AI careers in 2026 are no longer limited to data scientists or software engineers. Working professionals across business, product, operations, healthcare, finance, and consulting are increasingly choosing between two practical learning paths: AI Agents and AI/ML foundations.
AI Agent programs focus on building autonomous, tool-using systems powered by large language models, while AI/ML programs emphasize machine learning, data-driven decision-making, and enterprise AI strategy. Choosing the right path depends on your career goals, technical background, and how directly you want to work with AI systems.