This specialization teaches you how to use generative AI to transform customer service operations. You’ll learn to design AI-powered workflows, optimize customer engagement, and automate service processes with real-world tools. Through guided projects and demos, you’ll gain hands-on experience using ChatGPT, Claude, Google AI Studio, Microsoft Copilot, Notion AI, Miro AI, Zapier, Flowise, Salesforce AI, Freshdesk AI, Zendesk, Kommunicate, n8n, LiveChatAI, and Replit to build intelligent, ethical, and scalable customer service systems.

It’s ideal for customer service professionals, CX managers, automation specialists, and business leaders who want to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction with AI. It’s also suited for operations and transformation professionals looking to integrate automation and responsible AI practices into service teams.

No programming or AI background is required. The program uses a no-code, hands-on approach, guiding you step-by-step through projects using accessible tools like Zapier, Flowise, Notion AI, and Miro AI. Both technical and non-technical learners can easily follow along.

The specialization includes three progressive courses that build upon each other:

Generative AI for Customer Service Essentials – Understand core generative-AI concepts, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted communication.

Generative AI for Customer Experience Optimization – Learn sentiment analysis, emotional intelligence, multichannel support, and AI-driven feedback analytics.

Generative AI for Customer Service Automation – Apply strategic AI planning, no-code automation, and ethical frameworks to implement enterprise-level AI systems.

Each course includes short instructional videos, readings, guided demos, and practical projects culminating in a capstone transformation plan.

It typically takes 9–10 weeks to complete at a pace of 4–5 hours per week. Each week features concise lessons, real-world exercises, and flexible assignments designed for working professionals.

Yes. Upon completing all lessons and graded projects, you’ll receive a Coursera Certificate of Completion. This credential validates your ability to design, automate, and manage AI-powered customer service systems—ideal for showcasing on LinkedIn or sharing with employers.

You’ll complete hands-on projects like:

1. Designing AI-generated customer responses and templates.

2. Building sentiment analysis and feedback automation with tools like Salesforce AI, n8n, and Freshdesk AI.

3. Creating no-code chatbots and workflow automations in Flowise and Zapier.

4. Mapping AI service strategies in Miro AI and Notion AI.

5. Completing a final capstone project that applies your automation and strategy skills.

Throughout the three courses, you’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools, including:

1. ChatGPT & Claude – Generative AI content creation, role-based prompting, and ethical response design.

2. Google AI Studio & Microsoft Copilot – Advanced prompt refinement and structured output generation.

3. Notion AI – Strategic planning, documentation, and AI project management.

4. Miro AI – Customer journey mapping and service blueprint design.

5. Zapier & n8n – No-code automation, data routing, and AI workflow orchestration.

6. Flowise – Building conversational agents and automated AI query systems.

7. Freshdesk AI & Zendesk – Customer sentiment analysis and omnichannel case automation.

8. LiveChatAI – Personalized communication and presentation creation.

9.Replit – Data-driven analytics and secure AI environment testing.

You’ll learn to:

1. Design and manage AI service strategies aligned with business goals.

2. Build automated workflows using no-code tools.

3. Apply prompt engineering and sentiment analysis.

4. Integrate AI with CRM and helpdesk systems.

5. Ensure ethical, transparent, and privacy-compliant AI operations.

This specialization positions you as a future-ready AI customer experience leader capable of bridging technology and service strategy.

You’ll gain a portfolio of practical projects that showcase your ability to design and deploy AI systems—giving you a competitive edge in AI-driven service innovation and leadership.

Yes. Each module includes quizzes, guided demos, and graded assignments. The final project challenges you to design a comprehensive AI-powered customer service strategy that integrates automation, analytics, and responsible AI practices.

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

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Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.