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Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence from Theory to Practice

Understanding artificial intelligence no longer belongs only to specialists. This course gives professionals a clear, jargon free grounding in how these systems work and where they apply. Delegates move from core theory to hands on examples they can relate to their own work.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain the core concepts behind artificial intelligence in plain language
  • Distinguish between the main types of intelligent systems
  • Describe how data is used to train and improve models
  • Identify realistic use cases across common business functions
  • Recognise the limits, risks and ethical concerns involved
  • Apply basic evaluation to judge whether a tool fits a need

Course outline

  1. 01What artificial intelligence really is
  2. 02Types of intelligent systems
  3. 03The role of data
  4. 04How systems learn
  5. 05Practical use cases
  6. 06Limits, risks and ethics
  7. 07Evaluating tools for real needs

Who should attend

Professionals from any background who want a solid and practical understanding of artificial intelligence and its uses.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026Durban3R13,000
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
14 to 16 Sep 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Dubai3US$1,500
28 to 30 Sep 2026Lagos3US$1,500
5 to 7 Oct 2026Harare3US$1,500
12 to 14 Oct 2026Kampala3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026Pretoria3R13,000
2 to 4 Nov 2026Cape Town3R13,000
16 to 18 Nov 2026Online3US$900
23 to 25 Nov 2026Mozambique3US$1,500
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Cairo3US$1,500
7 to 9 Dec 2026Accra3US$1,500
14 to 16 Dec 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026Kigali3US$1,500

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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