AI for Decision-Makers – 4-Hour Express Format
Description
Intensive, accessible express training designed for executives, managers, and team leaders who want to understand AI without technical jargon and learn how to effectively integrate it into their organization’s strategy.
In just 4 hours, this module will enable you to:
• Gain a clear and informed vision for better decision-making
• Clearly articulate why you want to integrate AI
• Create an actionable brief for your teams
• Prioritize use cases for your organization by asking the right questions
• Turn AI into an operational and strategic lever, without following trends blindly
No technical skills are required: we provide you with the keys to make clear and informed decisions.
Who is it for ?
• Members of executive committees
• Project managers, innovation leads, or transformation managers
• Managers across all functions
Level
This session is designed for non-technical decision-makers, with or without prior experience in AI.
Course outline
Introduction
• Presentation of AI potential through real-world use cases
• Quick overview of available tools and solutions
Block 1 – Security, confidentiality, and human management
• Identify risks to choose the appropriate solution (sovereign tools, local hosting, etc.)
• Best practices for secure usage without limiting AI potential within the organization
• Human management: upskilling and supporting teams to ensure long-term productivity gains
Block 2 – AI & strategic performance
• Which AI use cases are truly relevant depending on business contexts?
• Identifying key impact levers: time savings, quality, automation
• Common mistakes in AI integration projects
• Best practices for using generative AI tools
Block 3 – Strategic workshop
• Guided exercise: build and challenge an AI strategy for your field
• Group sharing and peer feedback
Training objectives
• Understand what AI can (and cannot) realistically bring to your organization
• Identify the most relevant use cases for your industry
• Take into account confidentiality, security, and compliance requirements
• Learn how to formulate a clear strategic brief for your AI teams or external providers
• Avoid technological gimmicks and focus on high-impact priorities
Benefits
• Strategic Vision : Think about AI at an organizational level with clarity and foresight
• Team–Project Alignment : Understand what you can request from your collaborators/partners and how to formulate it effectively
• Time Savings : Focus on what truly matters without getting lost in technical details, while still having the option to go further later on
Practical information
• Format : 4-hour masterclass, in-person in Geneva
• Materials : A personal laptop is required, as well as accounts for certain tools (a short guide will be sent beforehand)
• Course materials : A PDF handout will be sent after the session
• Prerequisites : None – this training is accessible to all types of decision-makers
• Funding : For funding options, please refer to our “Funding / Aids” page