Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course

Overview

A must for all business leaders! In the Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course, you will learn what Artificial Intelligence is, from a business leader's point of view. All the below questions will be answered during the course: * How shall we, as leaders, understand AI from a corporate strategy point of view? * What is it and how can it be used? * What are the crucial strategic decisions we have to make, and how to make them? * What consequences can we expect if we decide on doing AI projects and what kind of competencies do we need? * Where shall we start, and what could be a good second as well as a third step? * What implications for the organization can we expect? Future proof your career with this course and be in the know!

Syllabus

Me, myself and AI - Or, is it about You and Your business?

This module explores what leaders should do the first time they meet AI. Drawing parallels to the early days of the Internet, you’ll see why the smartest approach is to start small, experiment, and learn by doing. From simple tools like chatbots to everyday AI already in your smartphone, the module shows how early, low‑cost steps help you understand the technology, gain quick wins, and discover where AI can truly create value. You’ll also learn why companies don’t need an “AI strategy” — they need a business strategy that uses AI where it delivers the greatest leverage.

Heads up

This module shows how even simple AI tools - like chatbots - can quickly boost productivity and cut operational costs. Through a real business scenario, you’ll see how automating routine customer interactions frees up time, saves money, and creates immediate impact.

One step back, before stepping forward again

This module explains why AI has rapidly moved into the spotlight. You’ll explore how advances in computing power, the explosion of data, and visible breakthroughs - from AlphaGo to modern robotics - have made AI widely accessible. You’ll also learn how the AI hype cycle works and why real impact often begins after the hype settles.

Heading on

This module explores how AI moves from simple productivity boosts to full industry disruption. You’ll learn how AI reshapes jobs, automates decision-making, challenges traditional roles - and why even leadership tasks may one day be augmented or replaced.