Executive AI Certification — Foundation

Gain the AI knowledge and strategic confidence to lead transformation at the highest levels of your organisation. Built for decision-makers, not engineers.
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Duration

8 weeks

Format

Cohort-based online

Level

Senior professional

Investment

From £1,200

What you will achieve

  • A clear mental model of AI systems and their limitations
  • Practical tools for evaluating AI use cases in your organisation
  • A framework for AI governance, risk, and regulatory alignment
  • A recognised CFTE certification upon completion

About this programme

What this programme covers

The Executive AI Certification — Foundation provides a rigorous grounding in AI for leaders operating in financial services, government, and regulated environments. It covers how AI systems work, how they are being applied across the financial sector, how to evaluate AI use cases, and how to govern AI responsibly at an institutional level.

Who it is for

Senior professionals, team leads, and institutional decision-makers who need to move beyond AI awareness into confident, evidence-based AI leadership. No technical background required.

Curriculum

Week 1
Module 1: Understanding AI Systems
An introduction to how AI systems work, including machine learning fundamentals, model types, and the difference between narrow and general AI. Designed for non-technical professionals.
Week 2
Module 2: AI in Financial Services
An exploration of how AI is being applied across financial services, including use cases in lending, compliance, trading, customer experience, and operations.
Week 3
Module 3: Evaluating AI Use Cases
A structured framework for evaluating AI use cases in your organisation: how to assess feasibility, risk, data requirements, and business value.
Week 4
Module 4: AI Governance and Risk
How organisations govern AI systems, manage model risk, and meet emerging regulatory expectations. Covers explainability, bias, audit trails, and governance structures.
Week 6
Capstone: AI Readiness Assessment
Participants complete a structured AI readiness assessment for a real or hypothetical organisational context. The output forms the basis for the certification assessment.

Experts

Tram Anh Nguyen
Co-Founder, CFTE
Co-founder of CFTE and Chairwoman of Global Women in AI. Former Standard Chartered and UBS Wealth Management. Leads CFTE's global partnerships with governments, central banks, and financial institutions to build future-ready workforces.
Huy Nguyen Trieu
Co-Founder & CEO, CFTE
Huy Nguyen Trieu is co-founder and CEO of CFTE. He has spent over two decades at the intersection of finance, technology, and capability building, working with leading institutions across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Why this programme is credible

Recognised by financial institutions, regulators, and government bodies as a benchmark for AI leadership capability.

FAQ

Can organisations enrol teams or cohorts?

Yes. CFTE regularly works with organisations to design and deliver cohort-based programmes for teams of any size. We can adapt existing programmes or design bespoke engagements aligned to your institution's specific capability goals and context. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

Does CFTE offer certification upon completion?

Yes. CFTE's certification programmes award a recognised credential upon successful completion. The credential requirements, assessment format, and issuing body vary by programme. Please refer to the specific programme page for certification details.

Who are CFTE programmes designed for?

CFTE programmes are designed for senior professionals, leaders, and institutions in financial services, government, regulation, and adjacent sectors. Whether you are an individual building your own AI capability or an institution designing a programme for your team, CFTE has a pathway that fits your context and goals.

Ready to take the next step?

Get in touch to discuss how this programme can be tailored to your organisation or career goals.

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