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Track 1A

AI Foundations for Professionals

Build AI awareness and empower non-technical professionals to confidently use AI tools in their daily work.

Duration
12-14 weeks
Courses
4
Format
Live Cohort

🎯 Ideal For

Managers & Team Leads
HR & Marketing Teams
Finance Professionals
Educators
Operations Teams

Course Curriculum

This track includes 4 comprehensive courses

Flexible Learning: You can take any course individually or complete the entire track to earn the Certified AI-Powered Professional.

1

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Everyone

Understand what AI is, how it works, and how it impacts your role and industry.

Key Topics:

  • Core Concepts: What are AI, ML, and automation
  • Real-World Examples: AI in action (email filters, chatbots)
  • Myths vs. Realities: Debunk common AI misconceptions
  • Business Impact: Effect on jobs, productivity, and future models
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PROJECT / OUTCOME
Clearly articulate what AI is and identify its application and value in your role
2

Everyday AI Tools & Prompt Engineering

Master general-purpose AI assistants and learn to communicate effectively with them to get accurate, high-quality results.

Key Topics:

  • Tool Basics: ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Notion AI, Claude, Perplexity AI, Grammarly (AI)
  • Effective Prompting: Roles, context, clear instructions, prompt chaining, zero/few-shot prompting
  • Daily Tasks: Summarizing, drafting, brainstorming, presentations, data analysis, meeting transcription, code generation/debugging, image generation
  • Responsible AI Use: Verifying outputs, maintaining privacy, ethical use, identifying AI-generated content, mitigating bias, data security
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PROJECT / OUTCOME
Create a personalized prompt library ("cookbook") tailored to your specific job function and most common tasks
3

AI-Powered Productivity

Explore specialized AI tools and build smart workflows to boost your productivity.

Key Topics:

  • Specialized Tools: GrammarlyGO, Elicit, Perplexity, Tome, Gamma, Claude, Otter.ai, Motion, GitHub Copilot
  • Spreadsheet AI: Excel and Google Sheets AI features, data cleaning, formula generation, basic data analysis automation
  • Smart Workflows: Combining multiple AI tools, prompt chaining, automating repetitive tasks, building "AI agents"
  • Data Analysis & Visualization: AI within Google Sheets or Python for insights and chart generation
  • Automation & Integration: Zapier or Make to connect AI tools into automated productivity pipelines
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PROJECT / OUTCOME
Automate a repetitive weekly task (e.g., report summary or content brief) using a combination of AI tools
4

Responsible AI & Data Privacy

Learn to use AI ethically and understand data privacy implications.

Key Topics:

  • Data & Training: How AI systems learn and process data
  • Bias & Fairness: Understanding and mitigating AI bias
  • Safe Usage: Guidelines for ethical workplace AI use
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PROJECT / OUTCOME
Understand responsible AI use within organizational policies
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Complete the Track, Earn Your Certification

Finish all 4 courses in this track to receive:

Certified AI-Powered Professional

This industry-recognized certification validates your skills and demonstrates your expertise in ai foundations for professionals to employers and clients.

Note: Individual courses do not include certification. Complete the full track to earn your certificate.

What You'll Get

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Live Cohort Sessions

Learn with peers in scheduled live sessions with real-time interaction

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Hands-On Projects

Build real-world applications with expert guidance and feedback

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After-Class Discussion

Continue learning with dedicated Q&A and peer collaboration

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Expert Feedback

Receive personalized feedback on all your projects and assignments

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