Understand AI concepts, use cases, and responsible frameworks
This course offers an accessible introduction to artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on its fundamental principles, practical applications, and the ethical issues it raises.
Is it for you ?
Non-technical professionals who want to understand AI, digital project managers, decision-makers, and managers
Prerequisites
Basic digital literacy is recommended.
What You'll Walk Away With
- ✓ Understand key concepts of AI, machine learning, and deep learning
- ✓ Identify practical AI use cases across multiple industries
- ✓ Analyze ethical challenges including bias, transparency, and data privacy
- ✓ Apply responsible AI principles and regulatory frameworks such as Law 25
- ✓ Develop a mini ethical charter to guide AI use within an organization
Training content
1 Fundamentals of AI
Chapter 1: What is artificial intelligence?
- Definition and history
- Differences between AI, machine learning, and deep learning
- Overview of AI technologies
Chapter 2: Practical applications of AI
- AI in HR, healthcare, finance, and marketing
- Demonstrations of AI tools (chatbots, image recognition, etc.)
Workshop 1: Exploring AI tools
- Using an AI chatbot
- Testing a text or image generation tool
2 Ethics and Societal Issues of AI
Chapter 3: Major ethical issues
- Algorithmic bias and discrimination
- Transparency and explainability
- Privacy and data protection
Chapter 4: Regulatory frameworks and best practices
- Law 25
- Principles of responsible AI
Workshop 2: Ethical case study
- Analysis of a real-life case of problematic AI use
- Group discussion: how would you have acted?
Chapter 5: Towards AI governance
- Roles and responsibilities within the organization
- Implementing an AI ethics charter
Workshop 3: Developing a mini AI ethics charter
- Working in small groups
- Presentation of charters and cross-feedback
📌 Practical information
Our training sessions are offered in Montreal or Quebec City, in person or in a virtual classroom. Dates and locations are specified when you select your session below. If you have any questions, check out our FAQ.
