Become Your Organization’s AI Champion
A 6-Week Certification Program for South Africa
Transform from an AI observer to an AI leader.
Our exclusive AI Champion Certification Program equips you with the strategic knowledge and practical tools to drive AI transformation in your organization.
Highly practical, up-to-date, 0% tech, 100% business value.
Next COHORT starting on
March 17th, 2025
ONLY ZAR 9000 + VAT/PERSON
(price outside South Africa: US$ 1497)
These and many other companies and organisations trust our AI expertise:
- European Commission
- Mercedes-Benz
- FRB First Rand Bank
- Capitec
- Udemy
- and many more
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Axel Rittershaus is your head coach of this program
- 1993 – 2002 IT Entrepreneur
- 2002 – 2007 Senior Manager Accenture and IT Consultancy
- 2008 – today Advisor and Coach in AI and Leadership for global organizations
Axel started using AI in 1998…
Just saying…
He will be joined by other experts in AI, compliance, etc. throughout the program.
40.046 attendees have completed one of our 3 AI online courses (1/2025)
Exclusive Pricing for South African Customers: ZAR 9000 / person + VAT
(regular, international price: US$ 1497/person)
Why Become an AI Champion?
In today’s business landscape, every organization needs people who can bridge the gap between AI’s potential and practical implementation.
AI Champions are
- the architects of digital transformation,
- the translators between technical teams and business strategy,
- and the driving force behind successful AI adoption.
Program Overview
Over six weeks, you’ll join an exclusive cohort of forward-thinking people for live, interactive sessions led by industry experts and AI practitioners.
Each module combines strategic insights with practical applications, ensuring you can immediately apply your learning to your organization.
Weekly Modules
Week 1: The AI Champion’s Mindset
- Understanding the AI landscape beyond the hype
- Identifying transformative AI opportunities in your industry
- Developing an AI vision for your organization
Week 2: Strategic AI Implementation
- Building your AI roadmap
- Resource allocation and team structure
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Week 3: AI Project Portfolio Management
- Evaluating and prioritizing AI initiatives
- Managing stakeholder expectations
- Measuring ROI and success metrics
Week 4: Building AI-Ready Teams
- Cultivating AI literacy across your organization
- Change management for AI adoption
- Bridging technical and business teams
Week 5: AI Governance and Ethics
- Developing responsible AI frameworks
- Ensuring compliance with AI regulations
- Managing AI risks and ethical considerations
- Understanding the most relevant global legal AI frameworks (like the EU AI Act)
Week 6: Future-Proofing Your AI Strategy
- Staying ahead of AI trends and developments
- Building sustainable AI capabilities
- Creating an innovation culture
- Live workshop: Developing your long-term AI vision
Program Features
- Live Interactive Webinars: 2 hour interactive sessions with your AI coach
- Peer Network: Connect with fellow AI Champions from diverse industries
- Real-World Applications: Practice with actual business cases and scenarios
- Alumni Network: Join a growing community of certified AI Champions
Certification Process
Complete your journey by passing our comprehensive certification exam, demonstrating your ability to guide your organization into the future.
Program Fee
International fee: US$ 1497 per person including certification fee. (+ VAT if applicable)
SOUTH AFRICAN LOCAL PRICING: ZAR 9000 + VAT
If you are interested to run an exclusive cohort for your company, please reach out to us for special offers: Contact form
Money Back Guarantee
If you are not happy with the program after the first module, you can cancel before attending the second module and will receive a full refund.
Who should attend the AI Champion program
First and foremost: You don’t need to be a technical or IT person!
Being an AI Champion is rather a communicator, a bridge builder, a multiplier within your organization.
You should be curious about AI in general, be open to new ideas, willing to assist your colleagues and management to think differently.
Next Cohort starting…
Cohort 3/2025
Each session runs for 2 hours.
Recordings will be made available for participants who can’t attend.
- March 17th, 2 PM (South African Standard Time)
- March 24th, 2 PM
- March 31st, 2 PM
- April 9th, 2 PM
- April 14th, 2 PM
- April 21st, 2 PM
Most asked questions about our AI Champion Certificate Program
How much time do I need to invest in the program?
We understand that your time is extremely valuable.
The program requires just 2 hours per week for live sessions.
All sessions are recorded for flexible viewing, and assignments are designed to solve your current business challenges, making them immediately valuable to your organization.
Many participants find that the time invested in the program actually saves them months of trial and error in AI implementation.
How is this different from other AI courses?
The AI Champion Certification is not a technical course – it’s a strategic leadership program designed specifically for executives. You’ll get:
- Live interaction with industry experts
- Real-world case studies
- Personal coaching sessions
- Access to an exclusive peer network
- Practical frameworks for immediate implementation
Do I need technical expertise to join?
No technical background is required.
The program focuses on strategic decision-making and leadership skills.
You’ll learn enough technical concepts to effectively communicate with technical teams, but the emphasis is on evaluation frameworks and asking the right questions rather than technical implementation details.
How practical is the program?
The program is highly practical, with every module including:
- Real-world implementation exercises
- Assignments focused on your organization’s specific challenges
- Personal coaching to adapt frameworks to your context
- Development of your 90-day AI action plan
Should we wait until AI is more mature in our industry?
Organizations waiting to build AI capabilities are falling behind their competitors.
This program helps you identify immediate, practical AI applications while building the capabilities you need before they become urgent.
You’ll learn to evaluate which AI solutions are mature enough for implementation and develop risk management strategies for early adoption.
Shouldn't we send our technical team instead?
While technical expertise is important, AI transformation requires strategic business leadership.
This program bridges the gap between business strategy and technical implementation, helping you effectively lead both technical and non-technical teams.
You’ll learn to create alignment between technical capabilities and business objectives while building organization-wide AI literacy.
What happens after the six weeks?
Your journey doesn’t end with certification. You’ll receive:
- Lifetime access to our regularly updated resource library
- Membership in our active alumni network
- Quarterly update sessions on latest AI developments
- Access to alumni-only events and webinars
- Continued access to all frameworks and tools
How soon will we see results?
You’ll begin applying frameworks from week one of the program.
During the six weeks, you’ll develop your organization’s AI roadmap, gain access to evaluation tools and templates, and create a concrete 90-day action plan.
Many participants identify and implement quick wins within the first two weeks of the program.
What's included in the investment?
Your program investment includes:
- Six weeks of live interactive sessions
- 2 years access to our resource library
- Certification exam
- Alumni network membership for 12 months
Are you doing business in the EU?
The AI Champion Certification is Your Key to EU AI Act Compliance
Meet the EU AI Act’s strict requirements with our comprehensive AI Champion Certification program.
As mandated by the regulation, organizations must ensure proper AI governance and employee education. Our certification transforms your people into qualified AI Champions, helping your organization achieve and maintain compliance while maximizing AI potential. Your AI Champions will internally ensure the overall compliance with EU AI Act.
Don’t risk non-compliance!
You have further questions?
You want to sign up your own, company-internal cohort at your preferred times?
Just send us a message and we will answer: Contact us
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