Welcome to the “Introduction to AI for finance professionals” — a unique, hands-on course designed to help you build foundational AI and Generative AI literacy. In this course, you’ll discover how Generative AI is transforming the finance profession, explore key risks and best practices, while experimenting with powerful AI tools in interactive, finance-focused applications.
Introduction to AI for finance professionals
Introduction to AI for finance professionals
This course is part of AI for Finance Specialization
Instructor: AI Business School
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Beginner level
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5 hours to complete
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October 2025
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This course is part of the AI for Finance Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
Gain foundational AI and GenAI literacy with hands-on exercises. This module introduces the fast-changing world of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI (GenAI), focusing on what these current technologies are, how they operate, and how they are transforming the way we work.
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5 videos6 readings1 assignment3 plugins
This module explores how AI transforms key roles and workflows in finance. You’ll also gain hands-on exposure to impactful use cases and tools, laying the foundation for creating AI-powered solutions tailored to your daily finance routines.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
Understand and avoid risks related to AI. During this module you will become aware of the most relevant limitations and risks related to the use of AI. And you will learn how to effectively address the most important risks. The first part covers the main AI-related risk groups like company-specific, social and existential risks. The second part gives practical advice on how to interact with AI solutions to minimize the risk exposure. At the end you will receive access to a summary document.
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6 videos3 readings1 assignment
Congratulations! You're about to complete the final stretch of your course. Before you obtain your certificate, you'll just need to complete the final assessment. Good luck!
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