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Artificial Intelligence In Government Procurement Specialization

Artificial Intelligence In Government Procurement Specialization

Harness AI for Faster, Safer Public Procurement. Design and Scale AI Solutions that Reduce Drudgery and Delays in Procurement Workflows

Instructors: Joe Mariani

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

12 weeks to complete

at 3 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Earn a Certificate

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

12 weeks to complete

at 3 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Earn a Certificate

With paid plans

What you'll learn

Understand how AI transforms public procurement, from automation to innovation at scale referencing real-world AI applications.
Learn to manage the change, overcome constraints, and truly scale AI adoption within your team and organization.
Understand and map out the opportunities to target workflow tasks and reduce drudgery (like paperwork!) through smart AI-workflows.
Ensure ethical AI and the correct use of various forms from augmenting to automating tasks through assistants, intelligent workflows, and LLMs.

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Specialization - 3 course series

Discover how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping government operations in this three-course specialization for working professionals. Learn to harness AI to drive innovation, efficiency, and transparency across public services. Gain the expertise to lead meaningful, lasting transformation through real-world applications and strategic leadership.

Applied Learning Project

Learners explore real-world examples demonstrating how AI enhances various stages of the procurement lifecycle. Through interactive, AI-driven discussions, they apply new concepts directly to their own professional contexts. Throughout each course, learners reinforce their understanding through regular quizzes and a comprehensive final assessment.

Artificial Intelligence in Government

Course 113 hours

What you'll learn

Where AI fits in the history of human-machine teaming and how the strengths/weaknesses of different AI tools make them suitable for different tasks.
How AI can save government over 1 billion hours, and how to find the opportunities for greater efficiency and effectiveness in your organization.
How government is good at exploring AI, but poor at adopting at-scale. How to overcome government’s unique challenges to scaling AI.

Skills you'll gain

Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Responsible AI, Scalability, Natural Language Processing, Operational Efficiency, Process Mapping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Measurement, Technical Consulting, Procurement, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, and Organizational Effectiveness

Innovation in Government: Navigating the Age of AI

Course 211 hours

What you'll learn

Drive successful AI and tech adoption within your organization by analyzing factors enabling or stalling innovation and overcoming cultural barriers.
Lead cross-functional teams and align stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions while driving innovative, mission-focused roadmaps.
Be able to detect and respond to early signs of market or mission change to safeguard organizational performance and prevent organizational crises.
Apply the four innovation models to improve efficiency, service delivery, and policy impact within government environments.

Skills you'll gain

Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Opportunities, Product Improvement, Artificial Intelligence, Market Analysis, Business Transformation, Market Research, Persona (User Experience), Technology Strategies, Organizational Change, Digital Transformation, Product Roadmaps, Thought Leadership, Governance, Automation, Product Management, and Public Policies

AI-Augmented Procurement in Government

Course 311 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze government workflows to identify key incentives and success metrics.
Pinpoint performance challenges and map them to specific workplace scenarios.
Evaluate opportunities to apply AI and automation tools to address identified challenges.
Develop a practical implementation plan that aligns with stakeholder incentives and overcomes barriers to AI adoption.

Skills you'll gain

Stakeholder Engagement, Business Transformation, Workflow Management, Resource Management, Market Opportunities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Scalability, Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Process Improvement, Organizational Change, Customer Success Management, Business Priorities, and Complex Problem Solving

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Instructors

Joe Mariani

University of Maryland, College Park

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Frequently asked questions

While it is not necessary to take the courses in order, we do recommend it. They build off of each other and have a few callbacks.

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Artificial Intelligence In Government Procurement Specialization

What you'll learn

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