Artificial Intelligence Product, Project and Program Management

AI Foundations for Project Managers

Overview

AI Foundations for Project Managers introduces participants to the concepts, tools, and practical applications of AI that are reshaping project management and the modern workplace. Through demonstrations, hands-on activities, case studies, and project-based exercises, participants learn how AI can enhance project planning, communication, documentation, analysis, reporting, and decision-making. The component combines AI essentials, prompt engineering techniques, practical project management applications, and an introduction to managing AI-enabled initiatives. Participants gain experience using AI tools responsibly while exploring the opportunities, limitations, risks, and ethical considerations associated with AI adoption. Ideal for project professionals seeking to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving environment, this component equips participants with future-ready skills that can improve productivity, effectiveness, and project outcomes.

Included In Our Course

Participants receive:

  • 28 Professional Development Units (PDUs)
  • Instructor-led project management education and training focused on the practical application of AI in project management, helping professionals develop future-ready skills for an evolving workplace.
  • Hands-on experience with generative AI tools and applications
  • Prompt engineering techniques and reusable prompt frameworks
  • Project management AI use cases, templates, and workflow examples
  • Interactive demonstrations, case studies, and project-based learning activities
  • Guidance on responsible AI use, governance, ethics, and risk considerations
  • Practical strategies for integrating AI into project management workflows and decision-making processes

Who Should Take This Course

Audience

No experience necessary! This program is suitable for individuals seeking to enter the field of project management or for current project managers who desire additional education and training on project management skills and techniques.

Why You Should Take This Course

Upon completion of AI Foundations for Project Managers, participants will be able to:

  • Explain foundational AI concepts, capabilities, limitations, and emerging applications relevant to project management.
  • Apply prompt engineering techniques to generate effective, accurate, and reliable AI-assisted outputs.
  • Utilize AI tools to support project planning, communication, documentation, analysis, and reporting activities.
  • Evaluate AI-generated content for quality, accuracy, bias, and appropriateness within professional environments.
  • Identify opportunities to improve project efficiency, collaboration, and decision-making through responsible AI adoption.
  • Describe the unique considerations, risks, governance requirements, and best practices associated with managing AI-enabled projects.
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