AI Essentials for Government Leaders
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Overview
In today's rapidly evolving landscape, understanding both the potential and risks of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is essential for government and public sector leaders. Enhance your capabilities with evolving technology and tools such as generative AI, machine learning and computer vision, as well as your understanding of the ethics, biases, data governance and security considerations surrounding AI's rapid growth.
Through interactive sessions, case studies and hands-on experience, you'll gain a framework for identifying opportunities to leverage AI, navigate ethical considerations and lead your teams through digital transformation.
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Focus
The AI revolution is here, transforming businesses and societies alike. This program equips government leaders with skills and insights to navigate this transformative landscape. You'll gain insights into critical considerations for AI investment and build a roadmap for successful enterprise-wide adoption.
- Gain a clear understanding of AI in simple terms.
- Develop a framework for pinpointing relevant AI applications within your organization.
- Craft a roadmap for building AI capabilities within your organization.
- Learn how to evaluate the return on investment (ROI) from AI implementation.
- Integrate ethical considerations into AI design and implementation.
- Mitigate risks and craft policies and regulations associated with emerging technology.
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Schedule & Topics
The program begins at 9am each day at our Sands Family Grounds location in Rosslyn with breakfast available at 8:15am. There will be a reception and dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday at 5pm. The program wraps up at 2:30pm on Thursday. Featured session topics include:
- Demystifying AI: What is AI? Capabilities and limitations, and relevance for government
- Opportunities and Risks with AI in Government Sector: Exploring AI's potential across various government functions.
- Building AI Capability: Strategies for developing human capital and infrastructure to support AI initiatives.
- Responsible Leadership with AI: Examining bias, fairness, and responsible AI development.
- Managing AI Projects in the Public Sector: How to guide your team through integrating AI into existing processes.
- Story Telling and Decision Making with Data
- AI and Society: Exploring the broader societal implications of AI.
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Impact & Outcomes
This program empowers you with the perspective and skills to effectively implement new technology and build your organization’s capabilities in:
- Generative AI
- Chat GPT
- Smart Cities
- Machine Learning
- Robotic Process Automation
- Natural Language processing
- Computer vision
- Ethics of AI
- Bias and Fairness in AI
- Data Governance
- Cybersecurity
- Biometrics
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Participant Profile
Designed for government sector and related industry leaders seeking a foundational understanding of AI to drive efficiency and innovation within their organization.
- Government Agencies & Departments
- Public Policy Professionals
- Regulatory Agencies
- Industries involved in Government contracts
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Location & Accommodations
Location
UVA Darden DC Metro
1100 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VirginiaMaterials and some meals are included in your program fee.
Lodging
Accommodations are not included in the program fee and should be arranged by the participant. Recommended accommodations include:
Hyatt Centric Arlington
1325 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia, 22209
Tel: +1-703-525-1234Le Méridien Arlington
1121 North 19th Street, Arlington, VA 22209
Telephone: +1-703-351-9170
The program begins at 9am each day at our Sands Family Grounds location in Rosslyn with breakfast available at 8:15am. There will be a reception and dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday at 5pm. The program wraps up at 2:30pm on Thursday. Featured session topics include:
- Demystifying AI: What is AI? Capabilities and limitations, and relevance for government
- Opportunities and Risks with AI in Government Sector: Exploring AI's potential across various government functions.
- Building AI Capability: Strategies for developing human capital and infrastructure to support AI initiatives.
- Responsible Leadership with AI: Examining bias, fairness, and responsible AI development.
- Managing AI Projects in the Public Sector: How to guide your team through integrating AI into existing processes.
- Story Telling and Decision Making with Data
- AI and Society: Exploring the broader societal implications of AI.
This program empowers you with the perspective and skills to effectively implement new technology and build your organization’s capabilities in:
- Generative AI
- Chat GPT
- Smart Cities
- Machine Learning
- Robotic Process Automation
- Natural Language processing
- Computer vision
- Ethics of AI
- Bias and Fairness in AI
- Data Governance
- Cybersecurity
- Biometrics
Designed for government sector and related industry leaders seeking a foundational understanding of AI to drive efficiency and innovation within their organization.
- Government Agencies & Departments
- Public Policy Professionals
- Regulatory Agencies
- Industries involved in Government contracts
Location
UVA Darden DC Metro
1100 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia
Materials and some meals are included in your program fee.
Lodging
Accommodations are not included in the program fee and should be arranged by the participant. Recommended accommodations include:
Hyatt Centric Arlington
1325 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia, 22209
Tel: +1-703-525-1234
Le Méridien Arlington
1121 North 19th Street, Arlington, VA 22209
Telephone: +1-703-351-9170
Earn Your Certificate
AI Essentials for Government Leaders counts as one program toward a noncredit Darden Certificate in Leadership & Management. Complete this program and three additional programs to earn your certificate.
Faculty
Rajkumar Venkatesan
Ronald Trzcinski Professor of Business Administration
Yael Grushka-Cockayne
Professor of Business Administration, Altec Styslinger Foundation Bicentennial Chair in Business Administration, Senior Associate Dean for Professional Degree Programs
Bidhan L. Parmar
Associate Dean for Faculty Development , Shannon G. Smith Bicentennial Associate Professor of Business Administration
