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AI for Organisational Innovation

Leverage AI to drive innovation, accelerate growth and confidently implement solutions. Organisations adopting AI unlock opportunities, from boosting efficiency and automation to enhancing customer experience, innovating products, strengthening security and scaling decision-making.
Next Dates
17 July
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Duration
Virtual: 3 weeks
In-person: 2 day
Delivery mode
Virtual or In-person
Location
Sydney CBD Campus (PolyCentre)
Price (AUD inc. GST)
$2,300 - $3,950
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Course summary

Transform your organisation with AI

This short course offers a practical, strategic perspective on AI for decision-makers and managers across industries. Rather than focusing on the technical mechanics, it explores the why and how of adopting AI to unlock innovation and enable long-term, sustainable success.

If your team is already exploring AI or considering its potential, this course provides the essential artificial intelligence frameworks and insights to help you implement with clarity, confidence and care.

Price

Total fees
$2,300 - $3,950
AUD inc. GST

Who will benefit

  • Business leaders aiming to innovate through AI
  • Managers upskilling or working as AI strategy consultants, seeking practical approaches to drive organisational transformation through AI
  • Professionals looking to enhance decision-making with AI

Course is suitable for

  • Professionals looking to develop confidence and clarity in AI-led projects, apply responsible and ethical AI frameworks and build actionable AI innovation plans for their organisations.

Delivered by experts

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Kate Carruthers
Adjunct Faculty - AGSM
  • Brings deep expertise in data strategy and governance to support responsible AI leadership.
  • Offers real-world insight into ethical AI, cybersecurity, and risk management across sectors.
  • Combines academic and industry experience to guide innovation with practical, actionable tools.

Course designed to stack

2 CEMD points
TOWARDS
Certificate in Executive Management and Development (CEMD)
Use multiple credentials to stack your learning. This course is worth 2 AGSM CEMD points, which provides formal recognition of professional development and reflects 30 hours of learning inclusive of pre-work, course participation, learning materials and support.

About the course

AI is reshaping organisations at an unprecedented pace

A practical, outcomes-driven course designed to equip leaders and professionals with the skills, frameworks and confidence to drive responsible AI adoption. You’ll learn how to identify innovation opportunities, manage risks, engage stakeholders and implement AI strategies that align with your organisation’s goals - delivering tangible value and sustainable transformation.

Why enrol in this course

Master responsible AI and inovation strategy

Develop a comprehensive understanding of responsible AI frameworks and how to strategically integrate them to drive innovation aligned with your organisation’s goals.

Solve real business challenges

Identify AI opportunities within your organisation and create actionable, high-impact plans to transform processes, improve decision-making and deliver measurable results.

Gain practical tools from experts

Work with industry-recognised facilitators and engage in hands-on learning with case studies, frameworks and real-world application tailored to your context.

Lead change with confidence and clarity

Strengthen your capability to lead AI-driven change initiatives - assessing readiness, managing resistance, engaging stakeholders and fostering a culture of innovation.

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Martin Bean CBE

CEO, The Bean Centre

"Lifelong learning is the key to staying relevant in an ever-changing world. At UNSW, we provide a dynamic environment that encourages growth and excellence, ensuring learners are empowered to lead and innovate in their careers."

Key features

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Responsible AI frameworks

Learn to apply ethical, safe and compliant AI through practical governance frameworks.

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Innovation strategy design

Align AI with business goals by identifying opportunities, managing risks and crafting actionable strategies.

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Real-world application focus

Put learning into practice with hands-on tasks, case studies and a tailored innovation plan for your organisation.

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Expert-led, outcome-driven learning

Gain practical tools and insights from industry leaders, including Microsoft experts, in a results-focused course.

Learning outcomes

Leverage AI for organisational innovation

Learn to plan, pitch and execute AI strategies that deliver meaningful organisational transformation. This course equips you with the tools and frameworks to lead innovation confidently - combining responsible AI use, integration planning and risk management with practical change leadership. You’ll develop the capability to assess organisational readiness, engage diverse stakeholders and build a compelling case for AI adoption. Through hands-on learning and real-world application, you’ll foster a culture of adaptability and drive sustained, data-led growth within your organisation.

What you'll learn

Throughout the course, you’ll master responsible AI use, innovation mapping, risk management and integration strategy, giving you the confidence to plan and implement AI projects that are secure, ethical and impactful.

Topics covered

  • Responsible AI principles
  • Innovation frameworks
  • Data readiness and strategy
  • Building vs buying AI
  • Managing risk and governance
  • Measuring AI impact

Course delivery

In-person

Format

Commitment

Method

  • In-Person
  • Course pre-work
  • 2 day attendance (In-Person)
  • Innovation Plan creation
  • Insightful Presentations
  • Experiential Activities
  • Collaborative Discussions
  • Real-world, Immersive Experiences
  • Individual Assessment Instruments
  • Real-life Case Studies

Online

Format

Commitment

Method

  • Online
  • Course pre-work
  • 4 sessions over 3 weeks
  • Innovation Plan creation
  • Insightful Presentations
  • Experiential Activities
  • Collaborative Discussions
  • Real-world, Immersive Experiences
  • Individual Assessment Instruments
  • Real-life Case Studies

Schedule

In-person

This course is delivered in-person across two full days. 

Day 1 Day 2

Introduction to AI and its Role in Organisational Innovation

Identifying Opportunities for AI in Your Organisation

Developing AI-Driven Innovation Strategies

Ethical Considerations, Risks and Future Trends in AI

Online

This course is delivered fully online across three weeks. 

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3

21 Jul 2025:

  • Welcome and Introduction

28 Jul 2025: 

  • Workshop 1: Identifying Opportunities for AI in your Organisation

20 Jul 2025:

  • Workshop 2: Developing AI-Driven Innovation Strategies

4 Aug 2025: 

  • Workshop 3: Ethical Considerations, Risks and Future Trends in AI

Credentials

2 CEMD points
TOWARDS
Certificate in Executive Management and Development (CEMD)

Progress your career with stackable credentials

By completing this course, you will receive a verifiable digital badge issued by AGSM, certifying your achievement.

The Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) will formally recognise your commitment to professional development and lifelong learning with the Certificate in Executive Management and Development (CEMD). The CEMD is a flexible program that allows you to build your leadership capabilities through stackable learning.

A CEMD is a unique pathway to future study that can directly contribute to accelerating the attainment of an AGSM MBA or Graduate Certificate if you choose to embark on this journey in the future. Each time you complete a short course with the AGSM, we’ll award you with CEMD points. CEMD points can be collected and stacked together to create a unique professional development pathway that works for you and your specific career goals.

Can I use my credit towards further study?

Once you collect 12 points over a period of up to 4 years you will be awarded the CEMD. The CEMD is a specialised credential and can contribute to 2 course credits towards our AGSM MBA and Graduate Certificate qualifications.

This flexible model supports continuous learning and creates a recognised pathway from short courses to postgraduate qualifications at UNSW's AGSM.

Next steps

Enrol now in AI for Organisational Innovation via the AGSM Navigator portal.

Upcoming dates

Choose from the below scheduled course dates designed to provide flexibility and fit within your calendar.

In-person sessions:
  • 14 Aug 2025 - 15 Aug 2025: Enrol
  • 2 Dec 2025 - 3 Dec 2025: Enrol
Online sessions:
  • 17 Jul 2025 - 6 Aug 2025: Enrol
  • 9 Oct 2025 - 29 Oct 2025: Enrol