Take your AI knowledge from awareness to action. This advanced course is designed for leaders and decision-makers who are ready to move beyond understanding what AI can do and start making it work in their organisations. Each of the 12 sessions blends expert instruction with real-world case studies and hands-on exercises. You won't just learn frameworks; you'll apply them to your own organisational context, building out your AI implementation strategy piece by piece as the programme progresses.
COURSE LENGTH:
COURSE STRUCTURE:
- AI Transformation Readiness
- Value Identification and Business Case Development
- AI Governance Framework Design
- Technology Selection and Vendor Evaluation
- Data Strategy and Infrastructure
- Implementation Roadmap Development
- Change Management and Organisational Design
- Workforce Transformation and Skills Development
- Ethics, Trust, and Responsible AI
- Performance Measurement and KPIs
- Risks Management and Compliance
- Final Integration Workshop
STUDY OPTIONS:
Part Time
1 x 3 hour live online evening class per week over 12 weeks.
SUMMARY:
Embark on an educational journey that will demystify the complexities of artificial intelligence, offering you a comprehensive understanding of its real-world applications, ethical considerations, and societal impact. This course will help you identify your AI readiness and help you build a business case development plan to incorporate AI. You will gain insights that are both broad and deep, equipping you with the skills to make informed decisions and contribute to significant projects in your field.
Like all Professional Academy courses, you will have the opportunity to apply the learnings of the course in real-world scenarios. A final integration workshop will bring every element of your strategy together into a single, cohesive, executive-ready AI implementation plan. You’ll engage with key ethical dilemmas, discover how AI can transform operational efficiency, and investigate the latest in AI governance and decision-making.
As AI transforms every sector and industry, it is becoming a non-negotiable skill set. Ambitious professionals need to understand the role of AI across society as well as how to adapt and change in an AI-driven business environment. Whether you’re in HR, operations, or the C-suite, the insights from this course will help you to broaden your horizons and lead the way in a world where AI is becoming integral to business operations.
Learners taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journal articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
This course serves as a catalyst for career advancement across multiple sectors. AI concepts are increasingly becoming a non-negotiable skill set - not just in tech roles but also for leadership and strategy positions. By delving deeper into AI’s multifaceted applications in business, ethical considerations, and governance, you’ll gain the sort of specialised knowledge that sets you apart in the job market. Whether you’re an Operations Manager aiming to enhance efficiency, a Policy Advisor navigating the regulatory landscape, or a Marketing Executive leveraging AI for customer engagement, mastering the complexities of AI will make you an invaluable asset to any organisation.
ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
This course is assessed through an Action Learning Log (25%) and a final report (75%).
The Action Learning Log demonstrates your ability to critically reflect on course concepts and apply them meaningfully within your organisational context.
The final assignment is a capstone project that encapsulates your learning throughout the course. It consists of a Final AI Implementation Strategy, a comprehensive, executive-ready strategic plan that integrates all components covered during the course.
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You’ll also be able to add the certification to your LinkedIn profile to demonstrate your achievement to your network as well as recruiters and potential employers searching for individuals with your skills and experience.
This course is not on the National Framework of Qualifications.
LEARNER PROFILE:
This course is for professionals seeking to delve deeper into AI’s impact on business. You may be a CEO, Business Strategist, HR Manager, or someone who works in innovation or digitalisation. Whether you’re looking to leverage AI for business growth, implement it operationally, or understand its societal and ethical implications, this course aims to deepen your knowledge and skills. This course is designed to continue the learning from our Professional Academy Diploma in Artificial Intelligence for Business; it would therefore suit people who possess broad foundational knowledge of the subject and an acquaintance with AI’s core concepts, terminology, and role in digital transformation.
