FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 1, 2026
UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education announces strategic partnership
to advance AI learning and enablement
Collaboration with Alonsera will connect learning with real-world expertise in artificial intelligence research, implementation, transformation and responsible deployment
Irvine, Calif., October 1, 2026 — The University of California, Irvine Division of Continuing Education (DCE) today announced a partnership with Alonsera, an integrated consulting firm, Global AI Center of Excellence and Venture Studio. The partnership will expand learning and enablement programs for executives, government leaders, professionals and organizations navigating the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
The collaboration combines UC Irvine DCE’s academic and continuing education expertise with Alonsera’s practitioner-led capabilities in artificial intelligence research, development, implementation, organizational transformation and venture creation. Together, the organizations will help leaders and institutions move beyond theoretical understanding and early experimentation toward practical AI capability, responsible innovation, workforce readiness, and measurable organizational impact.
Coursework will bridge the gap between what is theoretically possible with AI and what organizations can responsibly implement and sustain. Through case-based instruction, applied projects, implementation exercises, and expert-led discussions, participants will examine how AI is developed, governed, deployed and adopted in real-world environments.
“Continuing education plays a vital role in helping professionals and institutions respond to rapidly changing technologies,” said Kristine Collins, dean of the Division of Continuing Education. “This partnership offers learners a connection between theory and experimentation and the realities of AI implementation. By engaging with experienced practitioners, participants can build knowledge that is both current and immediately relevant to the challenges facing their organizations.”
The programs are intended to serve senior executives, government officials and employees, technology and business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, policymakers and professionals seeking to understand and apply AI within their organizations. Learning opportunities will emphasize three interconnected priorities: future-ready growth, security-first execution, and human-centered leadership.
A range of learning opportunities will include:
Online masterclasses focused on responsible AI, governance, security, data strategy, commercialization, leadership, and organizational readiness.
Multiweek immersive programs guiding participants from strategic alignment through AI enablement, implementation and pilot launch.
Executive and government intensive programs addressing enterprise transformation, public-sector AI, policy, infrastructure, workforce readiness and responsible innovation.
Custom corporate and institutional programs designed to build internal AI capability and organizational readiness.
“Organizations need more than a theoretical understanding of artificial intelligence. They need the practical judgment and implementation capabilities required to apply AI responsibly in complex real-world environments,” said Christine Duque, CEO and Managing Partner of Alonsera. “Our partnership with UC Irvine DCE will help leaders and institutions move from ideas and experimentation to responsible execution and measurable impact.”
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About Alonsera: Alonsera is a new-wave responsible AI firm that empowers leaders and institutions to lead ethically in the Age of Intelligent Systems. Through its integrated Strategic Consulting practice, Global AI Center of Excellence, and Venture Studio, Alonsera helps organizations design, build, govern, and scale practical AI and data solutions that create measurable value and lasting, human-centered transformation. Its leaders bring an average of more than 30 years of experience across global enterprises, Silicon Valley, and top-tier consulting, spanning AI research and development, engineering, product innovation, implementation, and organizational change. Alonsera has delivered more than US$8 billion in measurable outcomes for clients. As a diverse, women-led firm, Alonsera is guided by a simple belief: technology accelerates innovation, while people, trust, and relationships accelerate transformation. For more information, visit www.alonsera.com.
About the UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education: The UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education was established in 1962 and has served the lifelong learning and career development needs of individuals, organizations, and the community on a local, regional, and global scale. Through a wide range of educational opportunities, including certificate and specialized studies programs, short courses, and strategic partnerships, UCI DCE provides learning pathways for those seeking career advancement or personal enrichment. For more information about UCI DCE, including its new strategic plan, vision, mission, and values, visit ce.uci.edu.
About the University of California, Irvine: Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is the youngest member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. For more on UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
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