The Gen Academy

Cohort 1

May 2026 Cohort

Unlock new career paths in AI without coding! In just 3 weeks, dive into high-impact roles like AI Product Manager, AI Consultant & more 🚀

Aishwarya Srinivasan

Building a career in AI as a non-coder

Lead Data analyst

Engineer

Technical Program Manager

DATA QUALITY ANLYST

Infra Transformation Manager

Data Engineer

Software Engineer

Technical Product Specialist

We've refined the complex AI ecosystem into a streamlined, weekly progression so you can build with confidence.


AI Entrepreneur | Ex-Google, Microsoft

Google

Microsoft

Columbia University

Nebius

AI Engineering Lead | Founder

Adobe

Carnegie Mellon University

Arvind Narayanamurthy

Go from AI-curious to AI-confident. Build real systems. Ship real work. Land real opportunities—all in less time than it takes to binge a Netflix series!This course cuts through the hype to teach you the engineering principles required to build &amp; deploy robust, agentic AI systems.To make sure your learning reflects how AI is actually built today, we've partnered with top AI companies like NVIDIA, Nebius, AG2, LlamaIndex, Pinecone, &amp; others — bringing you free credits &amp; guest lectures from engineers &amp; leaders.<ul><li>Battle-Tested Curriculum: We've distilled 7 years of experience building AI systems at Google, Microsoft, Adobe, IBM &amp; Fireworks AI into 6 tight, outcome-driven weeks.</li><li>Proven Track Record: At The Gen Academy, we’ve successfully taught over 2500+ individuals, helping them upskill, architect complex pipelines, &amp; transition into high-impact AI roles.</li><li>Built for Real-World Application: You'll build projects throughout &amp; complete an end-to-end capstone proving you can architect reliable AI systems.</li><li>Bonus Career Launchpad: We will also teach you how to get hired &amp; become truly AI-native. Week 7 covers the AI job market, portfolio building, &amp; standing out to hiring managers.</li></ul>

Build the skills and systems knowledge to become the top 0.1% in AI experts!

Gen AI Building Blocks

Grounding AI with RAG and Context Engineering

The Agentic Leap

Finetuning & Local Models

AI Evals, Security & Production Readiness

Bonus: AI Career Launchpad & becoming AI-Native

Curiosity — you've wondered how this stuff actually works and want to understand it, not just hear about it.


No coding background required. No prior AI experience needed. Just bring:

Urgency to Learn — you're not here to slowly browse concepts. You're here because the world is moving fast and you intend to keep up.

Comfort with Discomfort — this course will push you. You'll encounter things you don't understand and you'll push through them anyway.


Engineers, PMs, Data Scientists/Analysts: Upgrade your stack. Architect multi-agent pipelines and transition into high-impact AI roles.

Leaders &amp; Entrepreneurs: Cut the fluff. Build technical intuition to evaluate AI tradeoffs, spot use cases, and deploy agentic solutions.

Future AI Practitioners: Build a real capstone project, prove you can ship AI systems, and crack the job market.

Curious about breaking into AI without coding? This course is designed for professionals from all backgrounds—whether you’re in healthcare, finance, retail, marketing, or any other field—to explore new roles in the expanding AI industry. Just as the software boom of the 1980s and 90s transformed non-technical roles, AI is creating exciting opportunities for those who bring industry insights to the table. Over three weeks, we’ll cover the essentials of AI and explore practical applications across industries, so you can understand how machine learning, NLP, and other AI tools are reshaping the landscape. That’s where "AI for Non-Coding Professionals" comes in.Over three weeks of live sessions with Q&amp;A, hands-on assignments, and a supportive community, this course will give you a solid foundation in AI essentials and the confidence to build a career in roles like AI Product Manager, Consultant, or Ethics Specialist. Each session is recorded so you can revisit the material whenever you need. 💻🎁 One lucky winner from this cohort will receive a Dell Latitude 7650 Laptop worth ~2300$, and an autographed copy of Aishwarya Srinivasan's book - What's your worth? 📒 Here’s What You Can Expect: 🤖 Strategic Foundations of AI for Non-CodersUnderstand the AI ecosystem, identify where AI can add value in your field, and discover emerging roles tailored for professionals without coding backgrounds. Gain insights into high-impact applications in sectors like healthcare, finance, and retail. 📚 Deep Dive into AI Technologies &amp; Ethical EvaluationLearn about core AI models—predictive analytics, recommendation engines, anomaly detection—and build a toolkit for evaluating AI tools ethically, focusing on business impact and responsible use. 🚀 The AI Project Journey and Your Career RoadmapWalk through each stage of an AI project lifecycle, from concept to deployment, and see where your skills fit best. Build a practical roadmap for transitioning into an AI-focused role and define the steps to get there, such as certifications, projects, or networking. ⭐️ BONUS MODULE: Boosting Productivity with AI ToolsThis course offers a bonus module focused on practical AI tools to enhance your daily work and productivity. This module covers essential use-cases for non-coding professionals, equipping you with powerful tools to automate tasks, streamline workflows, and gain insights without needing technical expertise. - Automate Routine Tasks: Discover tools to handle repetitive tasks, saving time on data entry, report generation, and project updates.- Effortless Content Creation: Use AI to draft emails, reports, and social posts, ensuring quality communication with minimal effort.- Actionable Data Insights: Explore tools that analyze feedback and visualize trends, turning complex data into easy-to-understand insights.- Staying Updated in AI: Set up tailored alerts and newsletters to keep up with AI trends that impact your field without information overload. 🎁 Plus Exclusive Features: 🙋‍♀️ One-Hour AMA SessionJoin me for a dedicated Ask-Me-Anything at the end of the course to ask open questions, discuss career paths, and tailor your AI roadmap. 🤝 Interactive Community &amp; NetworkingConnect with like-minded professionals, collaborate on assignments, and build a network of peers navigating similar journeys in AI. 📃 Industry AI Career ToolkitAccess curated worksheets and resources designed to support your journey into AI roles, from strategic planning templates to ethical AI checklists. This toolkit will help you build credibility in the field and stay grounded in ethical and practical AI applications. Whether you're aiming to transition into AI product management, consulting, or ethics roles, this course offers a well-rounded approach to AI learning, with live sessions, Q&amp;A, community support, and practical assignments. Start building the roadmap to transform your career in AI, even without a technical background.

Transform your career with AI and step into high-impact roles, with no coding!

Course syllabus

Wednesdays & Friday

You will have a project to work on at the end of each week of session. You can reuse the template I share to create more portfolio projects for yourself, even after the course ends.

Weekly projects

Course schedule

Perfect for professionals with industry expertise in customer insights, compliance, or business strategy who want to leverage AI at work

Designed for individuals starting their careers in non-technical fields who are eager to understand AI and explore new roles within the grow

Ideal for those aiming to shape AI strategy, product management, or ethics, and lead responsible AI initiatives in their fields.

Who is this course for

What you’ll get out of this course

Gain a solid foundation in AI and how it's impacting industries like healthcare, finance, and retail. You’ll learn to identify where AI can add value in your field, understand key challenges, and recognize bottlenecks that impact successful AI adoption.

Understand AI’s Core Concepts and Industry Applications

Explore roles like AI Product Manager, Consultant, &amp; Ethics Specialist, tailored for non-coders. You’ll learn to assess engineering feasibility, prioritize efforts, and direct resources effectively, bridging the gap between business needs &amp; technical capabilities—without coding.

Follow a Structured Roadmap to Non-Technical AI Roles

Engage in practical, industry-relevant tasks to apply AI concepts directly to your field. These exercises will deepen your understanding of real-world AI challenges, ethical considerations, and the effort required to make AI solutions viable and impactful.

Apply your expertise to real-world AI scenarios with hands-on tasks.

Learn how to use AI tools to streamline tasks, address complex problems, and improve productivity. By the end, you’ll be equipped to integrate AI into your daily work and make strategic decisions, confidently identifying where AI efforts should be focused for maximum impact.

Leverage AI Tools for Productivity and Problem-Solving

The AI PM Playbook: Building AI Products at Scale

Most Followed Indian Woman in AI | Founder @ The Gen Academy

Founder @ The Gen Academy | AI Solutions Architect | Ex - Adobe, Microsoft, IBM

Shyamala Prayaga

Senior Product Manager, NVIDIA

AI is rewriting the PM playbook. Shyamala covers the role’s evolution, 2026 direction, and current market expectations.

How AI Is Reshaping the PM Role

Beyond buzzwords, learn the mix of tech fluency, strategy, and user empathy needed to succeed as an AI PM today.

The Skill Set of a Top 1% AI PM

From model unpredictability to trust, learn Shyamala’s AI PM frameworks and rethink UX beyond traditional models.

Frameworks and Strategies for Building AI Products

Go beyond theory and see Shyamala’s real AI PM day, key decisions, tradeoffs, and habits in a fast-changing landscape.

A Day in the Life of an AI PM at NVIDIA

Mastering Claude Cowork: Become an AI-Native Professional

Arvind Narayan

Learn how Claude Code and Cowork go beyond Q&A — planning, executing, and completing multi-step tasks autonomously.

Understand the shift from chat to agentic AI

Master the agentic coding loop: prompt → plan→ edit→ test→ commit, with persistent project , MCP integrations, & skills.

Use Claude Code to accelerate developer workflows

Turn complex tasks like research, document creation, and file organization into hands-off workflows using Claude app

Use Cowork to automate knowledge work without writing code

Build intuition for choosing between Claude Code and Cowork based on your role, task, and desired level of control.

Know when to use which tool — and how they work together

RAG Explained: The Architecture Behind Agentic AI Systems

Learn the core RAG architecture, why it matters, and how retrieval improves LLM reliability.

Understand the fundamentals of RAG

Understand common RAG patterns and when to use them in copilots, assistants, and agent systems.

Learn the key RAG patterns used in modern AI applications

Learn how teams design production RAG systems including evaluation, latency, and reliability.

Understand how RAG systems are engineered at scale

Prepare yourself for the 2025 AI Job Market

AI Advisor | Data Scientist | Investor | 500k LI Followers

Understand different roles, career paths, & required skills across various organizational settings

Navigate the AI Job Landscape

Evaluate skill-gap for different roles in the AI ecosystem and build a roadmap to upskill & reskill yourself

Upskilling and Reskilling

Optimize your resume, create AI-focused portfolio projects, & and leverage strategic networking to land in-demand roles

Make Yourself Market-Ready

AI careers for non-coders ⚡️

Senior AI Advisor - MSFT | Responsible AI Advisor | Investor | 500k LI Followers

AI is about solving real-world problems, and that starts with learning in-demand practical skills

What skills matter the most in the AI Job Market

Learn how to leverage your industry experience and domain knowledge to land your next opportunity in AI

How your Background makes you an asset

We’ll break down the process of getting started: what tools to explore, roles to aim for, and how to make a transition

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