.5 may be admitted on probation under DeVoe School guidelines.
Graduates are prepared for roles in executive management, technology leadership, organizational development, information technology, change management and business consulting. The program page also lists AI technician among potential job titles. Coursework and applied projects aim to help students demonstrate workplace-ready skills in AI-assisted decision-making and process improvement.
Financial aid options noted for the program include grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits and employer reimbursement. The university provides cost sheets and an estimated cost of attendance on its financial aid webpage; applicable fees for resources and services may be assessed in addition to tuition. Students must pay all tuition and fees to receive the certificate.
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