NJIT Generative AI Practitioner Microcredential

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Generative AI Practitioner Microcredential

20 hours. Four weeks. A credential that proves you can apply AI strategically.

Live, instructor-led training for experienced professionals who want practical skills, not another video course to complete alone.

NJIT Generative AI Practitioner Microcredential

Why This Matters

AI tools are available to everyone. The ability to use them well is not.

Most professionals have experimented with ChatGPT. Fewer have learned to apply it to work that requires judgment, context, and knowing what questions to ask. Research shows employees with structured AI training report 40% higher productivity, yet nearly half of AI users say they’re unclear on how to get there.

This program bridges that gap. You’ll learn to use AI as a strategic tool by pairing your professional expertise with AI’s capabilities. The professionals who benefit most from AI aren’t those who use it most often. They’re the ones who know when to use it, what to ask, and how to evaluate whether the output meets their standards.

What Sets This Program Apart

Live instruction with real-time feedback

You’re learning alongside 19 other professionals with an instructor who can answer your questions and evaluate your work as you go.

Hands-on application every session

This is not a lecture series. You’ll work directly with ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, and ElevenLabs during every class.

Designed for experienced professionals

You’re not learning AI fundamentals. You’re learning how to apply these tools to the expertise and judgment you’ve built over your career.

You leave with tangible proof

A capstone project solving a real problem in your field, plus an NJIT credential you can add to LinkedIn immediately.

Tools You’ll Master

Hands-on experience with industry-leading AI platforms

ChatGPT ChatGPT
Gemini Gemini
Midjourney Midjourney
ElevenLabs ElevenLabs

Who Should Enroll

This program is designed for professionals with 10+ years of experience who want structured AI training they can apply immediately.

Directors and Managers

Gain firsthand experience with AI tools before leading your team through adoption.

Operations, Marketing, HR, and Finance Professionals

Learn to identify where AI fits into your workflows and how to implement it effectively.

Consultants

Build the practical knowledge to advise clients on AI with credibility.

Nonprofit and Government Professionals

Extend your capacity and impact without adding headcount.

No technical background required. If you can communicate clearly in writing, you can learn to prompt AI effectively.

Skills You’ll Develop

Prompt Engineering

Write instructions that produce usable output on the first attempt.

Image Generation

Create professional visuals for presentations and proposals without a designer.

Data Analysis with AI

Transform unstructured information into clear summaries, tables, and insights.

Audio Production

Produce voice content for training, marketing, or internal communications.

Output Evaluation

Assess when AI output meets your standards and when it requires refinement.

Workflow Design

Identify where AI adds value in your role and build repeatable systems around it.

Curriculum

W1

Text: ChatGPT and Gemini

Structure prompts that produce usable output. Understand why the same question framed differently yields different results.

W2

Images: Midjourney

Convert descriptions into professional visuals. Refine prompts systematically rather than through trial and error.

W3

Data: Tables, Summaries, and Analysis

Apply AI to tables, summaries, and analysis. Learn when to trust the output and when to verify.

W4

Audio: ElevenLabs

Combine scriptwriting with text-to-speech. Integrate multiple AI tools into a single workflow.

CAP

Capstone Project

Design an AI solution for a real workflow in your field. Present your work. Leave with something you can implement.

Capstone Project Examples

Client Onboarding Accelerator

A consulting firm developed a prompt system generating customized onboarding documents from intake forms, reducing preparation time from 2 hours to 15 minutes.

Weekly Report Generator

An operations manager built a workflow that consolidates data from multiple sources into a formatted summary ready for leadership review.

Grant Narrative Assistant

A nonprofit program director created prompts that transform bullet points into polished grant language while preserving the organization’s voice.

What Participants Say

“Monk made the real-world practice of using AI not just accessible, but essential. He guided us through a hands-on case study where we learned how to prompt effectively and efficiently.”

Director of Economic & Demographic Research, NJDOL

“I was inspired to feel the energy of our room: innovation and creativity, industry expertise, ideas to maximize efficiency. Impressive session run by Monk Inyang and Tiffini Swanston-Giles. Bravo!”

NJ Regional President, Valley Bank

Your Instructors

Monk Inyang

Monk Inyang

Monk has more than 10 years of experience in corporate strategy and finance, including serving as Chief of Staff for Michelob ULTRA at Anheuser-Busch. As CEO of 1st Street Partnerships, he developed the Anchored Intelligence framework and has delivered AI training for Fortune 500 companies.

Tiffini Swanston-Giles

Tiffini Swanston-Giles

Tiffini brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing, CRM, and engagement strategy, including serving as Managing Director at VMLY&R leading work for clients like Dell, Ford, and Pfizer. She shapes how organizations leverage AI for customer experience.

Ifiok Inyang

Ifiok Inyang

Ifiok has more than a decade of enterprise IT consulting experience with Deloitte, Accenture, and Microsoft, most recently serving as Chief of Staff for Services Technology at Mastercard.

NJIT Campus

About NJIT

New Jersey Institute of Technology is a Top 50 Public National University and the #1 Best Value in New Jersey for public universities according to the Wall Street Journal. As an R1 research university with AI-focused initiatives, NJIT established the Grace Hopper AI Research Institute to advance AI innovation and application.

Top 50
Public National University
#1
Best Value in NJ (WSJ)
$60M+
AI Research Funding

Schedule and Format

20 hours across 4 weeks. Eight sessions of approximately 2.5 hours each. Assignments between sessions. Capstone presentation at the conclusion.

Tuesday/Thursday Cohort
March 17 – April 9, 2026
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00 – 8:45 PM ET
Monday/Wednesday Cohort
March 16 – April 8, 2026
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:30 – 8:30 PM ET
Wednesday/Saturday Cohort
March 18 – April 11, 2026
Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:45 PM ET
Saturdays 9:00 – 11:45 AM ET
Cohorts are limited to 20 participants.

Investment

$2,000

Includes all instruction, materials, and the NJIT credential.

Many employers cover professional development expenses. We provide an employer justification document formatted for manager approval.

Required tools: Active accounts for ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney (paid subscription, approximately $10/month), and ElevenLabs prior to the first session.

Enrolling a team? Group pricing available for organizations registering 3 or more participants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need technical experience?
No. The program starts from fundamentals. If you can write clearly, you can learn to prompt effectively.
What if I miss a session?
Sessions are recorded. However, live attendance is strongly encouraged as the primary value comes from hands-on practice and real-time instructor feedback.
Can my employer cover the cost?
Many participants use professional development funds. We provide documentation formatted for manager approval.
What is the refund policy?
Full refund available if you withdraw before the first session. No refunds after the program begins.
NJIT Division of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development

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