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AI for Business Decision Makers is a practical, non-technical course designed for business executives and managers to confidently navigate the AI revolution. The program demystifies AI concepts, explains their business applications, and helps decision-makers identify opportunities, assess risks, and guide AI adoption within their organizations. Participants will learn to align AI strategies with business goals, evaluate AI initiatives, and lead teams through data-driven transformation.
To equip business leaders, managers, and decision-makers with the foundational knowledge, frameworks, and tools to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage.
PhD in Computational Mechanics from MIT with 15+ years of experience in Industrial AI. Former Lead Data Scientist at Tesla and current advisor to Fortune 500 manufacturing firms.
Professional Certification Program
To empower leaders with AI literacy for executive decision-making
To foster AI-driven innovation and digital transformation
To prepare businesses for long-term AI competitiveness
To reduce risks and ensure responsible adoption at scale
Chapter 1.1: What is AI? Clarifying the Buzzwords
Chapter 1.2: Core Concepts – Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI
Chapter 1.3: The Evolution and Maturity of AI in Business
Chapter 1.4: Business Functions Transformed by AI (Marketing, Ops, HR, Finance)
Chapter 2.1: Competitive Advantage through AI
Chapter 2.2: Use Case Mapping and Value Assessment
Chapter 2.3: Risks, Hype, and When Not to Use AI
Chapter 2.4: Case Studies – AI Success and Failure in Industry
Chapter 3.1: Framing Business Problems as AI Problems
Chapter 3.2: Estimating Value and ROI for AI Projects
Chapter 3.3: Cost Considerations – Data, People, Platforms
Chapter 3.4: Stakeholder Alignment and Cross-Functional Buy-In
Chapter 4.1: What to Ask Your AI Vendor / Team
Chapter 4.2: Interpreting AI Outputs for Decision-Making
Chapter 4.3: Ethics, Bias, and Compliance in AI Solutions
Chapter 4.4: Choosing Between Build, Buy, or Integrate
Chapter 5.1: Building AI Literacy Across Teams
Chapter 5.2: Change Management for AI Adoption
Chapter 5.3: AI Talent and Operating Models
Chapter 5.4: Data Strategy and Infrastructure Readiness
Chapter 6.1: Trends in AI – Foundation Models, Agents, Automation
Chapter 6.2: Regulating and Governing AI in Business
Chapter 6.3: Roadmapping AI for Long-Term Advantage
Chapter 6.4: Final Strategy Brief – Presenting an AI Plan to Leadership
~Video content aligned with weekly modules
Theme: Understanding the AI Landscape
What Is AI? Clarifying Hype vs. Reality
Key AI Concepts: Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Deep Learning
How AI Is Already Shaping Business Today
The AI Opportunity: Sector-by-Sector Breakdown
Myths and Misconceptions About AI
When Not to Use AI: Avoiding Pitfalls
Case Studies: AI Wins and Failures in Business
Week 1 Summary: Key Terms and Takeaways for Decision Makers
Theme: Designing and Evaluating AI Initiatives
Identifying AI-Applicable Business Problems
Building a Business Case for AI Initiatives
Budgeting for AI: Data, Tools, and Talent
Framing ROI: Cost Savings vs. Strategic Value
Working with AI Vendors and Technical Teams
Evaluating Model Performance Without Technical Jargon
Navigating Ethical, Legal, and Governance Challenges
Week 2 Recap: Executive Scorecard for AI Project Readiness
Theme: Leading AI Transformation
Building AI Readiness Across Your Organization
AI Operating Models: Centralized vs. Federated
Change Management for AI Adoption
Data Strategy as a Pillar for AI
Future of AI: Agents, Automation, and Foundation Models
How to Handle Risk, Regulation, and Compliance
Creating a Long-Term AI Roadmap
Capstone Example: Presenting an AI Strategy to the C-Suite
Title: The Executive’s Guide to AI: Separating Strategy from Hype
Duration: 60 minutes
Focus: Understanding what AI really is (and isn’t), and how to think about it as a business capability
Guest: AI Strategy Consultant / Former Chief Innovation Officer
Interactive: Live use case mapping activity with real company scenarios
Title: From Idea to Investment: Building the AI Business Case
Duration: 75 minutes
Focus: Frameworks for identifying, scoping, and pitching AI initiatives internally
Guest: Corporate Innovation Director / AI Venture Partner
Interactive: Business case design session with live feedback
Title: Leading Responsible AI Transformation
Duration: 90 minutes
Focus: How executives can scale AI responsibly across functions with governance and agility
Guest Panel: Chief Data Officer + Ethics & Compliance Leader + Change Management Expert
Interactive: Executive Q&A and AI roadmap critique based on learner submissions
Business leaders, CXOs, mid-to-senior managers
Entrepreneurs and startup founders
Strategy consultants and corporate planners
No technical or programming background required
Understand the business implications of AI without coding
Identify AI-driven growth and efficiency opportunities
Make informed decisions about AI investments
Drive responsible, data-centric decision-making
Bridge business goals with AI capabilities
Fee: INR 21499 USD 249
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Innovation or Digital Transformation Manager
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