M.S. in Artificial Intelligence Engineering - Information Security (MSAIE-IS)
The following curriculum applies to MSAIE-IS students starting their INI program in the 2026-27 academic year (MS38 cohort).
Core Courses [105 units]
Artificial Intelligence CORE (48 UNITS):
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14-763: Systems and Tool Chains for AI Engineering (12 units)
- 18-786: Introduction to Deep Learning (12 units)*
OR
24-788: Introduction to Deep Learning (12 units) - 24-784: Trustworthy and Ethical AI Engineering (12 units)
- 12 units: Choose one:
14-757: Introduction to Machine Learning with Adversaries in Mind
18-661: Introduction to Machine Learning for Engineers
24-787: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Engineers
*Limited Enrollment
Information Security Core (36 UNITS):
- 14-741: Introduction to Information Security (12 units)
- 14-795: AI Applications in Information Security (12 units)
- 12 additional units of graduate-level security course(s). Please review the MSAIE-IS Additional Core Courses list for pre-approved graduate security courses.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT CORE
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14-789: AI in Business Modeling (6 units)
NETWORKING CORE (12 UNITS):
- Choose one:
14-740: Fundamentals of Telecommunication Networks
OR
14-760: Advanced Real-World Data Networks (Spring)
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1
- 14-601: INI Academic & Professional Development (3 units)
Program Electives [18 units]
Fulfilled by courses in INI, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), School of Computer Science (SCS), Engineering & Public Policy (EPP), Entertainment Technology Center (ETC) or Integrated Innovation Institute (III), and/or approved courses in the Heinz College or Tepper School. Some exceptions apply.
Please note: If you chose the Advanced study option, you have additional requirements. Review the study option chart
Disclaimer:
The INI cannot guarantee that courses will be offered each semester or in a specific semester as advertised on this page. You must to determine course availability. The INI cannot guarantee that you will be granted a seat in a specific course. This disclaimer applies to courses at the INI as well as other departments at Carnegie Mellon. As a student, it is your sole responsibility to read and understand the information provided regarding this program and its requirements. If you have any further questions, please contact INI Academic Affairs and Student Services team at ini-academic@andrew.cmu.edu.
