Unlock the power of AI in your everyday work with this practical, beginner-friendly course. In this course, you’ll gain a solid foundation in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and machine learning,with no technical background required. Learn how to leverage AI tools to boost productivity, automate tasks, enhance creativity, and make smarter business decisions. Through hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and interactive sessions, you'll develop the confidence to integrate AI into your daily work. Whether you're looking to streamline your work, improve efficiency, or stay competitive in the AI-powered future, this course will equip you with the essential skills to succeed.
Learning Goals:
COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1
Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
This foundational module introduces participants to the world of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI. Learners explore key definitions, how AI differs from traditional computing, and the transformative potential of AI across industries. Through real-world examples and hands-on use of tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, participants begin applying AI for research and writing, while gaining a deeper understanding of AI’s role in modern workplaces.
Module 1: Introduction to AI & Generative AI (4 hours)
Objective: Understand the basics of AI and its applications.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Use Cases & Discussion
4. Activities and Exercises: (30 mins)
To help participants understand how AI can assist in conducting research and writing tasks tailored to different roles within an organization. This exercise builds familiarity with prompt writing, analyzing AI-generated outputs, and aligning AI responses to workplace needs.
DAY 2
Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
In this module, participants discover how AI can be used to automate repetitive tasks and optimize workflows. The focus is on practical tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT for generating emails, reports, presentations, and analyzing data. By learning how to embed AI into daily routines, learners gain immediate, actionable skills to boost efficiency and focus on higher-value work.
Module 2: Boosting Productivity with AI
Objective: Learn how to integrate AI into every Module task.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Use Cases & Discussion
4. Activities and Exercises: (30 mins)
In this exercise, participants discover how AI can be used to automate repetitive tasks and optimize workflow, focusing on tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini for generating emails, reports, presentations, and analyzing data.
DAY 3
Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
This module offers a beginner-friendly introduction to the concepts of machine learning and neural networks. Participants explore how machine learning powers many AI applications, from recommendation engines to intelligent chatbots. The module emphasizes how these tools can be used in real business settings like marketing, finance, and customer service, with exercises designed to demonstrate AI's ability to support smarter decisions.
Module 3: AI & Machine Learning Basics
Objective: Understand the core concepts of machine learning.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Use Cases & Discussion
4. Activities and Exercises: (30 mins)
Participants explore AI support and collaboration for Sales and Marketing Activities. The module emphasizes how these tools can be used in real business settings like sales and marketing, with exercises designed to demonstrate AI's support and collaboration to improve productivity. Participants enter prompts into ChatGPT or Gemini and observe how the tools respond. They will refine their prompts at least once to improve the relevance and depth of the answer (introducing basic prompt engineering skills).
DAY 4
(Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
Focusing on the creative potential of AI, this module equips participants with techniques to use AI as a partner in brainstorming, content creation, and solving challenges. Learners practice prompt engineering and content generation for marketing, video, and even music creation. Ethical considerations around creative use of AI are also explored, encouraging responsible innovation in communication and design tasks.
Module 4: AI-Powered Creativity & Problem-Solving
Objective: Explore how AI can enhance creativity at work.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Use Cases & Discussion
4. Activities and Exercises: (30 mins)
In this interactive activity, participants will explore how AI can support creative workflows by generating scripts, creating short videos, and composing background music. The session begins with participants using tools like
DAY 5
Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
This module emphasizes the importance of ethical and responsible AI use in the workplace. Participants learn to identify potential risks, biases, and security concerns associated with AI-generated content. Real-world examples and exercises highlight data privacy, risk mitigation, and the development of safe, transparent AI practices that align with organizational values and compliance standards.
Module 5: AI Ethics, Risks & Responsible Use
Objective: Learn ethical AI usage and risk management.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Use Cases & Discussion
4. Activities and Exercises: (30 mins)
In this activity, participants will engage in a guided exploration of the ethical and legal implications of using AI in the workplace, specifically focusing on data privacy and security risks. Using realistic workplace scenarios and AI-generated outputs, learners will work in small groups to identify potential vulnerabilities, such as sharing sensitive information in prompts, relying on unsecured third-party tools, or exposing proprietary data to external AI models. Each group will analyze one scenario (e.g., HR using AI for resume screening or marketing using AI to draft personalized emails) and highlight where personal data might be unintentionally disclosed or misused. Participants will then complete a brief checklist to evaluate the security and privacy safeguards of common AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot. The session will wrap with a collaborative discussion on responsible data handling, including best practices and real-world compliance guidelines (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, or Canadian PIPEDA), empowering participants to use AI tools ethically and safely within their roles.
DAY 6
Instructor-Led Theory (4 hours)
Instructor-Led Activities & Exercises (30 minutes)
The final module brings together the course’s key concepts, with a forward-looking view on how AI is shaping the future of work. Topics include AI-driven leadership, industry-specific applications in HR, finance, and marketing, and emerging trends. Participants explore tools for project management and discuss strategies for continuous AI learning, ensuring they leave prepared to embrace ongoing innovation in their roles.
Module 6: Applying AI in Business & Future Trends
Objective: Gain insights into AI’s future and real-world business applications.
1. Theory & Concepts
2. Application Examples
3. Final Discussion
Fee per participant: $1,500 (ask about 80% subsidy)
Certificate awarded: AI for Professionals Mastery Certificate
Andrea Pierce has an MBA with a concentration in Technology Management and a Masters certificate in Leadership and is a an accredited professional in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design in Building Design and Construction (LEED AP BD+C) with US Green Building Council, a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) with the Association of Energy Engineers, a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Risk Management Professional (CRM_IIPER).
Andrea is a social entrepreneur and CEO of ImmigrantsCAN Global Services providing businesses and technology support to non-profit and social enterprises particularly those with a Focus on Immigrants. With a proven track record of managing budgets up to $750 million USD, Andrea is an award-winning Innovative and Strategic Business leader with a focus on technology. She has developed a deep knowledge and use of Artificial Intelligence including training on strategy and integration of AI for non-profits and social enterprises in an ethical manner. Highlights of her techology experience includes leading many firsts, World’s first IEEE compliant Green Button App Implementation with MARS which garnered London Hydro (LH) the White House invitation to participate in 2014 Energy Datapalooza highlighting Innovators harnessing the power of data to build the clean energy economy. Andrea ideated and created the world's first outage customer notification subscription system by SMS, social media, email, or phone. This work garnered LH an award for Innovation in Digital Customer Engagement which recognizes high tech, innovative or technologically complex projects in the prestigious CS Week Expanding Excellence Awards. She also delivered the first U.S. City implementation of President Obama Open Data initiative “Open SF” and the first Clinton Climate Initiative clean energy and clean tech project delivered at the City of San Francisco. She led the creation of the processes and implementation of the first fully solar development in Northern California for PG&E. She developed the award winning SFPUC Knowledge and Learning management strategy and system that was a finalist in the Global Awards for Excellence in Business Process Modeling (BPM) and case study published in BPM Excellence in Practice. Her work on the Black Entrepreneur Ecosystem Mapping (BEEM) platform at Carleton University, Sprott School of Business is a first of its kind initiative winning 2024 AACSB Innovations that Inspire award, recognizing forward-thinking solutions to business and societal challenges.
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