Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation
Preparing leaders to drive organisational change by combining generative AI fluency with digital transformation strategy — turning emerging technology into innovation, competitive advantage and measurable business impact
Course key facts
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Date
14 May - 26 December 2026
Duration
26 weeks
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Credits
Non credit bearing
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Format
Online
Fee
£4,600
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Location
Online
Overview
Equip yourself with the knowledge, tools and insights to drive organisational transformation, innovation and change by strategically leveraging AI and digital technologies with the Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation learning journey from Imperial Lifelong Learning.
This learning journey combines: AI for Business Transformation: Generative AI, Agentic AI and Beyond; and the Digital Transformation Leadership Programme.
Why choose this multiprogramme learning journey?
Lead with confidence in an AI-driven and digitally transforming world through the Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation learning journey, a comprehensive multiprogramme experience from Imperial Lifelong Learning. This transformative leadership experience brings together the AI for Business Transformation: Generative AI and Beyond and Digital Transformation Leadership programmes, equipping you with the knowledge, tools and strategic insight to drive innovation and align digital change with business impact. You will gain the leadership edge to advance your career and shape the future of your organisation with AI and digital innovation.
Key takeaways — AI for Business Transformation: Generative AI and Beyond
- Evaluate the foundational principles of AI and summarise its current state and advancements, demonstrating an understanding of its concepts.
- Assess the potential and pitfalls of AI to make informed business decisions.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of genAI strategies in recruitment and interviewing.
- Identify opportunities for innovation by generating business ideas with genAI tools.
- Design and optimise AI-driven solutions using genAI tools for practical business scenarios.
- Analyse ethical dilemmas and regulatory hurdles of AI in business environments.
- Design innovative business strategies that leverage AI for growth and competitive advantage.
- Utilise creative thinking and systematic experimentation to drive strategic and visionary outcomes while fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
Key takeaways — Digital Transformation Leadership Programme
- Differentiate between existing and emerging digital technologies and their impact on business applications.
- Analyse and apply digital solutions to solve real-world business challenges.
- Develop a strategic road map for leading digital transformation in your organisation.
- Leverage digital transformation technologies for innovation and improved efficiency.
Learning journey
AI for Business Transformation: Generative AI and Beyond (6 weeks, online)
Explore the fundamentals of AI and generative AI tools, and learn how to apply them to solve business challenges, optimise processes and drive innovation. This section includes hands-on modules designed to encourage practical learning, interactive engagement and strategic thinking.
- Module 1: Fundamentals of AI in Business
- Module 2: Generative AI Tools and Prompt Engineering
- Module 3: Automating Workflows with Generative AI
- Module 4: Innovation and Competitive Advantage Through Generative AI
- Module 5: Managing Organisational Impacts and Strategic Integration
- Module 6: Ethical Considerations and Risk Management in AI
Course details
This Programme has been designed with the same careful balance of teaching, hands-on coursework and training that Imperial College London values across all of its programmes. As one of the top ten universities worldwide, Imperial drives global business and social transformation through the fusion of business, technology and an entrepreneurial mindset. We attract brilliant minds and provide the environment to foster innovative thinking, resulting in groundbreaking ideas that unlock business opportunities.
This online programme is suitable for:
- Executive, CXO and innovation leaders responsible for aligning digital transformation strategies with business goals and driving meaningful innovation.
- Functional heads, vice presidents and directors in marketing, sales, finance, strategy and operations looking to streamline workflows and embed AI and digital solutions into their units.
- Mid-level to senior managers aiming to stay ahead of digital trends and lead strategic transformation.
- Entrepreneurs looking to scale businesses using AI-driven innovation and digital-first models.
- Consultants advising clients on AI integration and digital transformation.
By the end of this programme, you will be able to:
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Evaluate the foundational principles of AI, and summarise its current state and advancements, demonstrating an understanding of its concepts
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Assess the potential and pitfalls of AI to make informed business decisions
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Evaluate the effectiveness of genAI strategies in recruitment and interviewing
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Identify opportunities for innovation by generating business ideas with genAI tools
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Design and optimise AI-driven solutions using generative tools for practical business scenarios
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Analyse ethical dilemmas and regulatory hurdles of AI in business environments
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Design innovative business strategies that leverage AI for growth and competitive advantage
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Use creative thinking and systematic experimentation to drive strategic and visionary outcomes, while fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement
- Differentiate between existing and emerging digital technologies and their respective business applications
- Evaluate the use of digital solutions for business problems
- Determine how you can successfully implement digital transformation in your organisation
- Utilise digital transformation technologies within your organisations or industry
Upon successful completion of this programme, you will receive a verified digital certificate of completion via email.
Note: You will earn the Associate Alumni status upon successful completion of the programme. Visit the Associate Alumni page to find out more.
Take your partnership with Imperial to the next level by becoming an Associate Alumnus. Complete one (1) of our on-campus, online, and virtual programmes to claim 'Associate Alumnus' status and join our active alumni community.
Some of the benefits of becoming an Associate Alumnus include:
- Access to the Imperial Alumni LinkedIn group
- Invites to relevant events and webinars
- 25% Discount on future learning for yourself and up to three your colleagues
If you are interested in finding out more, contact us today!
Your instructors
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Islem Rekik
Director of the Brain and Signal Research and Analysis (BASIRA) laboratoryIslem Rekik is the Director of the Brain and Signal Research and Analysis (BASIRA) laboratory. She has led over 90 pioneering research projects at the intersection of AI and healthcare, with a particular emphasis on brain imaging and neuroscience. She is actively involved in the academic community, co-chairing and organising more than 20 international conferences, workshops and competitions, including Affordable AI, Predictive AI and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
Chris Tucci
Professor of Digital Strategy and InnovationProfessor Chris Tucci received the degrees of Ph.D. in Management from the Sloan School of Management, MIT; SM (Technology & Policy) from MIT; and BS (Mathematical Sciences), AB (Music), and MS (Computer Science) from Stanford University. He was an industrial computer scientist involved in developing Internet protocols and applying artificial intelligence tools. Chris' primary area of interest is in how firms make transitions to new business models, technologies, and organisational forms. He also studies crowdsourcing, Internetworking, and digital innovations.
Contact us
José Rosário
Business Development Director – Open Programmes
- Phone: +44 (0)20 7594 3772
- Email: jose.rosario@imperial.ac.uk
