Leading organisations in a digital era

Course objectives AI for Executives

What you will learn:

• Comprehensive AI Training:
  Dive deep into the fundamentals and advanced concepts of artificial intelligence.
• Strategic Frameworks:
  Learn how to integrate AI into your business strategy to foster innovation and efficiency.
• Expert Insights:
  Gain knowledge from leading AI experts and industry pioneers.
• Real-World Applications:
  Explore case studies and practical applications of AI in various industries.
• AI and Design Thinking for Innovation:
  Applied learning on Design Thinking methodology to boost your new product and service innovation.

Course objectives Strategic Leadership

• Have a conceptual and practical understanding of strategic leadership
• Have acquired and improve the necessary skills for achieving impact
• Acquired deeper insight underlying concepts, mechanisms and dynamics, as well as in your own personal leadership style, and its effectiveness in typical situations
• Learned how strategic leadership works out in the practice of day-to-day organisational performance, in the organisations culture
• Learned how your own personal leadership behavior has impact on others, and how to use advanced influence techniques effectively

Course objectives Change Management

• You will be equipped with the managerial skills and capabilities to lead organisational change processes.
• You will have the insight to take the decisions on the directions of change.
• You will emerge from the programme with the skills and confidence to guide your organisation successfully through challenging transitions.

Course topics AI for Executives

Each week, the participants will have a virtual coach session. Each module will close with a small assignment and a final assignment at the end of the training. The following topics are part of the programme:

• Explore AI Fundamentals: Gain a solid foundation in AI technologies, including machine learning, neural networks, and generative AI.
• Understand AI Integration: Learn how to effectively integrate AI into your organization’s operations and strategy.
• Analyze Case Studies: Study how leading companies and startups are successfully leveraging AI for innovation and efficiency.
• Develop Strategic Plans: Create actionable plans to implement AI-driven initiatives in your organization.
• Engage with Experts: Interact with AI experts and thought leaders to gain valuable insights and guidance.
• AI Powered Innovation: Design Thinking for New Products and Services Workshop

Course topics Strategic Leadership

• Introduction to strategic thinking
• Analysis of external developments and internal organisation characteristics and capabilities
• Mission, vision and strategic goals as part of the strategic framework
• Strategy as the ‘grand plan’ to realise objectives
• Strategy implementation and monitoring
• The role of leadership in strategy planning and implementation

Course topics Change Management

• Perspectives on change management
• Diagnostic tools
• Change strategies
• Resistance to change and how to handle
• The role of leadership in organisational change
• Change and organisational culture

Teaching methods

This programme is structured to provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights. Through a combination of expert lectures, interactive sessions, and real-world case studies. This programme involves an interactive learning approach, in which the participant is stimulated to move beyond his/her own organisation or industry sector. 

Your profile

This programme is designed for business leaders, executives, and managers who want to deepen their understanding of the latest AI advancements and trends. It provides a comprehensive exploration of how AI can be leveraged to drive innovation and efficiency within organisations. Participants will develop strategic frameworks for implementing AI solutions, enhancing their leadership skills to manage AI-driven transformations effectively. The programme is also highly relevant for executives responsible for strategic planning and change management, HR professionals, consultants, and lecturers working in these areas, offering them valuable insights and practical tools to lead in an AI-driven world.

Certificate

Each participant receives a certificate of participation. 
This certificate is being awarded as evidence of participation in a post-graduate training at indicative level 6 or 7 of the EQF. The minimum study load is 14 hours and an attendance level of 80% is required. This certificate is being awarded in the form of a soft copy when the training is online or a hard copy during a face-to-face training. The certificate will mention your full name, training title, training date and comprising core topics. 
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