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.
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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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
No prior experience required
3 months at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
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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October 2025
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Specialization - 3 course series
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, Scalability, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Technical Consulting, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Operational Efficiency, Procurement, Process Mapping, Technology Strategies, Performance Measurement, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
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, Thought Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Improvement, Governance, Persona (User Experience), Digital Transformation, Market Opportunities, Product Management, Organizational Change, Policy Analysis, Automation, Market Analysis, Product Roadmaps, Market Research, Artificial Intelligence, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Business Transformation, and Public Policies
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
Process Improvement, Organizational Change, Complex Problem Solving, Resource Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Workflow Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Scalability, Stakeholder Management, Market Opportunities, Customer Success Management, and Business Transformation
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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.
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