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AI Advantage: AI Course for Business Leaders: Foundational Certificate
Pay-in-full online from $899*(RRP $999)
From $0 per week
Learn the fundamental skills you need to design a successful service, all at your own pace and with access to industry-vetted AI Advantage content.
- Self-paced
- No prerequisites
- 6 months access, 12 hours
- Personal project
We’re launching a subscription model for all Foundational Certificate courses.
Academy Xi students now have the option to subscribe to our entire range of Foundational Certificate courses across all our portfolios for a monthly fee. Use this as a way to gain a wider digital skillset and give yourself an advantage as you compete for roles in the ever-changing employment landscape.
Our graduates are now the driving force behind some of Australia’s most innovative brands
Why choose this course?
No prerequisites or previous experience required
Launch your AI journey today, no matter what level of experience you have! Our beginner-friendly approach will help get you up to speed in no time.
Flexible and self-paced
With 6 months access, the speed at which you tackle online course content is up to you. Study at your own pace and fit learning into your busy lifestyle.
Created for Curious Beginners
Our Foundational Certificate courses help quench your curiosity by teaching the basics of AI Advantage. Easy, affordable, and perfect for independent learners.
What your curriculum looks like
Learn the basics of AI Advantage within 6 months. You’ll work through online course content at your own pace, and receive expert feedback at the end of the course.
- Module 1
- Module 2
- Module 3
- Module 4
- Module 5
Module 1
The AI Landscape Unpacked
- Explain fundamental AI concepts, including Machine Learning, Neural Networks, and Deep Learning.
- Understand the principles of supervised and unsupervised learning.
- Describe key AI technologies and their real-world and business applications.
- Identify how organisations use AI to improve efficiency, decision-making, and customer experience.
- Recognise the ethical considerations involved in deploying AI systems.
- Differentiate between types of AI systems and understand their benefits and challenges.
- Understand how AI technologies such as facial recognition and self-driving cars operate in everyday scenarios.
- Evaluate the advantages and limitations of AI technology.
Module 2
AI in Action: Real-World Examples
Understand how AI improves patient outcomes and reduces costs in healthcare.
Explore AI’s role in finance, including predictive analytics and automated investing.
Learn how AI helps marketing through personalisation, lead scoring, and targeted campaigns.
Identify AI applications across multiple industries.
Recognise opportunities and challenges of AI within your own field.
Learn how to evaluate the ROI of AI investments in business operations.
Module 3
Crafting a Winning AI Strategy
- Understand how AI strategies align with business goals, identify integration opportunities, and manage risks.
- Evaluate current and emerging AI solutions for business challenges, comparing pros and cons to select the best option.
Module 4
Articulating the AI Advantage
- Simplify complex technology concepts for non-technical audience.
- Create effective AI adoption pitches.
- Engage senior leadership to drive AI initiatives.
Module 5
The Road Ahead
- Review how AI solves challenges across different industries.
- Create a strategic AI roadmap, balancing benefits and risks.
Outcomes
- AI knowledge & confidence
- Practical AI implementation
- Strategic AI planning
- Effective AI communication
- Executive engagement & leadership buy-in
Need more details about our AI courses?
Our course guides contain everything you need to know about our AI Advantage courses, including…
- Topics covered
- How you’ll learn
- Course outcomes, and more!
Prepare your final portfolio for feedback
At the end of your Foundational Certificate course, an industry expert will review your portfolio and provide structured feedback on what you have done well and ways you can improve.
- Work through online learning material
- Complete practical activities throughout each topic
- Build your portfolio with a unique personal project
- Submit your final portfolio for expert feedback
"I was promoted to a service design role after three months as a project coordinator. Having the project that we worked on as a portfolio piece was critical to me gaining the role. "
Christine Theodore, Service Design ElevateSenior Service Designer 
"After working in CX for over a year alongside talented Design practitioners, I was really drawn to the processes, unique opportunities and genuine social impact delivered through Service Design. It’s been the best experience curating and crafting my own design portfolio to help solve social issues I’m most passionate about. The course has reaffirmed my passion, confidence and capability in Service Design as the next step for me."
Sitara Ramakrishnan , Service Design Elevate 
"I loved everything about the Service Design course I did at Academy Xi, working on a real project from start to finish. It was creative, well structured and enjoyable. As a digital professional, it has given me extra tools and frameworks to complement my work in different and interesting ways."
Tania Wilson, Service Design ElevateDigital Marketing and Experience Manager 
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Why study Service Design at Academy Xi?
Powerful resources
Get access to an abundance of Service Design resources on our learning portal including videos, slide decks, workbook, quizzes and useful tools.
Learn on your own terms
A flexible learning experience so you can learn at your own pace in a manner that suits your lifestyle.
Walk away with a portfolio piece
Stand out with a unique portfolio that showcases your project work and new Service Design skills.
Earn a digital credential
Graduate with an industry-recognised digital credential and certificate to boost your employment prospects.
Fees & payment options
We offer a range of flexible payment options so you can achieve your goals today, and pay at your own pace.
No deposit
Study Now, Pay Later
Choose weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments over a repayment term of up to 6 months, with no deposit and 100% interest-free.
Weekly repayments from
$0/week
PAYMENTS
From $55 /week
DISCOUNTED
Pay upfront
Pay for your course upfront to receive a discount on the full amount, and be eligible for any additional special offers.
Total cost of course
$899
TOTAL COST OF COURSE
$TBC $TBC
Student success stories
Our students come from different walks of life and have supercharged their careers, landing coveted jobs in the Design, Tech, and Marketing fields.
From Media Buyer to Experience Designer
Berlin Liew
Being introduced to UX design was a defining moment for Berlin; one that changed her career path and set her on a journey of self discovery. Berlin spoke with us about her experience studying UX Design and her ongoing passion for mentoring.
Berlin Liew, abc
From HR to Entrepreneur
Julie Dal Santo
After working for years in Human Resources, Julie was looking for something new to study to reclaim her ‘professional mojo’. Little did Julie know at the time, but training in User Experience Design was going to lead to her leaving her profession and starting up her own successful enterprise.
Julie Dal Santo, abc
From Cook to UX/UI Designer
Sanjay Jaya
Ten minutes after his interview, Jay got an offer: a dream job that’s a product of his learning experience, hard work, self-belief, and a little help from our career support team. Read about Jay’s professional journey and how he navigated his career path in a new industry and a new country.
Sanjay Jaya, abc
Some frequently asked questions
Effective AI use is critical for business leaders to drive transformation and stay competitive in an AI-driven market. Leveraging these tools streamlines operations through automation, improves decision-making with data-backed insights, and ensures the workforce is future-proofed against emerging digital shifts.
By mastering AI strategy, leaders can attract and retain top talent while delivering immediate, high-impact results for their organisations.
No, this 12-hour course is specifically designed for executives and decision-makers with no technical background required. Instead of learning to code, the program focuses on giving you a strong understanding of AI potential and terminology so you can lead with confidence.
The course guides you through crafting a winning AI strategy tailored to your organisation’s unique requirements. You will learn how to align AI initiatives with existing company objectives, identify high-impact integration opportunities, and assess implementation risks. By the end of the program, you will have developed a strategic roadmap to integrate AI into your specific projects.
In this course, you’ll experience our ‘flipped classroom’ style of learning, where students cover course content independently before coming together to discuss concepts, ask questions and collaborate with mentor support. You’ll learn through a combination of:
Readings- Pre-recorded videos
- Regular live sessions with your mentor and peers
- 1:1 sessions with your mentor
- Hands-on activities and practical project work
- Q&A via chat and discussion boards
We offer three online course formats across design, tech and business that deliver a range of practical outcomes:
Advanced Certificate courses teach job-ready skills and help you launch a new career
Professional Certificate courses expand your existing skill set and progress your career
Foundational Certificate courses teach introductory skills and build a knowledge base
To ensure our students secure their dream roles, we are proud to offer the Academy Xi Career Growth Guarantee for all Advanced Certificate courses. We assure your success with our placement rate, which means it is highly unlikely that you won’t get a role within the 180 day Career Support Program offered after graduation.
If for any reason you don’t secure a role within 180 days of your program, we will provide additional courses of your choice and additional career support – free of charge.
To find out if you qualify for our Career Growth Guarantee, please read the requirements outlined in our Terms & Conditions.
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