Florida Atlantic adds quantum to its executive education lineup

Florida Atlantic University will be the first in the state to combine on-site quantum computing access with a business-focused certificate program, indicating a shift from research to practical application training. The eight-week “Quantum Computing: Business and Sourcing Strategy” course quickly upskills professionals to assess opportunities and risks presented by the emerging technology. “FAU’s decision to launch this course reflects a convergence of several important trends,” said Daniel Gropper, Ph. D., dean of FAU’s College of Business and Kaye Family Professor, “including the growth of high-tech industries in South Florida and the university’s commitment to preparing business leaders for emerging technologies.” The program equips leaders to strategically prepare for quantum computing’s influence on technology investment and organizational decision-making. FAU Launches “Quantum Computing: Business and Sourcing Strategy” Certificate Florida Atlantic University is now offering a business-focused certificate program supported by its recent installation of a dedicated, on-site quantum computer; this marks the first such pairing at a Florida university. Participants will analyze how organizations can identify quantum opportunities and build frameworks for responsible adoption, extending beyond purely research-based applications. The program’s development responds to a growing high-tech sector in South Florida and a university-wide commitment to future-proof business leadership, according to Daniel Gropper, Ph. “Quantum computing represents a significant evolution in how we think about technology and problem-solving, and this program gives professionals the opportunity to better understand its potential, evaluate its business applications and explore how organizations can strategically prepare for what comes next.” The course, led by informational technology experts, requires no prior quantum science background, focusing instead on strategic implications for leaders and decision-makers. Mehran Basiratmand, Ph. D., director of innovation and programs Technology and Operations Management, emphasizes that business leaders need not become quantum engineers. “Business leaders do not need to become quantum engineers, but they do need the ability to recognize where transformative technologies may create opportunities or risks for their organizations.” Participants will examine real-world business applications and evaluate technology providers, gaining the knowledge to integrate quantum capabilities into organizational planning and engage effectively with technical teams. FAU’s decision to launch this course reflects a convergence of several important trends, including the growth of high-tech industries in South Florida and the university’s commitment to preparing business leaders for emerging technologies that will shape the future economy. Daniel Gropper, Ph.D., dean of FAU’s College of Business and Kaye Family Professor Source: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/08/05/3339190/0/en/florida-atlantic-university-launches-quantum-computing-certificate.html Stay currentSee today’s quantum computing news on Quantum Zeitgeist for the latest breakthroughs in qubits, hardware, algorithms, and industry deals. Tags: Rusty Flint Rusty is a quantum science nerd. He's been into academic science all his life, but spent his formative years doing less academic things. Now he turns his attention to write about his passion, the quantum realm. He loves all things Quantum Physics especially. Rusty likes the more esoteric side of Quantum Computing and the Quantum world. Everything from Quantum Entanglement to Quantum Physics. Rusty thinks that we are in the 1950s quantum equivalent of the classical computing world. While other quantum journalists focus on IBM's latest chip or which startup just raised $50 million, Rusty's over here writing 3,000-word deep dives on whether quantum entanglement might explain why you sometimes think about someone right before they text you. (Spoiler: it doesn't, but the exploration is fascinating) Latest Posts by Rusty Flint: IonQ and Sandia team up to build quantum computers for US security August 5, 2026 NVIDIA will help build AI hubs across the US with the NSF August 5, 2026 Qarakal Quantum shrinks qubit needs tenfold with new design August 5, 2026