AI Governance Essentials

This course can also be delivered as in-house training and tailored to your board. Contact us to find out more.

Course description

As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how organisations operate, it’s increasingly important for boards to lead with confidence and clarity. AI Governance Essentials is designed to equip directors with the knowledge and frameworks needed to oversee AI responsibly and strategically.

This one day, in-person course expands on the key concepts covered in our online course. Delivered through real-world scenarios with experienced facilitators, group discussions, exercises and practical tools, it empowers directors to ask the right questions and align AI initiatives with organisational strategy and values.

Participants will gain insights into the practical applications of generative AI, explore the emerging risks and opportunities associated with integrating AI into your organisation, and walk away with a five-step roadmap to guide your board’s AI journey.

Whether your organisation is exploring AI adoption or already integrating it, this course supports board-level leadership that is both ethical and future focused.

Digital credential available

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an IoD Digital Credential badge, issued by Credly by Pearson, to recognise your learning. Find out more about credentials here.

Content covered

Through interactive sessions and expert facilitation, this course will cover:

• • AI 101: The fundamentals and beyond – Gain a deep understanding of AI essentials, from generative AI and machine learning to automation, demystifying complex concepts and their real-world impact.
  • AI case studies – Explore business applications of AI through case studies, uncovering key lessons, ethical considerations, and regulatory challenges.
  • AI in Aotearoa: A local and global perspective – Navigate the evolving AI landscape by exploring New Zealand’s unique context and international trends, including insights into legal and regulatory frameworks.
  • Managing AI risks and opportunities – Identify and mitigate key AI risks such as bias, security vulnerabilities and compliance challenges, while discovering transformative potential for governance and decision-making.
  • AI governance frameworks – Align AI strategies with boardroom responsibilities under the IoD’s Four Pillars of Governance, clearly defining the roles of directors and management in responsible AI oversight.
  • Essential resources and guides – Access expert insights, downloadable scenarios, AI policy templates, and a practical five-step framework to integrate AI effectively into governance structures.

Duration

8:30am to 5:00pm

Who should attend

All directors

Discounts

Essentials courses discount Register for three or more one-day Essentials courses and receive a 10% discount. Your discount will be automatically applied to your shopping cart at checkout.

Attend with your colleagues and save

Register three or four attendees from the same organisation on a course and receive a 10% discount. Your discount will be automatically applied to your shopping cart at checkout. No more than four people from one organisation should attend the same course date. If you have any questions about the number limit, or the discount offer please phone +64 4 499 0076 and speak to one of the delivery team. (This discount does not apply to conferences.)