Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Oxford Artificial Intelligence Programme
Explore the practical applications of AI, within your organisation and society.
Start date
28 April 2021
Enroll by 20 April 2021
Course duration
6 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
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Effort
7–10 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Programme overview
Duration: 6 weeks (excluding orientation)
Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to have a major impact across the economy, but in order to truly understand the potential it holds, you first need to understand how the technology works. The Oxford Artificial Intelligence Programme aims to provide you with a sound framework of this technology: from its history, functionality, and capability, as well as its inherent ethical challenges. Over the course of six weeks you’ll develop an informed opinion about AI's applications, as you reflect on its implications and opportunities, and build a business case for its implementation within your unique organisational context.
Is this programme for you?
This programme is designed for managers and business leaders across multiple functions and industries looking to understand the workings and possibilities of AI. It’s also applicable for technical working professionals such as CIOs, IT managers, and business analysts who want to better understand how artificial intelligence can be implemented within their organisations.
You’ll get the opportunity to learn about the technology and develop a foundational understanding of how it works, however as this is a non-technical programme, you will not be required to code.
Programme overview
Introduction
Duration: 6 weeks (excluding orientation)
Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to have a major impact across the economy, but in order to truly understand the potential it holds, you first need to understand how the technology works. The Oxford Artificial Intelligence Programme aims to provide you with a sound framework of this technology: from its history, functionality, and capability, as well as its inherent ethical challenges. Over the course of six weeks you’ll develop an informed opinion about AI's applications, as you reflect on its implications and opportunities, and build a business case for its implementation within your unique organisational context.
Is this programme for you?
This programme is designed for managers and business leaders across multiple functions and industries looking to understand the workings and possibilities of AI. It’s also applicable for technical working professionals such as CIOs, IT managers, and business analysts who want to better understand how artificial intelligence can be implemented within their organisations.
You’ll get the opportunity to learn about the technology and develop a foundational understanding of how it works, however as this is a non-technical programme, you will not be required to code.
What will set you apart
The ability to assess the implications and possibilities of AI in your industry, and build a business case for its implementation.
A robust framework to critically examine the social and ethical implications of AI.
A conceptual understanding of machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, and algorithms.
Guidance from leading industry experts and Oxford Saïd faculty, and access to the official Oxford Executive Education Alumni group on LinkedIn.Programme curriculum
Orientation module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
Artificial intelligence ecosystem
Module 2
AI and machine learning: Understanding the black box
Module 3
Understanding deep learning and neural networks
Module 4
Working with intelligent machines
Module 5
The ethics of artificial intelligence
Module 6
How to drive AI in your business
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What past students
think
Koteeswara Rao Nagam
Senior Manager, Ernst & Young UK
The Oxford AI Programme provided me with a foundation and an aspiration to further explore this subject. I am able to relate and identify use cases for the application of AI in the workplace. It’s helped me find new employment and I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to know all about AI.
Programme Director
Matthias Holweg
American Standard Companies Professor of Operations Management, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
About the certificate
Learn about artificial intelligence and earn an official certificate of attendance from Oxford Saïd.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the programme handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the programme.
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Students are supported at every stage of the learning journey, enabling them to thrive professionally through increased relevance, competence, and confidence. Find out more about GetSmarter’s approach to digital learning, course design, and online delivery here.
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You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a split payment plan on courses that are nine weeks and shorter. For courses 10 weeks and longer, there is a three-part payment plan available. To find out more about payment options please visit our Payment and Financing FAQ, or contact an Enrollment Adviser, to find out which option you qualify for.
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GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
Seek employer assistance
By improving your skills and industry knowledge, you'll have an influence on the success of your organization. Why wouldn't you ask your boss to help you fund your studies if it's going to have an impact on the way you do business?
Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too. Here is a guide to show you how to request financial assistance from your employer.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for business page.
How to change your start date
As part of our commitment to your professional development, GetSmarter offers you a two-week period to change your course start date or request your money back if you’re not fully satisfied.
To qualify for a deferral of your course start date, or to cancel your enrollment and receive a refund of your course fee, your request would need to reach our Success Advisers before the release of Module 2. For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.
Discover the Online Campus
The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please see the list of university partner login pages here.
