Certified AI Board Executive
Anchoring AI strategically & responsibly
Artificial Intelligence is no longer hype – it is already reshaping companies and industries. Board members carry the responsibility to harness opportunities while actively managing risks. The Certified AI Board Executive program equips you with the knowledge, tools, and governance frameworks to guide AI adoption safely and effectively at the board level.
Thursday,
20th November 2025
Half-Day
13:00 am - 17:00pm
PH Zürich
Language: German
Early-Bird until 31th Oct 25
CHF 990.-
CHF 1290
Further dates for the half-day seminar: 5 February 2026, 6 May 2026, 5 September 2026, 3 December 2026
Wednesday,
28 January 2026
Full-Day
08:30 am - 17:00pm
including Networking-Apéro after
Location:
Seedamm Plaza
Language: German
Early-Bird until 30st Nov 25
CHF 2900.-
CHF 3500
Why AI Belongs on the Board Agenda
Artificial Intelligence is no longer just an innovation topic – it directly impacts the duties and responsibilities of the board.
- Legal Duty: Under Swiss CO Art. 716a/717, boards are responsible for strategy, organization, and risk management – including AI.
- Regulatory Pressure: The EU AI Act introduces obligations that also apply to Swiss companies (extraterritorial scope).
- Opportunities & Risks: AI offers huge potential for efficiency and new business models, but also risks such as bias, liability, and reputational damage.
- Competence Gap: Studies show that while one-third of board members consider themselves “AI-ready”, very few companies have implemented actual AI strategies.
In short: AI is not optional – it is a board-level duty to ensure resilience and compliance.
Source: SwissVR Monitor 2025 (Deloitte)
While a third of board members consider themselves personally "AI-fit", the actual implementation of AI strategies at this level is still low.
Certified AI Board Executive Program
Compact (Half-Day Seminar)
Duration: 4 hours (morning or afternoon)
Goal: Essentials & Tools every board member needs
Ideal for BoD members with a tight schedule.
Content:
- Why AI is now a boardroom duty (trends, Swiss CO 716a/717).
- Opportunities & risks for boards – with real cases from banking, insurance & industry.
- Overview of the EU AI Act & Swiss legal framework.
- VR Toolkit: checklists & 5 key questions for every board meeting.
- Introduction to the Board AI Maturity Check.
Highlights:
- Compact & efficient – ideal for busy board agendas.
- Directly applicable tools for your next meeting.
- Certificate awarded: Certified AI Board Executive
Price: CHF 1500.- per person
Full Program (Full-Day) – ⭐Most Popular
Duration: 1 day (incl. networking lunch & closing apéro)
Goal: Deeper dive, practical exercises & exclusive exchange
For BoD members who value networking and in-depth work on the topic.
Content:
- Everything from the half-day course, plus:
- In-depth workshops & roadmap simulation.
- Detailed insights into the EU AI Act & Governance by Design.
- Group work & best practice sharing.
- Board AI Maturity Check incl. tailored recommendations.
- Premium networking lunch & closing apéro.
Highlights:
- Premium experience with inspiring location, catering & networking.
- Stronger peer-to-peer exchange with board members across industries.
- Full certification: Certified AI Board Executive
Price: CHF 3900.- per person
+ Access to Our Community with daily free learning assets
+ Materials from All Learning Modules and Additional Support Links
+ Executive Certificate: Certified AI Board Executive
+ Prompt Frameworks and Canvas
Why Boards Choose This Course
Knowledge in a nutshell
Governance-Focused
AI knowledge tailored for board members: obligations under Swiss CO (716a/717) & EU AI Act made practical.
100%
Strategy-Driven
From compliance to competitive edge: frameworks & tools to align AI decisions with long-term business strategy.
Exclusive
Peer Exchange
Exclusive networking with fellow board members across industries – sharing challenges & best practices.
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Target Audience
This program is designed for:
- Board and supervisory board members in SMEs and large companies.
- Directors with responsibility for strategy, risk, and compliance.
- Executive teams aiming to anchor AI at the board level.
Prerequisites
This is an executive-level program. No deep technical knowledge of AI is required. Participants should:
- Familiarity with board responsibilities.
- Openness to digital transformation and governance issues.
- Have leadership or decision-making responsibility (board members, C-level, executives, senior managers, project leads).
- Be interested in strategic and organizational applications of AI rather than technical coding.
- No technical expertise required.
Any questions? Find more in our FAQs
Learning Goals
- Understand core AI principles & legal duties (OR 716a/717, EU AI Act).
- Apply frameworks to assess AI readiness & risks.
- Lead transformation with the right board-level questions.
- Communicate AI strategies convincingly to peers & stakeholders.
Benefits
- Gain practical tools for every board meeting.
- Ensure compliance with Swiss law and the EU AI Act.
- Minimize reputational and liability risks.
- Gain confidence in overseeing AI projects and strategy.
- Strengthen your profile as a future-ready board member.
Certificate
After completing the course, you will receive a Certificate: "Certified AI Board Executive".
Trainers
Julia Herz
- COO & Head of AI Academy
- Leadership & Strategy Expert
- MSc in Business Intelligence
Nina Habicht
- Founder & CEO, AI Trainer
- AI Entrepreneur
- MAS in Computer System Engineering
Do I need technical AI expertise to join this program?
No. The course is designed for board members. It focuses on governance, oversight, and strategic decision-making, not technical coding or development.
How is the program delivered?
The course can be attended as a compact half-day or more intensive full-day course. The full-day course offers deeper insights and hands-on exercises as well as an intensive exchange with board members from other companies.
Who should attend this course?
Board members, supervisory board members, and executives who need to oversee AI strategy, risk, and compliance at board level.
What certification will I receive?
You will be awarded the Certified AI Board Executive recognizing your AI governance competencies at board level.
How does this program differ from other AI courses?
Most AI courses focus on technology or operations. This program is exclusively designed for boards, covering law, governance, risk oversight, and strategic leadership.
Why is this relevant now?
With the EU AI Act and increasing regulatory focus on digital transformation, boards must ensure compliance, mitigate liability risks, and steer AI initiatives responsibly.
Can smaller companies (SMEs) benefit from this course?
Absolutely. SMEs are increasingly affected by AI-driven change and regulation. This course provides the tools to make informed, practical decisions without overwhelming complexity.
