Pioneering Digital Marketing and Strategic Initiatives at Smith
P.K. Kannan, Dean’s Chair in Marketing Science at the Smith School, revolutionized digital marketing research and education. His award-winning work bridges technology and marketing, solving real business problems and shaping innovative programs like the Interdisciplinary Business Honors and Smith Business Leadership Fellows.
More than 37K Enroll in Smith AI Course for Career Empowerment
More than 37,000 learners worldwide have joined the Smith School’s free AI and Career Empowerment course—designed for transitioning federal workers but open to all—building AI literacy and career skills through expert-led, self-paced modules.
Maryland Lt. Gov. Miller Applauds Smith School’s AI Programs During Visit
The Smith School’s new AI certificate program has drawn over 20,000 global enrollees since May. Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller visited July 1 to highlight its role in Maryland’s AI-driven workforce development.
Startup Bazaar Showcases Smith Impact, Leadership in Business Education
Startup Bazaar, held April 12 at the Smith School, showcased the state’s tech ecosystem and featured leaders including Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller. The event highlighted Smith’s role in innovation, entrepreneurship and AI, and drew strong participation from startups and state officials.
University of Maryland Business School Offers Free AI Certificate, Tuition Discounts for Federal Workers
Launching May 1, 2025, the University of Maryland’s Smith School will offer a free, online AI and Career Empowerment Certificate to help federal workers and others build AI literacy, explore job opportunities, and navigate career transitions with expert guidance.
‘Business of Life Sciences and Healthcare for Leaders’ Program Forthcoming from Smith
Registration is open for the five-day “Business of Life Sciences and Healthcare for Leaders” (B-LSHC) program, June 23-27, 2025, at the Smith School. Designed for mid/advanced-career professionals, it features expert-led sessions, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
Risk Management Academy Forthcoming from Smith Enterprise Risk Consortium
Registration is open for the SERC Risk Academy, a three-day workshop on risk management fundamentals, led by UMD professors and industry leaders. Presented by SERC and coordinated by Smith Executive Education, the program features expert instruction, including insights from SERC Director Cliff Rossi.
Moody’s Analytics Economist Delivers Keynote at SERC Advisory Council Meeting
Cris deRitis, deputy chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, delivered the keynote at the Smith Enterprise Risk Consortium Advisory Council meeting, offering insights on economic resilience, interest rates, consumer behavior, entrepreneurship, and geopolitical risks, advancing SERC’s mission of industry-academic collaboration.
Smith Executive Education Discounts Course Access for AFP Members
The Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) and the Smith School of Business have partnered to offer AFP members discounted access to expert-led, open-enrollment courses. These courses enhance professional development with topics like AI, Python, and digital transformation taught by renowned Smith faculty.
Smith Announces ‘Technology Leadership & Government’ Online Course
Smith Executive Education’s online course, ‘Technology Leadership & Government,’ equips leaders to navigate and strategize around transformative technologies. Adapted from Smith’s graduate certificate program, the course features case studies, interactive exercises, and strategies for ethical, innovative tech management.