AI@HSB
Empowering the next generation of leaders starts with embracing the future, and that future is powered by AI. At the Hankamer School of Business we integrate artificial intelligence into every layer of learning.
"The future of AI will be defined by technological breakthroughs combined with our ability to integrate AI responsibility into human decision making, creativity, and business problem solving. As AI systems and their relevancy grow more capable, our challenge and opportunity lie in ensuring they amplify our Christian values by expanding possibilities for all."
Faculty at the Hankamer School of Business are working to ensure Baylor Business students are prepared for the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) as it continues to reshape industries. Hope Koch, PhD, the 2023 Distinguished Professor and holder of the Godfrey Sullivan Endowed Chair, is helping lead that effort by equipping her students to overcome their fear of AI to assist businesses in incorporating it into their operations.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, faculty in the Hankamer School of Business are working to ensure Baylor students graduate prepared for a rapidly evolving workplace. Johnny Bhojwani, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, is helping lead that effort by integrating AI education directly into the classroom experience.
The Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University hosted the inaugural AI Venture Challenge at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation. More than 60 submissions addressing actual consumer problems were originally submitted to the competition by students representing majors across the university. On Tuesday, the top 10 finalists pitched their tech-driven solutions to a panel of judges.
When artificial intelligence began making headlines for its rapid evolution and disruptive power, business leaders around the world took notice. With the majority of businesses already using or experimenting with AI, the question is no longer whether AI will impact today’s business world because it already has.
Academia’s Role in the AI-Amplified Age
HSB is leading the future of business education by seamlessly integrating AI into both teaching and research, ensuring students graduate with cutting-edge technical skills and essential human capabilities like critical thinking and adaptability.
By combining real-world, experiential learning with responsible AI use, HSB empowers students to confidently navigate and lead in an evolving, tech-driven workforce. The result: graduates who aren’t just prepared for change - they’re equipped to drive it.
Blockchain Breakthrough
At the Hankamer School of Business, cutting-edge research is shaping how companies solve real-world challenges. Faculty experts reveal how blockchain-powered smart contracts can reduce costly inefficiencies, strengthen supply-chain relationships, and unlock new market opportunities.
Their groundbreaking study shows that businesses adopting blockchain technology gain measurable advantages - from higher market value to expanded customer reach - positioning HSB as a leader in forward-thinking, data-driven innovation.
