From Basics to Breakthroughs:

A hands-on generative AI course for Executives and Innovation Leaders

Learning designed for curious leaders

In 2023, ChatGPT disrupted businesses across industries. Suddenly, generative AI became a household term, discussed by board members and employees alike.

It also created a lot of questions for business leaders to answer. Executives and innovative leaders have questions about business value, risk, and implementation. They’re expected to know the answers but haven’t had the time to learn it all.

Innovation leadership is essential for generative AI transformation. This hands-on course is designed to help leaders like you understand the opportunities and risks of generative AI to drive innovation and create enterprise value.

Gain perspective, strategy, and confidence when speaking about generative AI. Our course helps leaders:

  • Understand the basics of generative AI and its potential for driving innovation

  • Develop a comprehensive strategy for implementing generative AI that aligns with your organization's goals and competitive landscape

  • Identify high-impact use cases for generative AI across the enterprise, from product development to customer experience

  • Dive into hands-on exercises and case studies that demonstrate how to apply generative AI in real-world business scenarios

  • Learn how to stay informed about the latest developments in generative AI and integrate these insights into your ongoing innovation strategy

Course schedule

Session 1

  • Introduction to Generative AI: Definition, history, and current state of the field

  • Generative AI in the Enterprise: Challenges and opportunities for leveraging AI in business

  • The Value Creation Framework: Defining and measuring enterprise value

  • Hands-on: Generative AI tools for your industry

Session 3

  • Developing an AI Strategy: Aligning AI initiatives with business objectives

  • Building an AI-Powered Organization: Structures, processes, and capabilities for AI adoption

  • Generative AI Use Cases: Exploring AI applications across the enterprise value chain

  • Staying informed: Learning, exploring, and experimenting post-course

Session 2

  • Hands-on: Experimenting with generative AI tools and platforms

  • Case Studies: Examining successful AI implementations in different industries

  • Ethics and Governance: Addressing issues of fairness, accountability, and transparency

  • Career Development: Positioning yourself for success in the age of AI

What to mix and match topics?

Customize the course based on your audience needs.

Throughout the course, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to lead your organization forward in the age of generative AI. Whether you're a business executive, innovation strategist, or entrepreneur, this course will provide you with the tools you need to create value and stay ahead of the curve.

Taught with experience and engagement.

Nicolle Merrill has six years of building AI products for HR and fintech products, working across design, product, data science and engineering teams. Prior to working in AI, Nicolle was Associate Director of Career Services at Yale School of Management where she worked with international MBAs and executives.

Nicolle’s unique approach to teaching ensures participants understand the business context of generative AI over the technical details. Nicolle takes a holistic approach to understanding generative AI in business by diving into use cases, implementation, communication strategies, upskilling teams, and risk management.

She loves a curious audience.

FAQs

  • Each section is 3 hours. Sections can be delivered over the course of weeks or days.

  • No. But it’s helpful to have some knowledge of the generative AI landscape before starting. Check out our Generative AI primer for executives.

  • Our courses are only available through partner universities at the moment. We are currently developing an online course for individuals.

  • Yes. Our course is hosted in a virtual environment with built in engagement activities, breaks, and discussion. We aim to engage, not bore.

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