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Artificial Intelligence In Government Procurement Specialization

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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

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12 weeks to complete

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

from 20 reviews of courses in this program

Beginner level

No prior experience required

12 weeks to complete

at 3 hours a week

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 1, 13 hours

What you'll learn

Explain how different types of AI can automate, augment, and transform government services.
Evaluate strategies for implementing and scaling AI initiatives across public sector organizations.
Apply AI concepts to improve government efficiency, innovation, and citizen-centered service delivery.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Automation

Category: Scalability

Category: Artificial Intelligence

Category: Operational Efficiency

Category: AI Integrations

Category: Organizational Effectiveness

Category: AI Workflows

Category: Technology Strategies

Category: Natural Language Processing

Category: Public Affairs

Category: Technical Consulting

Category: Public Policies

Category: AI literacy

Category: Digital Transformation

Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

Category: Organizational Change

Category: Performance Measurement

Category: Procurement

Innovation in Government: Navigating the Age of AI

Course 2, 12 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.
Discover practical strategies for sensing change early, overcoming organizational constraints, and leveraging AI to drive innovation in government.
Apply the four innovation models to improve efficiency, service delivery, and policy impact within government environments.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Innovation

Category: Stakeholder Engagement

Category: AI Enablement

Category: Policy Analysis

Category: Public Policies

Category: Artificial Intelligence

Category: Automation

Category: Technology Strategies

Category: AI Product Strategy

Category: Product Management

Category: Digital Transformation

Category: Market Analysis

Category: Governance

Category: Initiative and Leadership

Category: Market Research

Category: Product Roadmaps

Category: AI literacy

Category: Persona (User Experience)

Category: Product Lifecycle Management

Category: Market Opportunities

AI-Augmented Procurement in Government

Course 3, 11 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

Category: AI Enablement

Category: Procurement

Category: Scalability

Category: Workflow Management

Category: Resource Management

Category: Stakeholder Management

Category: Market Opportunities

Category: Customer Success Management

Category: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Category: Process Improvement

Category: Stakeholder Engagement

Category: AI Workflows

Category: AI literacy

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Instructors

Joe Mariani

University of Maryland, College Park

2 Courses1,573 learners

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Learner reviews across Artificial Intelligence In Government Procurement

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Course: Artificial Intelligence in Government

5.0

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Great in depth materials and knowledge-base, well set educational presentations by instructors and good analogies to achieve AI context and simple understanding of complex concepts.

Course: Innovation in Government: Navigating the Age of AI

4.0

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Good introduction to theory and models of innovation. But there is minimal coverage of AI in government.

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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.