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Overview
Lead Enterprise AI to Unlock Business Transformation.
The Executive Diploma in AI for Business from Singapore Management University (SMU) prepares business professionals to lead enterprise AI adoption in an increasingly AI-driven economy. As organisations embed Generative AI, Agentic AI, machine learning, and data analytics into strategy, operations, customer experience, and decision-making, the programme equips participants to identify high-impact AI opportunities, collaborate effectively with technology teams, and translate AI into measurable business value.
Combining academic rigour with industry-recognised, applied learning, the programme develops practical capabilities across enterprise AI, data analytics, machine learning, AI strategy, and business transformation. Through hands-on projects, real-world business applications, and an Executive AI Transformation Capstone, participants build the confidence to lead AI initiatives, drive operational excellence, and create sustainable business impact.
- Next Course Starts On 23 December 2026 (Wed)
- Duration30 Weeks, 6-8 hours/week
- VenueOnline
Learning Objectives
Build a strong foundation in AI, GenAI, Agentic AI, and data.
Apply machine learning and predictive analytics to business challenges.
Leverage GenAI and AI agents to automate enterprise workflows.
Drive smarter business decisions with AI and data analytics.
Apply AI across marketing, finance, operations, and supply chain.
Lead responsible AI adoption through governance and ethical practices.
Develop enterprise AI roadmaps and lead AI transformation initiatives.
Topics/Structure
• Module 1: AI for Business Leaders
• Module 2: Business Problem Framing for AI
• Module 3: Data-Driven Decision Intelligence
• Module 4: Python Fundamentals
• Module 5: Python for Analytics
• Module 6: Data Preparation for AI
• Module 7: Machine Learning Foundations
• Module 8: Predictive & Classification Modelling
• Module 9: ML Model Evaluation & Explainability
• Module 12: RAG & Enterprise Knowledge Systems
• Module 13: Specialising Models for Your Business
• Module 14: Deploying & Operating Gen AI Systems (LLMOps)
• Module 15: Gen AI Security
• Module 16: Agentic AI for Intelligent Autonomy (incl. building & orchestrating)
• Module 17: Trust & Provenance
• Module 18: The Agent Economy
• Module 19: AI Product Management (product economics)
• Module 20: AI for Operations & Supply Chain
• Module 21: AI for Marketing, Sales & Customer Growth
• Module 22: AI in Financial Services & Markets
• Module 23: Sustainable AI & ESG
• Module 24: Navigating AI Regulation and Compliance
• Module 25: Leading Organisational and Workforce Change for AI
• Module 26: AI Transformation: Operating Model and ROI
• Module 27: Executive AI Transformation Project
The Executive AI Transformation Capstone brings together every capability developed throughout the programme into one applied business project. Participants tackle a real enterprise challenge, integrating AI strategy, governance, and data-driven decision-making to create a practical transformation roadmap with measurable organisational impact.
Assessment
Schedule
Start Date(s) : Wed, 12/23/2026 - 12:00
Intake Information :
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COURSE FEE
US$ 3,900 +Applicable Taxes
*Singapore residents who wish to enrol for this programme will be charged GST.
*Applicable taxes will be charged at checkout.