AI+ Ethics™ is a focused, one-day program designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and frameworks needed to evaluate, guide, and govern ethical AI use within organisations. As AI systems scale, leaders must navigate challenges around bias, fairness, privacy, transparency, security, and global regulatory requirements. This course provides a practical foundation to assess risks, strengthen governance, and ensure AI systems operate responsibly and in alignment with organisational values.
Responsible AI Principles
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3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Build Ethical AI Foundations: Learn core ethics principles, fairness, transparency, and responsible AI decision-making.
Assess & Reduce AI Risk: Identify bias, privacy issues, and security risks using tools like AI Fairness 360 and Explainability 360.
Apply Global AI Standards: Understand global regulations, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements for AI systems.
Evaluate Real-World AI Systems: Use industry tools to audit models, interpret decisions.
Skills you'll gain
- Compliance Training
- Responsible AI
- Governance
- Regulatory Requirements
- AI Security
- Accountability
- Law, Regulation, and Compliance
- Compliance Management
- Information Privacy
- Governance Risk Management and Compliance
- Personally Identifiable Information
- Data Ethics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Business Ethics
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Data Governance
- Stakeholder Engagement
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Assessments
9 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 9 modules in this course
This module covers a quick summary of what the certification is going to cover from start to finish. Here is the brief about the structure of the overall certification: Each of our certifications follows a consistent, multimodal structure to provide a flexible learning experience. The content is available across four formats: eBooks: In-depth written material for focused learning. Audiobooks: Audio version of the eBook, perfect for learning on the go. Podcasts: Engaging audio content to reinforce key concepts. Videos: Modular video chunks, each covering a specific topic. The names of the eBooks, Audiobooks, and Podcasts are the same, ensuring you can seamlessly switch between formats without losing track of the content. Videos are divided into bite-sized modules for easier consumption, and all content across these mediums is consistent, so no matter which format you choose, the information remains the same. This gives you the freedom to learn in the way that works best for you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. The course is designed for professionals from any discipline. You’ll learn ethical concepts and tools without coding requirements.
Yes. You’ll work with leading frameworks like AI Fairness 360, AI Explainability 360, andAI4People, and global governance standards.
Highly practical. You’ll analyze real-world case studies, assess ethical risks, and apply governance frameworks used by modern organizations.
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