“Understanding what AI can do and how it fits into your strategy is the beginning, not the end, of that process.” - Andrew Ng, Co-founder of Coursera and Google Brain

Enhanced Understanding of AI Technologies

You will gain a deep understanding of AI technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics. You will learn how these technologies work and how they can be applied in various business contexts.

You will transition from having a basic or superficial understanding of AI to becoming knowledgeable about the complexities and potential applications of AI technologies.

Strategic Decision-Making Skills

The course will teach you how to leverage AI for strategic decision-making, including the use of data analytics to drive business insights and decisions.

You will move from traditional decision-making methods to data-driven decision-making, improving your ability to make informed, strategic choices that enhance business performance.

According to McKinsey & Company organizations that are high performers in AI, defined as those where at least 20% of EBIT in 2022 was attributable to AI use, are significantly ahead in AI adoption. These companies use AI broadly across business functions, particularly in product and service development, risk management, and HR functions like performance management and organization design.

Leadership and Innovation

You will explore how to lead teams effectively in an AI-driven environment, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

You will develop from conventional leadership approaches to becoming leaders who can inspire and manage AI-driven projects and initiatives, promoting innovation within your organizations.

“AI is a very significant opportunity – if used in a responsible way. Our future competitiveness depends on AI adoption in our daily businesses.” - Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission:

Ethical and Responsible AI Use

The course will cover the ethical implications of AI, including issues related to bias, transparency, and accountability.

You will evolve from being aware of AI’s ethical challenges to being able to implement and advocate for ethical AI practices within your organizations.

Practical Application of AI Tools

You will get hands-on experience with AI tools that support various business functions such as customer engagement, HR, and project management.

You will shift from theoretical knowledge to practical skills, enabling them to implement AI tools and technologies effectively in your daily operations.

Cisco AI Readiness Index shows that only 14% of companies are fully prepared to deploy and leverage AI, categorized as "Pacesetters". Conversely, 52% are classified as "Laggards" (unprepared) or "Followers" (limited preparedness). Additionally, 73% of organizations either have a highly defined AI strategy in place or are developing one.

AI Integration Strategies

The course will teach strategies for integrating AI into business processes, including change management and aligning AI initiatives with business goals.

You will transition from conceptual understanding to being able to create and execute a strategic plan for AI integration within your organizations.