MIS 587

Business Applications In Machine Learning

Worcester Polytechnic Institute · UGRD · Fall 2026

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This course explores how Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is applied to solve business problems, to satisfy specific business needs, or to discover new opportunities for businesses. Applications of ML and AI are constantly evolving across many industries. This course utilizes existing AutoML solutions to address issues identified in business case studies (e.g. predicting hospital readmissions, loans likely to default, customer churn). The course covers the machine learning project life cycle starting with defining ML project objectives, acquiring and exploring data, modeling using AutoML tools, interpretation of models and communication of outcomes, and implementation and deployment of predictive models in organizations.

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OpenSeats: 29/40 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 6:47 PM
Class #MIS-587-F01Fall 2026UGRD3 credits
29 enrolled40 capacity
Days & times
T6:00 PM - 8:50 PM
Meeting dates
2026-08-20 - 2026-12-11
Location
Salisbury Labs 105
Instructor
Xavier Babu
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