PROFESSIONAL BACHELOR PROGRAM
AI Business Specialist
Develop the skills to identify AI opportunities, govern AI responsibly, and lead AI initiatives across your organization. The program prepares you for the Swiss federal examination at Professional Bachelor level.
It includes AI Professional, AI Governance Professional, and AI Agents Expert training as part of the program.
Start dates
16 November 2026
Duration
11 months
Language
English
Program fee
CHF 15’900.– payable in 6 and 12 instalments
Format & Language
Fully online, in English
Diploma
AI Business Specialist with Professional Bachelor
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Degree and recognition
This program prepares you for the Swiss Federal Diploma Examination and qualifies you as a Professional Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence.
University degrees
Academic diploma
Bachelor (NQF Lv. 6)
Focus on theory and research
Issued by universities and higher schools
Minimum 6 semester of onsite study
Tertiary degrees
Professional bachelor / Federal diploma
AI Business Specialist (NQF Lv. 6)
Practice-oriented, industry-driven content
Issued by the State Secretariat SERI / SBFI
Specialized hands-on training
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1. Build AI literacy and foundations
You will build a solid understanding of AI concepts, from core terminology to how AI agents work with data and which platforms and tools matter in practice: the knowledge base every decision in this program, and in your job, will stand on.
2. Govern AI responsibly
You will work with the frameworks shaping AI worldwide, from the EU AI Act and the NIST framework to the OECD AI Principles and ISO/IEC 42001, learning to manage AI risk, design governance, and keep AI trustworthy and safe in real organizations.
3. Develop AI strategy for business
You will learn how to align AI initiatives with organizational goals, define priorities, and build practical roadmaps for responsible AI adoption.
4. Identify and assess AI opportunities
You will analyze business processes to identify where AI can create value, assess the feasibility and impact of potential use cases, and decide which initiatives are worth pursuing.
5. Design and assess AI-based solutions
You will get hands-on experience in conceptualizing, developing, and critically evaluating AI solutions tailored to real business needs, including your own.
6. Build and manage AI agents
You will move from understanding to doing by exploring agentic coding, agentic workflows, and the interfaces that make AI agents usable in practice. As part of the capstone, you will design, build, and present an end-to-end AI agent solution for a real business context.
7. Architect AI technologies
You will learn how AI systems are put together, designing, integrating, and critically assessing the architecture behind AI solutions, so your decisions rest on how the technology actually works.
What you will learn
This program prepares you for the Swiss federal exam by guiding you through the core competencies needed to lead AI initiatives in real organizations: understanding AI, governing it responsibly, identifying business opportunities, designing AI-based solutions, working with AI agents, and making informed decisions about the architecture behind real AI solutions.
Learning content and methodology
Andragogical approach: Practice-driven, learner-centered
Key content
AI literacy and foundations
AI governance and safety
AI strategy and opportunity assessment
Solution development and assessment
AI agents, integrations, and capstone project
AI architecture and change enablement
Learning formats
Live online lessons
Hands-on AI lab work
case studies + Capstone project
Group activities and collaboration
Community events and networking meetups
Technical requirements
Laptop with min. 8GB RAM
Access to the AI labs and online campus
Internet connection, headphones, web camera
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FAQ
An AI Business Specialist is a forward-thinking professional who connects the world of artificial intelligence with business strategy. They identify opportunities where AI can create value, develop tailored solutions, and lead their implementation across organizations. In addition to managing AI projects, they ensure that solutions align with business goals, comply with ethical standards, and are understood and embraced by all stakeholders. Their expertise is in demand across industries such as finance, manufacturing, healthcare, public administration, and beyond.
AI Business Specialists possess a broad set of competencies that span:
Analyzing AI trends and evaluating their strategic relevance
Identifying and prioritizing AI use cases across business areas
Designing and validating AI-based solutions for feasibility and impact
Managing the development and implementation of AI projects
Ensuring compliance with ethical, legal, and organizational standards
Promoting AI literacy and leading change processes within organizations
Establishing structures for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
The professional practice of an AI Business Specialist involves identifying and evaluating opportunities for the use of AI, managing the end-to-end lifecycle of AI projects, and working across departments to deliver solutions that create measurable value. Operating at the intersection of technology and business, they apply their expertise in real-world contexts to optimize processes, enhance decision-making, reduce costs, and foster innovation within organizations.
To be admitted to the federal exam, candidates must hold a Swiss Federal Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma in ICT or a related profession and have at least two years of relevant professional experience.
Alternatively, individuals with a general, specialized, or vocational baccalaureate, or an equivalent qualification must demonstrate at least four years of professional experience in project, product, or process management.
In both cases, all required documents must be submitted and the examination fee must be paid.
The course is primarily delivered in English to ensure accessibility for an international audience.
Yes, the program is fully online, featuring live interactive sessions, recorded materials, community discussions, and mentorship to support flexible and effective learning.
You will need:
- A laptop or desktop computer with Windows or macOS.
- Stable internet connection.
- Standard productivity tools (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets).
The online campus is an advanced learning platform offering:
- Interactive live lectures and workshops.
- 24/7 access to course materials and real-world case studies.
- Networking opportunities with peers and experts.
- Tools for collaboration and mentor support.
The AI Lab provides a hands-on environment where learners work on real-world AI projects. It includes tools for designing AI solutions, testing prototypes, and experimenting with innovative applications to solve industry-specific challenges.
The examination fee for the federal diploma will be around CHF 3,000, according to ICT Berufsbildung. This fee is invoiced by the examiner and must be paid before the November exam.
Course fee included:
- Teaching materials and licenses
- Internal examination fees
- Registration fee
TOTAL COSTS
Total (before the reimbursement of the federal contribution) – CHF 15’900
Total (after the reimbursement of the federal contribution) – CHF 7’950
Graduates of the Business AI Specialist course are equipped to take on strategic and interdisciplinary roles that combine AI expertise with business acumen. Depending on their background and industry focus, they can work in both operational and advisory capacities across sectors.
Typical job titles include:
AI Product Manager
AI Strategist
AI Solution Architect
AI Consultant
Specialist in industry-specific AI applications (e.g., finance, healthcare, manufacturing, public administration)
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