AI leadership – AI adoption, Procurement and Governance

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AI Leadership – Governance, Risk and Procurement

As organisations accelerate AI adoption, strong governance, informed procurement, and effective risk management are becoming critical leadership capabilities. Selecting the right AI solutions, managing implementation risks, and ensuring compliance can mean the difference between successful transformation and costly mistakes.

AI Leadership – Governance, Risk and Procurement equips leaders and professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to evaluate AI vendors, make informed procurement decisions, establish governance frameworks, and support responsible AI adoption across their organisation.

Designed for decision-makers and those responsible for AI strategy, implementation, and oversight, this course provides a practical framework for managing AI responsibly while maximising business value.

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Overview

Course Level

Level 5

Duration

From 4-Day to 12 Weeks

Sector

Learning method

Blended

Location

Remote

Cost

Fully-Funded

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Governance, Risk and Procurement

Overview

This course provides leaders and professionals with the essential skills to evaluate vendors, manage deployment models, and mitigate implementation risks. Learn to establish robust governance frameworks, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain human oversight, empowering you to drive responsible, impactful AI innovation. This course can be tailored to meet your organisation’s objectives, workforce requirements, and available time commitment. Delivery options range from a 12-week programme with one session per week through to an intensive four-day workshop format.

Modules

What will I learn?

Module 1

Evaluate AI solutions based on cost, performance, risk and organisational fit

Module 2

Inform procurement decisions using benchmarking, testing and user validation

Module 3

Assess and choose between in-house, outsourced, cloud, or hybrid delivery models

Module 4

Mitigate adoption risks, including vendor lock-in, data security, IP exposure, sustainability, and third-party dependencies

Module 5

Establish clear AI governance roles, responsibilities, accountability structures, and escalation pathways

Module 6

Embed legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations into all decision-making processes

Module 7

Define compliance through structured risk assessments, documentation, and security controls

Module 8

Design stakeholder engagement and feedback loops to ensure responsible AI adoption

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Frequently asked questions

This apprenticeship unit is for individuals in leadership roles responsible for shaping, influencing, or supporting decisions about the adoption of AI systems within their organisation. These individuals, with support of their employer, need upskilling in adopting AI systems and governing them responsibly.

The course can be delivered in a range of formats, from a 12-week programme with one morning session per week, through to an intensive four-day delivery model for organisations seeking rapid capability development. Training can be delivered remotely or face-to-face, providing flexibility for individuals, teams, and organisations regardless of location.

There are no formal requirements for this course, however this course is aimed at employees in leadership positions or aiming to develop into these positions.

This course is delivered remotely by our expert Development Coach, who has years of experience in AI and Data.

Unlike traditional apprenticeships, there is no End-Point Assessment necessary to complete the course.

There is no cost for employers to enrol on this course. This course is fully-funded for all levy and non-levy organisations.

What our apprenticeships say about us

“Since I started the apprenticeship, I have developed a deeper understanding of the backbone of a business and the idea that every member has a responsibility.”

Ruben Nunes (Synnovis)

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AI Leadership – Governance, Risk and Procurement

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Frequently asked questions

“Since I started the apprenticeship, I have developed a deeper understanding of the backbone of a business and the idea that every member has a responsibility.”

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