Your capstone project demonstrates mastery of the complete AI Analyst curriculum. You'll identify a real business challenge, design an AI solution, build a working prototype, and present a comprehensive business case.
This project becomes the centerpiece of your professional portfolio—evidence of your AI operator capabilities.
Design and prototype an AI initiative for a department or function.
Deliverables:
Best for: Those targeting enterprise roles or consulting
Create an AI-powered feature or service offering.
Deliverables:
Best for: Those in product roles or entrepreneurship
Create a comprehensive playbook for AI adoption in a specific domain.
Deliverables:
Best for: Those targeting training, enablement, or thought leadership
Build a comprehensive AI system for your own professional use.
Deliverables:
Best for: Individual contributors wanting to demonstrate hands-on skills
Phase 1 Application (AI Literacy)
Phase 2 Application (Workflow Engineering)
Phase 3 Application (Implementation)
Phase 4 Application (Strategy & Economics)
Checkpoint: Project proposal (1 page)
Checkpoint: Design document + initial prototype
Checkpoint: Working prototype + test results
Final submission: Complete capstone package
| Criterion | 1 (Developing) | 3 (Proficient) | 5 (Exemplary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Design | Basic prompts, single model | Well-designed prompts, appropriate model selection | Sophisticated prompt engineering, multi-model architecture |
| Implementation | Works with limitations | Solid functionality, handles edge cases | Robust, production-ready quality |
| Testing | Minimal testing | Systematic test plan | Comprehensive testing with iteration |
| Criterion | 1 (Developing) | 3 (Proficient) | 5 (Exemplary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Problem Definition | Vague problem statement | Clear problem with context | Compelling problem with market/organizational insight |
| Value Proposition | Limited value articulation | Clear benefits identified | Quantified ROI with sensitivity analysis |
| Feasibility | Overlooks implementation challenges | Acknowledges key challenges | Comprehensive implementation roadmap |
| Criterion | 1 (Developing) | 3 (Proficient) | 5 (Exemplary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workflow Design | Ad hoc approach | Structured methodology | Systematic process with quality gates |
| Governance | Risk not addressed | Basic risk awareness | Comprehensive governance framework |
| Documentation | Minimal documentation | Complete documentation | Exemplary documentation with rationale |
| Criterion | 1 (Developing) | 3 (Proficient) | 5 (Exemplary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Hard to follow | Clear and organized | Compelling narrative, executive-ready |
| Written Materials | Basic writing | Professional quality | Publication-quality writing |
| Visual Design | Cluttered or basic | Clean and professional | Polished and impactful |
Executive Summary (1-2 pages)
Full Project Report (10-20 pages)
Working Prototype
Presentation Deck (10-15 slides)
Appendices
LinkedIn/Professional profiles:
Interviews:
Portfolio site (if applicable):
| Challenge | Approach |
|---|---|
| Scope too big | Focus on demonstrating skills, not solving everything |
| Can't access real data | Use realistic synthetic data |
| Prototype limitations | Document what you'd do with more resources |
| Business case assumptions | Be explicit, show sensitivity analysis |
Before submitting, verify:
Completeness
Quality
Impact
Completing your capstone project marks your transition from AI learner to AI operator. You've built:
Welcome to the future of work. You're ready to operate it.
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