Alexander Jensen
Alex Jensen is an adjunct lecturer at the Kellogg School of Management and a Ph.D. candidate in the Operations Management department. He teaches AI Foundations for Managers (AIML 901).
Before joining Kellogg, he received a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Hispanic Studies from Oberlin College, where he chaired the Experimental College, a student-run, academic department offering 140 accredited courses to 900 students. He then taught mathematics in Chicago Public Schools.
Jensen’s research examines how technology shapes learning and educational systems. His dissertation asks how educational video games can encourage children to spend their free time learning, drawing on field experiments with a mobile learning platform. He is also exploring how generative AI might be used to design more engaging educational games, and how it could reshape admissions.
AI Foundations for Managers - AgentOps (AIML-901OP-5)
AI is advancing at an unprecedented pace. The best way to understand its potential is not just by studying it- but by using it. This immersive course provides Kellogg students with extensive hands-on experience building with generative AI, equipping you with practical skills to immediately apply these technologies in business contexts. In just five weeks, you will go from AI outsider to AI insider, taking your first steps toward building solutions while developing the essential vocabulary and conceptual framework to navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Course Goals:- Create Value through Real-World Projects: Complete an exciting, relevant AI project that demonstrates real business value
- Master the AI Toolkit: Gain practical experience with various AI tools, including the latest AI agents
- Demystify AI: Understand how AI works under the hood, understanding ethical considerations while developing fluency in AI concepts at both a technical and higher level
- Develop a "Tinkerer's Mindset": Cultivate the curiosity, skills, and strategies to experiment with emerging AI technologies and stay ahead of rapid developments
