Online Course

E_M 595 Advanced Topics in Engineering Management – AI Digital Governance: A Complex Systems Approach

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Term

Summer (B) 2026.
June 30 – August 23

Duration

8 weeks, Online

Price

Non-Refundable Application Fee: US$90
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Admission

Apply online via EngineeringCAS. Priority application deadlines by term: November 15 (Spring); July 15 (Fall); March 15 (Summer)

Course Description

This course explores the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital governance through the lens of Complex System Governance (CSG). Students will delve into governance frameworks that address the complexities of AI systems, focusing on adaptive, multi-level, and integrative approaches to managing AI in the digital era. The course covers theoretical foundations, challenges, and opportunities, including regulatory policies, ethical considerations, stakeholder engagement, and the role of emerging technologies like blockchain and AI in shaping governance models. The course is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of how AI governance can benefit from systems thinking, how to navigate the governance of rapidly evolving AI landscapes, and how to integrate governance frameworks in real-world AI-driven applications.

Semester Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Location: Global Campus

Course meets at times posted via web conferencing software.

Elective for:
Master’s Degree
Industrial Leadership Certificate
Supply Chain Certificate
Systems Engineering Management Certificate

Learning outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of the course, the learner should be able to:

  • Analyze the core principles of Complex System Governance and how it applies to AI digital governance.
  • Evaluate and Justify how governance models can be adapted for rapidly evolving AI technologies.
  • Critique and Model governance frameworks for AI, considering ethical, legal, and societal challenges in a high-order analysis.
  • Design, Develop, and Present governance strategies that incorporate flexibility, stakeholder collaboration, and feedback mechanisms for real-world AI systems.
  • Synthesize course material to propose actionable policy recommendations for careers in fields requiring advanced AI governance expertise.

Lectures are live and interactive

Delivered 2x/week—early evening

Each live session is recorded

Instructor

About:

Jim Jones, PhD, most recently served as a subject matter expert for Emeritus and instructor for the newly launched Technical Project Certification program offered through MIT.

Prior to Emeritus,  Dr. Jones was a subject matter expert, course designer, and Technical Project Management instructor for Thinkful. At Thinkful, Dr. Jones facilitated the online class lectures, created course content and assessment rubrics.

Before his role at Thinkful, Dr. Jones was the Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) where he provided vision, leadership, integrative management, and direction for the University’s shared and secured information systems. Furthermore, he helped to mobilize and promote leading-edge computing technology environment for faculty and students.

Dr. Jones had been with Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, serving as Associate CIO and Interim CIO responsible for strategic planning, contract negotiation for technology projects, and facilitating budget growth and project governance into technology initiatives.

Applicants to the ETM program must have the following:

Minimum requirements:

  • a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • a transcript*
  • at least one letter of recommendation**
  • a personal statement
  • a résumé showing work experience

Learn more about the Master of Engineering and Technology Management.

Minimum requirements:

  • a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • a transcript*
  • a personal statement
  • a résumé

Because the certificates consist of regular graduate courses, admission to the graduate school is still necessary.

Learn more about ETM certificate programs.

* The ETM program is designed for working professionals, and we highly value your work experience and determination. We may be able to offer provisional admission to those who do not meet the Graduate School’s minimum 3.0 GPA requirement. Please contact us at etm@wsu.edu for more information.

** The program accepts both academic and professional letters.

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