Introduction to Artificial Intelligence – Four‑Week Online Course

Unlock the potential of AI and boost your productivity in this hands‑on, non‑technical course. Over four live online sessions, you’ll demystify artificial intelligence, experiment with accessible tools and learn how to apply AI ethically in your work.

Who it’s for
This programme is designed for professionals from any industry – managers, analysts, marketers, HR specialists and more – who are curious about AI but don’t have a technical background. Whether you’re looking to streamline tasks, improve decision‑making or simply understand what AI can (and can’t) do, this course is for you.

What you’ll learn

• Demystify AI: Understand the differences between AI, machine learning and deep learning, explore real‑world examples and debunk common myths.
• Hands‑on practice: Get acquainted with popular AI tools (such as text generators and image AI), and master prompt‑writing techniques using the CLEAR framework to get useful, reliable outputs.
• Ethics and responsibility: Learn about fairness, bias, privacy and accountability, and explore best practices for using AI responsibly in your organisation.
• Applying AI at work: Identify high‑impact use cases, plan small pilot projects and discover productivity hacks to integrate AI into your daily workflows.

Course structure
The programme runs over four weekly online sessions. Each 90‑minute session features live instruction, interactive exercises and group discussions:

1. Week 1 – Demystifying AI
   Introductions, definitions, examples and myth‑busting.
2. Week 2 – Hands‑On AI & Prompt Writing
   Guided exercises with AI tools and practical prompt‑writing workshop.
3. Week 3 – Ethics & Responsible AI
   Discussion of limitations, bias, transparency and data privacy.
4. Week 4 – Applying AI at Work
   Use‑case brainstorming, pilot planning and personalised action plans.

By the end of the course you’ll have the confidence to explain AI clearly, use common AI tools effectively, spot opportunities in your role and adopt AI in a safe, ethical and strategic way.

About the tutor - Vanessa Aradia
The course is led by an experienced AI practitioner who specialises in translating complex concepts into practical actions for non‑technical professionals. They will guide you through each session and provide real‑world insights to help you get the most from AI.

How to join
Register via Eventbrite to secure your place. After booking, you’ll receive links to the live sessions and pre‑course resources. Spaces are limited to ensure an interactive, supportive learning environment. Let us help you take your first confident steps into the world of artificial intelligence!