AI Automations & Custom GPTs for Business Professionals
2 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Automate redundant tasks and boost efficiency with AI automations and custom GPTs. Live cohort, hands-on frameworks, instant ROI.
AI Automations & Custom GPTs for Business Professionals
2 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Automate redundant tasks and boost efficiency with AI automations and custom GPTs. Live cohort, hands-on frameworks, instant ROI.
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Course overview
From AI-Curious to AI-Confident in 2 Weeks
By the end of this course, you’ll shift from “AI-curious” to “AI-confident” ready to spot high-impact opportunities, craft precise AI prompts, and build your own intelligent helpers. You’ll move from wondering “What if?” to actually launching a custom AI assistant (your very own Generative Pretrained Transformer) that tackles a real business task, plus a no-code workflow in automation tool that runs on autopilot
Here’s the real value you’ll walk away with:
Hands-on frameworks. You’ll master a clear step-by-step task-analysis method (A.S.K. framework: Automate, Share with AI, Keep from AI) so every project you tackle has a proven roadmap.
Your own AI assistant. We’ll guide you through fine-tuning a custom Generative Pretrained Transformer on your data or instructions—no code required—so you end up with an intelligent helper that actually solves a problem you care about.
A live automation you can use today. Using Make.com, you’ll connect your new AI assistant to real systems (email, spreadsheets, Slack, whatever you choose) so it runs on its own—freeing you up to focus on strategic work.
All of this happens in a supportive, small-group cohort where you receive personalized feedback and leave with assets you can plug directly into your role or business from Day One
***Accreditation & Credits:***
• Earn 1.0 Graduate Level Extension Credit from the University of San Diego.
• Qualifies for up to 10 credit hours toward your Association for Talent Development (ATD) APTD and CPTD renewal.
Required Tools
1. AI Tools
- - ChatGPT (Pro Plan Recommended)
- - OpenAI API Access
2. Automation Platforms
- - Zapier (Free or Starter Plan)
- - Make.com (Free or Core Plan)
3. Productivity & Integration Tools
- - Google Account (Free)
- - Slack or Microsoft Teams (Optional)
4. Social Media Tools
- - LinkedIn, Facebook Page, X (Twitter), Instagram
- - Buffer (Free Plan or Trial)
5. Design & Collaboration Tools
- - Loom (Free Plan)
Who is this course for
01
Non-technical business leaders who want to harness AI’s power without writing a single line of code.
02
Operations and process champions eager to automate repetitive tasks and free up time for strategic work.
03
Entrepreneurs and small-business owners looking for practical AI tools—your own custom assistant and no-code workflows—to drive real growth
Prerequisites
Curiosity & Growth Mindset
Be open to experimenting and learning from “happy accidents.”
Business Context
Have clarity on a real workflow or problem you want to improve
Basic Computer Comfort
Able to install apps, navigate web tools, and manage files
What you’ll get out of this course
Identify AI Automation Opportunities
You will identify and prioritize three high-impact tasks in your work or business, then map each to a clear, actionable plan for AI-driven execution.
Write Prompts With Precisions
You’ll craft and refine prompts that consistently generate on-target results, improving output quality by a measurable 30–50% over generic queries.
Create Custom AI Assistants
You’ll design, train, and launch an AI assistant tailored to a real business need—ready to handle at least one end-to-end task (e.g., drafting reports, summarizing data, answering FAQs).
Build End-to-End Automations
You’ll build a fully operational workflow that runs without manual intervention—cutting your chosen task’s time by at least 40% and freeing you up for strategic work.
AI Automation Capstone
You’ll deliver a polished 5–7 minute video presentation demonstrating your solution’s business impact, backed by expected before-and-after metrics.
What’s included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Almira Roldan, CAIO & Leah Manoni, CAEGP in a real-time, interactive format.
Practical Automations & AI Assistants Built By YOU
You will build your own automations and custom GPTs that you can take to work with you to showcase the art of the possible
Earn Graduate Level Extension Credits
Earn 1.0 Graduate Level Extension Credit from the University of San Diego.
Earn ATD CPTD & APTD Renewal Credits
Qualifies for up to 10 credit hours toward your APTD and CPTD
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
Course syllabus
6 live sessions • 11 lessons • 4 projects
Week 1
Jul
29
Day 1 Virtual Instructor-led Session (3.5 hours)
Tue 7/2910:00 PM—1:30 AM (UTC)Jul
30
Day 2: Live Instructor-led Session (3.5 hrs)
Wed 7/3010:00 PM—1:30 AM (UTC)Jul
31
Day 3: Live Instructor-Led Session (3.5 hrs)
Thu 7/3110:00 PM—1:30 AM (UTC)
Day 1: Designing Workflows, Custom GPTs, and Automations (3.5 hours)
Day 2: Advanced Workflows with Make.com and API-Powered Automation (3.5 hrs)
Day 3: Troubleshooting, Tool Expansion, and Capstone Launch (3.5 hrs)
Class PowerPoints & Links
Week 2
Aug
4
Office Hours
Mon 8/47:00 PM—8:00 PM (UTC)Aug
6
Office Hours
Wed 8/67:00 PM—8:00 PM (UTC)Aug
7
Office Hours
Thu 8/77:00 PM—8:00 PM (UTC)
Office Hours
Post-course
Capstone Due: 8/8/2025
What people are saying
Student
Evan Chauvette
Meet your instructor
Almira Roldan, CAIO
Myra Roldan has spent the last twelve years architecting end-to-end AI services, automations, workflows, and systems, from advising Fortune 500 teams on AI strategy to building turnkey AI pipelines that drive measurable ROI. As Founder & CEO of UnDesto AI and author of five AI-focused books, she combines hands-on expertise with a proven framework for identifying business opportunities, mitigating risk, and scaling AI solutions. In this course, Myra will guide you through every phase, spotting high-impact use cases, designing robust task-analysis maps, and deploying production-ready AI assistants, so you leave not just knowing the theory, but owning real assets you can implement immediately.
PhD, DBA, CAIO, CAEGP
Career highlights
Former Amazon Program Lead: Seven years designing and scaling high-impact products and processes in AI, ML, Cloud Computing
MIT Professional AI Certification: Rigorous training in advanced machine learning, ethics, and AI governance.
Certified Chief AI Officer (CCAIO): One of the first professionals globally to hold this advanced certification.
Founder & CEO of UnDesto AI™: Leading a boutique consultancy that guides organizations from AI strategy to full-scale implementation.
Author of Five AI-Focused Books: Including L.E.A.D. the Shift and The Curious Case of ChatterBotGPT, with over 20 years in tech writing.
Award Winning AI Leader. Recipient of two 2024 Stevie Awards for Most Innovative Women in AI and in Tech. ATD Outstanding Professional 2025
Leah Manoni, CAEGP
Leah Manoni is the engine behind every AI-powered solution at UnDesto AI®, She’s designed and deployed internal AI agents, built robust automation pipelines that save teams hundreds of hours each month, and fine-tuned custom GPTs on our proprietary processes to deliver razor-sharp insights. With her deep expertise in no-code platforms and full-stack development, she’ll guide you step-by-step through creating your own AI assistant and end-to-end workflow, ensuring you leave the course with practical, production-ready tools you can immediately apply in your role or business.
Certified AI Ethics and Governance Pro
Career highlights
Head of Operations at UnDesto AI® – Oversees day-to-day operations, client engagements, and ensures seamless delivery of AI solutions acros
Certified AI Ethics & Governance Professional (CAEGP)® – Holds a rigorous certification in AI ethics, risk mitigation, and compliance frame
Founder of BrightAgent LLC – Built a digital marketing agency that optimized Google My Business and local SEO for over 500 real-estate agen
Full-Stack App Engineer & 3D Artist – Combines coding prowess with design skills to build intuitive user experiences and visualizations for
Published Thought Leader – Author of articles on AI strategy and business profile optimization, translating complex AI concepts into action
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AI Automations & Custom GPTs for Business Professionals
Course schedule
10-12 hours per week
Week 1: Live, Virtual, Instructor-led sessions
Mon-Wed-Thur 6 pm - 9:30 pm EST
Week 1 kicks off with three live virtual sessions that are fully interactive and hands-on, where you’ll learn and apply proven frameworks, best practices, and working AI solutions you can deploy immediately at work.
Week 2: Office Hours & Capstone
Office Hours Tues-Wed-Thur | Times TBD
Week Two is all about your real-world capstone: you’ll spend the week automating a business workflow and perfecting your solution. We’ll host 90-minute office-hour slots you can sign up for, drop in to get unstuck, troubleshoot, and refine your project before submission
Capstone
9 days to complete | Due August 2, 2025
You’ll have 9 full days—from Thursday (the day after our final session) through the following Fridayto polish and submit your capstone.
Learning is better with cohorts
Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams
Learn with a cohort of peers
Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you
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