Program Overview:
For non-technical individuals, a 3-month AI diploma should focus on prompt engineering, practical understanding and usage of AI tools rather than coding or algorithm development. The goal is to empower professionals to use AI to automate tasks, make better decisions, and boost productivity in business or administrative environments.
Target Audience:
Office professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, administrative staff, educators, HR personnel, and non-technical students.
Program Objectives:
- Demystify AI concepts in simple terms.
- Demonstrate AI tools that enhance workplace efficiency.
- Prompt Engineering and for the automation of routine tasks (emails, reports, data entry).
- Improve decision-making using data-driven AI tools.
- Use generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, DALL·E) for content creation and problem-solving.
AI for Professionals – Course Overview
Week | Topics | Key Tools & Platforms |
Week 1 | What is AI? What it can and can’t do Examples of AI in daily life and work AI myths and misconceptions | ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot |
Week 2 | Introduction to Generative AI Ethical use of AI in the workplace, prompt engineering | Google Gemini, DALL·E |
Week | Topics | Key Tools & Platforms |
Week 3 | How to use ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini Automating emails, reports, and customer responses | ChatGPT, Copilot, Gmail + AI plugins |
Week 4 | Using AI for meeting summaries, task management Smart document creation (Word, Excel, Slides) | Otter.ai, Notion AI, Microsoft 365 AI |
Week 5 | Best AI-powered Chrome extensions & plugins | Zapier, Canva AI, Trello AI |
Week | Topics | Key Tools & Platforms |
Week 6 | AI in content creation (emails, blogs, presentations) AI for social media management | ChatGPT, Canva AI, Hootsuite AI |
Week 7 | AI in customer service and virtual assistants AI for recruitment & resume screening | Fireflies.ai, LinkedIn AI tools |
Week 8 | AI-powered employee evaluations and HR automation | AI-powered employee evaluations and HR automation |
Week | Topics | Key Tools & Platforms |
Week 9 | AI in business decision-making AI for finance & budgeting (Excel + AI add-ins) | Microsoft Copilot, Google Duet AI |
Week 10 | Capstone: AI-powered productivity solution for a business scenario | Trello AI, Zapier |
Week 11-12 | Presentations and Feedback Certification etc. | – |
Presentations and Feedback Certification etc.
Category | Tools |
AI Assistants | ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini |
Office & Productivity | Microsoft 365 AI, Google Duet AI (Docs, Sheets, Slides) |
Design & Creativity | Canva AI, DALL·E |
Task Automation | Zapier, Trello AI, Notion AI |
Meeting & Transcription | Otter.ai, Fireflies.ai |
Additional Notes:
- Hands-on Learning: Each module includes practical exercises using real-world AI tools.
- Capstone Project: Participants will develop an AI-powered solution for a business case.
- Certification: Awarded upon successful completion of assignments and final project.
Program Fees:
PKR 80,000
(Exclusive of Tax)
Application Deadline:
10th, July 2025
Starting From:
12th, July 2025
Duration:
10 weeks
Sessions:
2 sessions per week (3 hours per session)
Prerequisites:
Basic computer literacy, no programming experience required.
Venue
EMEC @IoBM, Karachi
Registration
Program Facilitator
Dr. WAZIR ALI
Ph.D (Artificial Intelligence)
Assistant Professor, Program Head (IoBM)
AHMED ZULQARNAIN QADRI
Corporate Trainer
Cutting age AI Solution Architect