Upskilling for the Future of Business IT: Spring 1

AI Ready equips you to make informed decisions, lead responsibly, and operate effectively in AI-enabled organizations.

Founder, C4G | White House Alum

The White House

Capital One

Ford Motor Company

Fiserv

FINRA

John Tanner

20+ years shaping Business IT across Federal, Finance, and Fortune 100s

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Stay relevant. Stay valuable. Build the skills that today’s AI-driven businesses need. AI is reshaping the world of work. Roles are evolving. New tools are transforming how decisions are made. Automation is shifting responsibilities. Cloud costs are driving tough priorities. Security risks are accelerating. Businesses across industries are adapting fast, and they need professionals who can grow with this change. If you are unsure how to stay ahead or where your skills fit next, you are not alone. You already have valuable experience, and this course connects that experience to what businesses need today. Built on the proven 10 Dimensions of Enterprise AI Readiness, this program gives you a clear understanding of how AI is driving change in business IT and provides a direct path to strengthen your value and career potential in this new environment. What You’ll Get From This Course ⦿&nbsp;A Clear Understanding of How AI is Changing Business ITYou will experience a practical breakdown of how AI, automation, cloud, and modern IT practices are transforming business, and how it connects to what you already know. ⦿&nbsp;A Roadmap to Stay Relevant and In-DemandYou will stop chasing trends and start seeing where your experience fits, where you can add the most value, and how to target your growth. You will leave with a clear, personal roadmap to guide your next steps. ⦿&nbsp;Skills That Move You ForwardModern business IT is not just about new tools, it is about adaptability, insight, and contribution. You will build confidence to engage with AI-enabled teams, lead smarter conversations, and make decisions that matter. ⦿&nbsp;Grounding in the 10 Dimensions of Enterprise AI ReadinessThis is not a generic trends course. It is built around a proven framework that organizations are using to drive real AI adoption. You will learn how to connect your skills to these dimensions, so you can contribute where businesses need it most. ⦿&nbsp;Learn With a Supportive CommunityYou are not doing this alone. Through live sessions, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises, you will learn alongside professionals who are on the same journey. Together, you will build clarity, confidence, and community. By the end of this course, you will know how to stay valuable, stay relevant, and take charge of your career in an AI-driven future.

Future-Proof Your Career with AI Readiness for Professionals


Mid-career professionals adapting to AI-driven business environments

Managers and team leads needing to understand modern IT and AI to lead well

Individuals entering or re-entering the workforce seeking up-to-date AI readiness

Who is this course for

What you’ll get out of this course

Gain clear, practical insights into how these forces are reshaping the way businesses operate and compete.

Understand how AI, IT automation, DevOps, FinOps, cybersecurity, and data analytics are transforming modern Business IT


Identify your strengths and growth areas, and create a personalized roadmap aligned to today’s Business IT needs.

Assess your current skills and build a focused upskilling plan


See how companies are using AI, automation, and cloud strategies to drive results, and learn how to apply these insights in your own work.

Apply real-world case studies to connect trends to business outcomes


Learn how modern Business IT connects across IT, finance, security, and operations, and build the skills to lead and contribute in these integrated environments.

Develop cross-discipline collaboration skills


Ground your learning in a proven framework that businesses use to guide AI adoption, giving you a strategic edge in your career development.

Leverage the 10 Dimensions of Enterprise AI Readiness


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Course syllabus

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Join interactive, instructor-led sessions where we break down key concepts, discuss real-world applications, and work through challenges together. Expect a mix of guided learning, open Q&amp;A, and hands-on exercises to help you apply what you’ve learned.

Live Sessions

Drop in for live office hours to get personalized guidance, ask questions, and connect with peers.

Office Hours

Apply what you learn through hands-on projects, case studies, and skill-building exercises designed to help you gain confidence and real-world experience.

Weekly projects

Get lifetime access to all future course material updates. Stay current, even as Business IT continues to evolve in the years to come.

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Course schedule

No passive lectures—just real-world skills, live discussions, and hands-on projects to help you apply what you learn immediately.

Hands-On, Practical Learning

Work alongside peers in live exercises, sharing insights, solving challenges, and learning from real-world experiences.

Learn by Doing, Together

Join a community of IT leaders, career changers, and professionals committed to growing together.

A Network That Supports You

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