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Navigating Generative AI: A CEO Playbook

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Overview

**This is a shortened, executive summary of our comprehensive program, Navigating Generative for Leaders. Start your journey in this accelerated 4-hour course. If you need to go deeper your progress will carry over into our longer program.** Created by Coursera's CEO, this course is your quick-start guide to unlocking the transformative power of GenAI for your organization. It features hands-on labs with access to Google Gemini Pro in a secure, private environment. These labs not only teach you how to use GenAI, but also how to apply it to design your GenAI strategy, identify specific opportunities to enhance customer value, and increase productivity. Learn from the best in the field, including Andrew Ng, worldwide AI expert and Coursera co-founder; Clara Shih, CEO of Salesforce AI; and Hayden Brown, CEO of Upwork. These expert insights, updated quarterly, will keep you at the cutting edge of GenAI developments. Embrace the future of AI with confidence. Get started on your AI journey today.

Syllabus

  • The role of the CEO in navigating GenAI
    • Module 1 introduces the transformative impact of Generative AI on businesses and the motivations for its implementation. It highlights the groundbreaking potential of Generative AI and the importance of swift adaptation. A key focus of this module is the exploration of how CEOs can use GenAI as a strategic thought partner, emphasizing critical thinking and providing practical exercises.
  • Setting a generative AI strategy
    • Module 2 explores the impact of Generative AI on industries and jobs. A significant emphasis is placed on providing tools for CEOs to thoroughly analyze the impact of GenAI on various aspects of their business. The module also explores how GenAI can create customer value and enhance organizational productivity, offering practical strategies for identifying productivity opportunities.
  • Empowering and transforming your organization with GenAI
    • Module 3 primarily focuses on preparing your organization for the successful integration of Generative AI. It emphasizes the importance of engaging and training your workforce on GenAI, discussing the unique aspects of a GenAI transformation, and offering practical guidance on readying your organization. Strategies for skilling your workforce on GenAI are provided, ensuring that everyone from executives to team members can effectively utilize this technology.
  • Navigating Generative AI risks for leaders
    • Module 4 discusses the various risks and concerns associated with Generative AI, including business model risks, inaccuracies in AI-generated content, data security, and privacy concerns. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing these risks. A significant part of this module is dedicated to exploring the ethical considerations for using GenAI. It highlights the importance of developing responsible AI principles and practices, guiding CEOs in creating ethical principles for Responsible AI tailored specifically to their own companies.

Taught by

Jeff Maggioncalda

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