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AI for Business

Are you?

Are you a small to medium-sized business leader keen to integrate AI wisely? 

Maybe you are unfamiliar with AI and want to know more?

OK maybe just cautious (and avoiding!) but want to stay competitive?

 

Our course helps you assess your business’s AI readiness, determine the appropriate scale for AI deployment, and understand the associated risks.

We’ll help you identify areas that might need improvement and what AI readiness looks like.

We want to help you embrace new possibilities, foster positive change in your business and workplace, and build resilience in an era of rapid, disruptive innovation.

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– Will your business strategy prepare you to thrive in an AI-driven world?

– Are your current processes set up to handle AI, or do they need adjustments?

– What are the potential risks and gains for your business?

– Is your team ready and equipped to use AI tools safely and effectively?

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What you will get from the course

Please note: Individual results may vary depending on your business context, and the following are general learning outcomes.

As a minimum, participants can expect to:

Learn strategies to assess and improve AI readiness, including safeguarding assets and operations while navigating associated risks in an AI-powered environment.

Understand the pros and cons of AI technology and assess how it could (or should) be integrated into your business. You will come away with an action plan and some ideas of how this may be done.

Gain insights into innovative ways to leverage AI creatively to enhance operations, where appropriate.

Strengthen brand authenticity by ensuring AI integration aligns with your company’s vision and values, supporting rather than diluting your brand.

Businesses without robust data governance and risk management systems may face challenges such as biased AI outputs and operational inefficiencies. (McKinsey & Company, 2024)

“I attended the recent AI event and found it extremely eye-opening and informative. The presentation successfully broke down complex AI topics in a way that was accessible, even for those with limited experience or knowledge of the technology.”

 

You will

Make Sense of AI

  • Explore AI to understand how it impacts small—and medium-sized businesses
  • Learn to deploy AI wisely, integrating it thoughtfully into your strategy to maximise benefits and minimise risks.

Learn Practical Skills and Applications

  • Analyse your organisation’s readiness for AI.
  • Discover the synergy between AI, strategy and operations, identifying where AI could provide the best value.
  • Explore the connection between artificial, analytical, and business intelligence to ensure alignment with your business strategy and vision.

Develop Your Business through a Holistic Approach

  • Build authenticity by developing AI practices that maintain your integrity, vision, and ROI.
  • Identify your unique role in an AI-driven world and leverage your skills to adapt and thrive.
  • Stay centred and focused as you navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Engage in Hands-On Learning

  • Participate in hands-on activities to deepen practical AI knowledge.
  • Set up systems to stay on top of AI developments.
  • Create tangible outputs that can be immediately applied to boost your AI readiness and deployment projects.

Your Tutors

Our course content is based on decades of business, educational, and community experience, complemented by extensive experience innovatively working with emerging technologies.

Each instructor has spent hundreds of hours actively researched AI’s diverse impacts—opportunities and challenges—and is committed to sharing valuable insights with you.”

Our People
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Dr Maggie Buxton (PhD, MSc, BA), Director and Founder of AwhiWorld, brings over thirty years of expertise in coaching, training, organisational development and emerging technologies.

She has extensive experience as a consultant, producer and creative director with a wide range of organisations, from civic institutions and not-for-profits to SMEs and corporates.

Maggie has a cross disciplinary PhD from AUT-Colab and an MSc in Organizational Development and Consulting. Her current research involves leveraging AI for creative innovation.

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Kim Newall (BCT(Hons), MCT) has a thirty-year career in integrating emerging technologies with traditional tools and practices.

In recent years, he has actively researched and integrated AI into all aspects of his creative practice.

Kim has extensive experience coaching and mentoring other creatives in tertiary institutions and community settings and holds a Bachelor’s (Hons) and Master’s in Creative Technologies from AUT University.

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Jarred Taylor (BPhil, BIR), is an accomplished professional with a twenty-five career encompassing risk management, project management, technology, banking, and insurance.

He also has extensive experience in installations and large-scale event management through his involvement with the Burning Man community and his artistic practice.

His expertise in AI, VR, and immersive technologies places him at the forefront of technological integration in corporate and creative environments.

AI is changing the business world

“I was very very impressed, not only with the content, which ended up to be very relevant to me personally, but also because [AwhiWorld tutor’s] made the day thoroughly interesting, diverse, relevant and fun. Importantly too, [they] gave us the space to talk about it in our own contexts and draw conclusions ourselves.”

Delivery

Two-Hour Workshops Online or In person

We offer a two-hour workshop online or in person (public workshops or on-site for a specific organisation).

These can be introductory overviews or specific workshops on strategic implementation, effective prompting, creative use of AI, etc. We normally tailor our offerings to the needs and context of specific audiences.

 

Consulting and Coaching Packages

We can work one-to-one and tailor material to your specific needs.

You may be eligible for a discounted or subsidised rate depending on your location.

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“I was sceptical at first with the potential of using AI. After the workshop I came away thinking that even though it is a big scary monster that’s impacting the world in so many ways, It has both positive and negative effects. I learnt that at a community level AI can be a beneficial tool that we can use to progress outcomes faster and perhaps more efficiently.”

 

“Thank you so much for sharing your research with us today. Very insightful, thought provoking and practical….”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who would most benefit?

It is ideal for small business leaders and owners to help them understand AI’s transformative potential.

Technical experts already deploying AI, i.e. coders and developers, will not benefit if this is aimed at beginners up to tech-savvy professionals, not AI professionals. This is also not a course to show how to create AI apps or integrate AI directly in bespoke applications.

How is the course delivered? What are your teaching methods?

Our AI for Business is delivered online (via webinars) and face-to-face in three hour workshops. We combine interactive lectures, practical case studies, and hands-on exercises to explore AI’s intersection with emerging technologies, fostering a holistic learning experience.

Is this course suitable for beginners with no technical background?

Yes, designed for all levels, the AI training starts with foundational AI concepts and integrates emerging tech insights, ensuring accessibility and relevance for diverse learners. Please note that it is not designed for technical experts already deploying AI i.e. coders and developers.

How does this course address ethical considerations in AI?

Ethical frameworks are integrated into the curriculum, emphasising responsible AI practices and holistic perspectives essential for navigating the challenges of this technology being integrated into everything, all at once.

What makes this AI training course unique compared to others?

Our AI training stands out for its holistic approach and is guided by instructors with expertise in creativity, technology, business and social change. They are actively researching AI – the good, bag and ugly and keen to share this knowledge with you.

What’s your question?

We are happy to chat to you, contact us to make a time.

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