Overview
The Navigating AI Transformation programme is a comprehensive 8-week micro-credential designed to equip professionals, executives, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and future leaders with the knowledge and strategic insight required to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence.
As organisations across industries embrace AI-driven innovation, leaders must understand not only the opportunities presented by AI but also the ethical, governance, societal, and implementation challenges that accompany this transformation. This programme provides a balanced and practical understanding of AI, enabling participants to make informed decisions and lead successful AI adoption initiatives within their organisations and sectors.
Developed by the Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership & Public Policy (BALPP), operating under the S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike National Memorial Foundation, the programme combines expert guidance, real-world case studies, and strategic frameworks to help participants thrive in an increasingly AI-powered future.
Whether you are a business leader, government official, professional, entrepreneur, academic, or student seeking to understand AI’s impact on society and industry, this programme offers practical insights and future-ready knowledge for the age of AI transformation.
Course Content
Demystifying AI – Foundations for All Leaders
Build a clear understanding of Artificial Intelligence, its capabilities, limitations, and its growing influence across industries and public institutions.
Global AI Governance – Frameworks, Values, and Approaches
Explore international AI governance models, policy frameworks, regulatory approaches, and emerging global standards shaping responsible AI development.
Ethical AI – Beyond Compliance
Understand the ethical implications of AI systems, including fairness, transparency, accountability, privacy, and responsible deployment practices.
AI’s Societal Impact – Opportunities and Disruptions
Examine how AI is transforming economies, labour markets, education, healthcare, public services, and everyday life while addressing emerging challenges and risks.
Strategic AI Applications – A Balanced View
Discover practical AI use cases across sectors and learn how organisations can strategically leverage AI to improve efficiency, innovation, and decision-making.
Implementation Pathways – From Theory to Practice
Learn proven frameworks and methodologies for successful AI adoption, integration, organisational readiness, and change management. Risk Management and Mitigation
Identify potential risks associated with AI implementation and explore strategies to manage technological, operational, legal, and reputational challenges.
Leadership in the AI Era – A Critical Approach
Develop leadership capabilities required to guide organisations through technological transformation while maintaining human-centred decision-making and governance.
Certificate Award
Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a highly recognised certificate awarded by the Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership & Public Policy (BALPP), Sri Lanka’s pioneering leadership and public policy institution operating under the S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike National Memorial Foundation.
More than just a certificate, this programme provides participants with expert guidance, practical frameworks, strategic insights, and future-focused knowledge that can be immediately applied in professional and organisational settings to successfully navigate and lead AI transformation initiatives.
Schedule
- Classes are held every Friday starting from 31st July, 2026.
- Location: BALPP Premises at BMICH.
Course Fee
- The course fee is 30,000 LKR.
Why Join
- Gain a strategic understanding of AI beyond technical concepts.
- Learn directly from industry experts and thought leaders.
- Understand global AI governance, ethics, and emerging trends.
- Develop practical frameworks for AI adoption and implementation.
- Strengthen leadership capabilities for the AI-driven future.
- Earn a recognised certificate from BALPP upon successful completion.
Lead with confidence. Navigate transformation. Shape the future with AI.
