In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, future business leaders need to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI effectively. As businesses increasingly integrate AI into decision-making and operations, the demand for MBA graduates proficient in this transformative technology is surging.
Several top-ranking European MBA programs have risen to the challenge, embedding AI-focused courses within their curricula. These programs aim to prepare students to lead in an AI-driven business landscape, combining cutting-edge technology insights with robust business acumen. Below, we explore some of these leading programs and their offerings.
London Business School (LBS)
Course: Generative Artificial Intelligence
London Business School, consistently ranked among the top business schools globally, offers a course titled Generative Artificial Intelligence’ as part of its MBA program. This elective dives into how AI technologies are reshaping business models, driving innovation, and influencing competitive strategy.
Related to this are also electives in No Code Data Science, Digital Deep Dive, Data Science with R, Applications of AI & ML in Business.
Learn more about the Electives.
INSEAD (France/Singapore)
Elective Course: Data Science for Business
INSEAD’s MBA program includes the ‘Data Science for Business’ elective, a comprehensive course covering AI and machine learning applications in strategic decision-making. The course is designed to empower future business leaders with a solid foundation in using data and AI to solve complex business problems.
Learn more.
IE Business School (Spain)
Courses: Artificial Intelligence for Innovation, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Bootcamp
IE Business School has embraced the AI revolution with its ‘Artificial Intelligence for Innovation’ and ‘Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Bootcamp’ courses.
Artificial Intelligence for Innovation
This is a 3-day, in-person program held in Madrid, designed to equip professionals with practical AI tools and strategies to drive innovation within their organizations. The program offers hands-on experience with AI tools, enabling participants to implement these technologies effectively in their respective fields.
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Bootcamp
An immersive 23-week program designed for professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in applying AI and data science to real-world challenges. Delivered in either face-to-face or online formats, the bootcamp covers essential skills such as data acquisition, cleaning, analysis, and visualization, while diving into advanced topics like machine learning, NLP, and generative AI.
Learn more about the MBA program.
HEC Paris (France)
Specialization: Deep Tech & AI
HEC Paris, renowned for its rigorous academic approach, offers the ‘Deep Tech & AI’ specialization. This course focuses on leveraging disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence, to drive business innovation and transformation.
By joining this specialization individuals prepare to lead innovation by combining academic insights with practical corporate projects. Key topics include deep tech foundations and applications, corporate innovation strategy, and a deep tech and AI corporate business project.
Learn more about specializations.
SDA Bocconi School of Management (Italy)
Elective Course: AI for Business
SDA Bocconi’s MBA program includes the elective ‘AI for business’ course, which focuses on the strategic integration of AI into business models. The course is tailored for leaders aiming to spearhead AI-driven transformation within their organizations. In the core foundation stage Module 2 there is also a course in data science and machine learning.
Learn more about the full-time MBA and its program.
These programs stand out not only because of their global rankings but also due to their forward-thinking curricula. By integrating AI-focused courses, they prepare students to navigate the complex intersection of technology and business, ensuring they are ready to lead in an AI-centric world.
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