Big data offers organizations unprecedented opportunities to uncover insights and create value. Artificial intelligence (AI) now permeates daily life and drives innovation across industries such as finance, transportation, and healthcare. Advances in network infrastructure have made big data and AI tools more accessible and affordable for businesses of all sizes. Many organizations still face significant challenges in launching, managing, and scaling AI initiatives that rely on large, unstructured datasets. This course equips students with a solid foundation in key big data and AI technologies through hands-on, experiential learning. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to contribute to the successful design, implementation, and governance of complex data-driven strategies.