Public Sector

Artificial Intelligence for Public Sector Program: Essentials (AIPSP 101)

This course is a non-technical introduction to AI for Public Sector Professionals. It is designed for public sector professionals interested in better understanding and leveraging artificial intelligence strategically, effectively and responsibly. This course is intended for leaders, managers and individual contributors across Government agencies looking to understand AI's implications and applications. No technical background is required.

  • Format: Self-directed Online
  • Duration: Approx. 10 Hours
  • Prerequisites: Openness to learning new things.
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Description

The program provides essential knowledge for public sector professionals navigating AI transformation, whether making strategic decisions,
implementing AI initiatives, or developing hands-on skills.

Here are just a few benefits you can expect:

  • Advance Your Expertise: Stay ahead with cutting-edge insights tailored to public procurement challenges.
  • Build Practical Solutions: Apply proven frameworks to deliver impactful results in your organization.
  • Learn With Purpose: Gain skills designed to elevate your strategic thinking and decision-making.
  • Expand Your Network: Foster meaningful connections with industry leaders and fellow professionals.
Part One | Understanding Artificial Intelligence
  • Core AI concepts and capabilities
  • Traditional use cases across Government
  • The Generative AI revolution
  • Implications and the path forward
Part Two | Practical Applications
  • Identifying and evaluating use cases
  • Planning for Large Language Models
  • Working with AI (including ‘prompting’)
  • Hands-on demonstrations
  • Implementation approaches
Part Three | Introduction to AI Governance
  • Navigating external risks
  • Implementing Responsible AI
  • Understanding global regulation
  • Designing effective governance
  • Leading cultural transformation

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  • Understand AI fundamentals and their implications for the public sector
  • Identify potential AI use cases and implementation approaches
  • Evaluate AI solutions and guide teams through transformation
  • Develop practical skills for working with AI systems
  • Understand AI governance and risk management frameworks
  • Lead cultural change while maintaining public service excellence

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Upon completion of this course, participants will have a solid foundation to approach AI integration for their teams and organizations with confidence and practical insight. This includes the ability to think about the AI opportunity:

  • Strategically: Understanding what AI is (and isn’t) to identify opportunities and obstacles
  • Effectively: Learning from decades of Government AI implementations to hit the ground running
  • Responsibly: Embracing AI opportunities while understanding and managing emerging risks

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  • 3, 6, 12 months –> $300.00 to $1,499.99
  • 6, 12, 24 months –> $1,500.00 to $2,999.99
  • 12, 24, 36 months –> $3,000.00 to $15,000.00

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The PSPP® counts as 100 Education Hours for the CPPB and CPPO designations offered through the UPPCC. Please check with the UPPCC for confirmation, as requirements may change. In addition, PSPP® courses can be applied to education hours required under professional development credits for many other designations and certifications, such as the SCMP and PMP. Please confirm with your individual professional body in advance, as requirements may change and each organization may have a different approach.

Details PSPP® CMPSP™ AIPSP Webinars
Canadian Sector Public Public + Private Public Public
Focus Procurement Contract Management Artificial Intelligence Procurement
Format Instructor led + self-learning Instructor led + self-learning Self-learning Instructor led
Target Audience Procurement Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP,
Sourcing Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP,
Purchase Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP		 People supporting Canadian clients with procurement and contracting projects including procurement and contract professionals, paralegals, lawyers, engineers, and architects Any Government employee Procurement Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP,
Sourcing Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP,
Purchase Analyst/Specialist/Manager/Director/VP
Also applicable for Learning enthusiasts seeking a career,
People wishing to switch from private to public sector,
Private vendors who serve Government customers		 Learning enthusiasts seeking a career Learning enthusiasts seeking a career,
People wishing to switch from private to public sector		 People wishing to switch from private to public sector,
Private vendors who serve Government customers

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