[2025] The Economics of Artificial Intelligence 101

This course designed to demystify how artificial intelligence is reshaping economies, transforming industries, and impacting labor markets. AI is no longer just a futuristic concept. AI is one of the most powerful drivers of change in today's economy, and understanding its economic impact is essential for business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.

Why should you sign up for this course. AI is much more than a technological innovation; it's an economic game-changer that affects productivity, job markets, investment strategies, and global trade dynamics. Knowing how AI influences these areas will give you a competitive edge, whether you're an investor seeking profitable sectors, a business decision-maker aiming to leverage AI for growth, or preparing for the future of work.

What will you learn. Understand the economic drivers of AI adoption, its transformation of productivity, economic growth, and business models, its impact on labor markets and demand for AI-specific skills, its role in shaping markets and competition, and the political, ethical, and regulatory considerations that influence its adoption, particularly in the context of global development disparities and resource constraints. How will you benefit.

To the extend you are affected, understanding the economics of AI is not just about recognizing the financial benefits but about comprehending the profound shifts in how value is created, distributed, and protected in this new, technology-driven era. By the end of this course, you'll be prepared to make informed, strategic decisions about AI's role in business and the economy as a whole -decisions that are critical for navigating the future of technology-driven growth.