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AI for Everyone

This introductory course offers a comprehensive look at generative AI, focusing on its practical application in a variety of business contexts. Start by exploring AI’s transformative impact on industries and the way people work. Then get hands-on training in AI technologies like ChatGPT, empowering you to boost productivity, streamline operations, capture new customers and spearhead […]

Introduction to AI Concepts and Tools

Designed for practitioners—not researchers or developers—this course focuses on how to evaluate, integrate and discuss AI solutions within your organization. You will also explore key ethical, operational and business implications, including data privacy, bias, and sustainability.

AI For Everyone

AI is not only for engineers. If you want your organization to become better at using AI, this is the course to tell everyone–especially your non-technical colleagues–to take. Though this course is largely non-technical, engineers can also take this course to learn the business aspects of AI.

Introduction to Generative AI

This is an introductory level microlearning course aimed at explaining what Generative AI is, how it is used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning methods. It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all around us, seamlessly integrated into our daily lives and work. Enroll in this course to understand key AI terminologies and applications, launch your AI career, or transform your existing one.

Generative AI Studios

The Weekly Wednesday Studio Sessions (1-2pm) are open for all faculty and staff at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan on teaching and learning topics related to the use of tools such as ChatGPT, Stability AI, Google Bard and others.

AI and Cloud Strategy: Fundamentals

In this course, explore AI cloud services and gain an understanding of the security concerns that must be addressed as well as the cost-savings associated with the adoption of cloud-based AI solutions.

OpenAI Academy

Unlock the opportunities of the AI era by equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to harness artificial intelligence effectively.

Generative AI for beginners – A 12 lesson course 

Microsoft has created and made freely available a 12 lesson AI course for beginners.

Microsoft AI Learning Hub

Begin your AI learning journey with curated Plans and resources, designed to support business and technical roles, individuals, and organizations in building AI skills.

Google AI Essentials

With Google AI Essentials, you’ll learn how to use generative AI tools to help speed up daily tasks, make more informed decisions, and develop new ideas and content.

Foundations of Prompt Engineering

In this course, you will learn the principles, techniques, and the best practices for designing effective prompts. This course introduces the basics of prompt engineering, and progresses to advanced prompt techniques. 

Guide on the use of Generative AI

The Canadian federal government has released staff guidelines that can be referenced for use of Generative AI in your daily work.