Advancements in artificial intelligence technologies are quickly changing the landscape of financial markets. This course takes a hands-on approach to teaching students about how financial firms employ AI technologies, with an emphasis on using and understanding modern generative and agentic AI tools. Students will learn practical skills to implement AI in various financial contexts, as well as how AI/ML algorithms commonly used in finance work. Students will also develop critical thinking skills regarding the appropriate implementation and impact of these technologies in financial markets. Specific applications include valuation, automated financial reports, financial forecasting, robo-advising, credit risk modeling, fraud detection, textual analysis of financial documents using generative AI, and more. The course will also touch upon how financial markets value firms that develop and implement AI; the unique risks and ethical considerations inherent to AI's use in the finance industry; and organizational hurdles associated with AI adoption. No prior programming experience is required.