ADVANCED · EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONAL

AI Strategy &
Implementation

Lead Africa’s AI transformation. Strategic clarity for decision-makers.

DURATION8 Weeks

LEVELExecutive & Senior Professional

AWARDPostgraduate Certificate in AI Strategy

LANGUAGESEnglish, French, Arabic

DELIVERYOnline live sessions + self-paced

NEXT INTAKEBi-annual — March & September

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PROGRAMME IMPACT

Senior leaders trained4,200+

Rate this programme career-changing94%

Organisations launched AI strategies post-programme68

African countries represented in cohorts28

Programme Overview

Artificial intelligence is reshaping every sector of the global economy — and Africa is no exception. From precision agriculture to diagnostic healthcare, from smart logistics to financial inclusion, AI is creating transformative opportunities across the continent. Seizing these requires leaders who understand AI deeply enough to make bold, informed decisions.

This intensive 8-week postgraduate-level course is built for executives, senior managers, government officials, and entrepreneurs who need to understand, evaluate, and lead AI adoption — without necessarily becoming technical experts. Every session draws on African industry cases and is taught by practitioners who have led AI deployments on the continent.

What You Will Study

MODULE 01

AI Demystified: What It Is and What It Is Not

Cut through the hype. Understand machine learning, large language models, computer vision, and automation using African industry examples.

MODULE 02

The AI Opportunity Landscape in Africa

Survey AI opportunities across key African sectors: agriculture, health, finance, logistics, education, and government services.

MODULE 03

Building Your AI Strategy

Frameworks for assessing AI readiness, identifying high-value use cases, building internal capability, and developing a phased AI roadmap.

MODULE 04

AI Ethics, Governance & Risk

Navigate the ethical challenges of AI — bias, fairness, privacy, accountability — and build governance frameworks suited to African contexts.

MODULE 05

Managing AI Projects & Vendors

Evaluate AI vendors, structure contracts, lead cross-functional AI projects, and measure return on investment from AI implementations.

MODULE 06

Leading an AI-Ready Organisation

Culture change, talent strategy, and change management for AI transformation. Board-level AI governance and stakeholder communication.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, you will be able to:

Articulate a clear, credible AI strategy for your organisation

Identify and prioritise high-value AI use cases with confidence

Evaluate AI vendors, tools, and technology partnerships rigorously

Build internal AI governance and responsible AI frameworks

Lead cross-functional AI implementation projects effectively

Communicate AI strategy persuasively to boards and stakeholders

Who Is This For?

Designed for C-suite executives, board members, senior directors, government policymakers and regulators, entrepreneurs scaling technology ventures, and consultants advising on digital transformation. Significant management experience required; no technical background needed.

“This programme gave me the vocabulary, the frameworks, and the confidence to take our AI strategy proposal to the board. We secured approval for a three-year AI transformation programme within six weeks of graduating.”

— Amina K., Chief Operating Officer — Nairobi, Kenya