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Essential AI skills for smarter working: a practical, jargon-free business AI course.
AI for Business Fundamentals
This hands-on course helps professionals and teams make sense of AI in business. Learn how artificial intelligence can solve real-world challenges, boost productivity and improve decision-making – all without the technical waffle. Suitable for any business function, it’s a practical step towards confident, informed use of AI at work.
- 1 day
- Virtual or on-site
- Private team training
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Course overview
AI is reshaping business at every level, but practical knowledge often lags behind the headlines. This short, high-impact course is designed to give your team a working understanding of AI in a business context – not just what’s possible, but what’s genuinely useful for your organisation.
We focus on practical skills, using straightforward language and relatable examples for a contemporary workplace. Delegates leave with fresh confidence, equipped to spot opportunities, ask sharp questions, and get started with simple AI tools right away.
By attending, professionals and decision-makers will gain clarity about the role of AI, what it can (and cannot) do, and how it can help drive value in their day-to-day roles. It’s the antidote to AI confusion: all benefit, no hype.
Who it's for
- Managers and team leaders
- Business professionals across all functions
- Operational decision-makers
What you need before you start
- Basic computer skills
What you'll learn
What you will be able to do by the end of the course.
- Explain core AI terms in plain English
- Spot practical AI opportunities in your business function
- Apply simple AI tools to everyday business tasks
- Assess risks and limitations of AI for business use
- Ask informed questions when evaluating AI solutions
- Identify areas for further AI adoption and upskilling
Course outline
4 modules across 1 day.
1Getting Started: Why AI Matters for Business4 topics+
- How AI is changing the business landscape
- Real-world business examples
- AI myths and misconceptions
- Key AI concepts made simple
2Core AI Skills for the Workplace4 topics+
- Identifying AI use cases in your role
- Understanding opportunities and boundaries
- Simple AI tools for business improvement
- Collaborating effectively with AI systems
3Hands-on AI Workshop4 topics+
- Live demonstration of business AI tools
- Practical exercises: streamlining tasks with AI
- Evaluating outputs and managing risks
- Boosting productivity and decision-making
4Putting AI into Practice4 topics+
- Building confidence to try AI at work
- Spotting next steps and quick wins
- Overcoming barriers to AI adoption
- Supporting skills growth in your team
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Run AI for Business Fundamentals for your team
Delivered for your organisation alone, on a date you choose, online or at your offices.
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What happens next
- 1We reply with available dates and a price for your team
- 2You pick a date that suits your team — we work around you
- 3We tailor the examples and exercises to the work your team does
- 4We confirm the delivery details and next steps in writing
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Rated 4.72/5
From 696 reviews by learners and clients.
Money-back guarantee
A 100% money-back guarantee, for peace of mind.
Up to six learners
Small enough that every delegate gets trainer time on their own work.
Trainers who do the job
Practitioners who use these tools on real work, not career instructors.
Support after the course
Email your trainer when you hit something back at your desk.
What delegates say
Independently verified reviews, alongside quotes collected from delegates after their course.
good value for money, I understood notions that were very not clear to me. Thanks to Mark.
Very good communication and an excellent tutor.
Very happy with Mark's training ethos and training he provided.
Excellent course and really well presented. Starting from basic knowledge the course guided you through step by step and was well paced for all.
Really enjoyed the course. Tutor was knowledgeable, friendly and gave real-world, practical advice to get the most out of the training.
Absolutely Fab!! Kept us engaged, patient & informative
The trainer had a great way of keeping the training simple and effective for all levels
The trainer was a great tutor, he helped individuals that were struggling and provided a clear and detailed explanation of all basic areas.
The trainer was superb, touched every area with great detail and was a great person all round.
The training has answered a lot of the questions I had and put me in a much better position to be able to use Power BI as a tool to interpret our data.
The trainer was great at explaining everything he was doing, and you could tell he loves teaching and knows a lot about excel.
Very clear explanations and answers to questions - clearly backed by a lot of knowledge - and an easy ability to take questions on the fly.
The course was really informative — the trainer was really engaging and great to listen to. I learnt a lot that I feel is going to really benefit me in my job going forward.
The trainer was very helpful and knowledgable and explained everything in detail.
Great examples, well presented, would recommend for anyone who needs an introduction to Power Automate.
Brilliant engaging presentation, a lot of new useful information, loved it. Very informative, can't wait to put it to test.
The trainer was a great tutor and great at explaining, clear and concise. I learnt a lot and will look into booking the Advanced course.
I really enjoyed the course and I will be looking to do the intermediate course in the coming months.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this AI for business course suitable for?+
This course is designed for managers, business professionals and operational leaders who want to understand how AI can be practically applied in their work. No technical background is required.
Will I learn how to use specific AI tools?+
Yes, you’ll get hands-on experience with practical, user-friendly AI tools relevant to everyday business tasks. We focus on applications that offer immediate value to your organisation.
Is this course relevant if my job isn't technical?+
Absolutely. The course is intended for non-technical professionals and focuses on using AI to improve business outcomes, not on technical development or coding.
Do I need to bring a laptop?+
It’s helpful to bring a laptop so you can try live AI demonstrations and exercises, but it’s not essential.
