AI Skills Accelerator for IT, Digital and Enterprise Systems Professionals

This AI Skills Accelerator for IT, Digital and Enterprise Systems Professionals is ideal for forward-thinking professionals and organizations committed to leading in the rapidly changing landscape of AI-driven technology and business:   

Technical professionals: 

• Developers, system architects, IT infrastructure specialists and cybersecurity analysts who need practical, hands-on experience in AI implementation, integration and advanced system design. 

• Professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in areas such as data literacy, machine learning, real-time threat detection and advanced cyber defense strategies using AI. 

• IT staff seeking to apply AI concepts and tools to real-world business processes and organizational challenges, progressing from foundational knowledge to mastery-level competencies. 

• Individuals looking for flexible, stackable learning options that allow rapid upskilling while balancing full-time work commitments, with micro-courses that can be completed in one to two weeks. 

Non-technical professionals:  

• Managers, executives and decision-makers who must understand AI’s strategic, ethical and governance implications to lead digital transformation initiatives and make informed IT decisions.
• Organizational leaders responsible for integrating AI-driven decision-making into strategic planning, risk management and process optimization.
• Support staff and business professionals involved in the oversight or implementation of AI projects, who require foundational knowledge of AI concepts, governance frameworks and ethical considerations.
• Those interested in developing competencies in AI policy, risk management and the societal impact of AI technologies, with pathways designed to progress from introductory to advanced levels. 

Additional audiences: 

• Teams or entire IT organizations seeking customized group training or tailored delivery to align with organizational goals and industry-specific needs.
• Professionals at any stage of their AI journey-from those just starting to explore AI fundamentals to those aiming to achieve mastery in specialized domains such as AI governance or cybersecurity.
• Individuals who value a flexible, online learning environment with live expert-led sessions, ensuring both accessibility and engagement. 

The program comprises of a series of micro-courses which align with specific competencies ensuring learners develop AI-related expertise that is both practical and industry-relevant.  

There are seven core tracks, each made up of two to three micro-courses that progressively build toward different levels of proficiency. The micro-courses in each track are designed to be taken in sequence, as each one builds on the last. 

The program is currently in development with AI Foundations: Introduction to AI Concepts and Tools (AFN 10) launching in fall 2025.  

Students choose the micro-courses they want to take based on their role, interests and/or desired proficiency. Below are some examples of pathways for different roles.  

• Managerial pathway: Focus on strategy, governance, data and foundational technical awareness for IT managers, project coordinators, product managers, etc.  

• Technical pathway: Emphasizes hands-on AI, automation, integration and security for software developers, data engineers, cybersecurity analysts, IT support staff, etc.   

• Senior leadership pathway: Focus on strategies, governance, advanced decision-making and broad AI literacy for CIOs, senior IT leaders, etc.