In a significant move to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) adoption across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT) region, e& enterprise has partnered with Microsoft to launch the AI for Business Skilling Programme. This initiative aims to equip small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with essential AI skills, fostering digital transformation and enhancing competitiveness in an increasingly AI-driven market.
Comprehensive AI Learning Tracks
The AI for Business Skilling Programme offers three specialized learning tracks tailored to different professional needs:
- AI for Business Leaders: Designed for senior executives, this track focuses on developing AI strategies to drive digital transformation and innovation within organizations.
- AI for Business Users: Targeting professionals in marketing, sales, finance, human resources, legal, and administration, this track provides practical AI courses to enhance operational efficiency.
- AI for Everyone: Aimed at beginners, this track offers foundational AI skills to build confidence in adopting AI-driven solutions.
Leveraging Microsoft's AI Expertise
The programme leverages Microsoft's industry-leading AI expertise, providing SMBs with access to top-tier training content, including:
- AI Fluency Courses: Available in multiple languages to ensure broad accessibility.
- Microsoft Applied Skills Programme: Hands-on learning experiences designed to help SMBs earn Microsoft-verified AI credentials.
- AI Bootcamps for Educators: Training sessions to support educators in integrating AI into their curricula, delivered through Microsoft's global network of Training Service Partners.
Strategic Partnership and AI Integration
The partnership between e& enterprise and Microsoft is not new; it builds upon a long-standing collaboration aimed at driving digital transformation in the region. In March 2023, e& enterprise implemented Microsoft's Sustainability Manager, a solution that unifies data intelligence to help organizations record and report their emissions accurately, thereby supporting sustainability goals. (eand.com)
Furthermore, in April 2023, e& enterprise integrated Microsoft's Azure OpenAI's GPT into its internal operations, marking a significant step in utilizing AI to enhance customer service and products, as well as to elevate employee experiences. (news.microsoft.com)
Empowering the Media Industry
Beyond internal operations, e& enterprise has also focused on revolutionizing the media industry through AI. By leveraging Azure OpenAI Service, media professionals, including editors, have access to powerful AI tools that assist in content creation, editing, translating, and publishing. This allows them to focus on more creative tasks and improve the quality of their work. (news.microsoft.com)
Commitment to AI-Driven Transformation
The AI for Business Skilling Programme is a testament to e& enterprise's commitment to driving AI-led digital transformation. By providing SMBs with tailored AI learning tracks and leveraging Microsoft's expertise, the programme aims to ensure that businesses of all sizes can effectively integrate AI into their operations, enhancing efficiency and innovation.
As the MENAT region continues to embrace digital transformation, initiatives like the AI for Business Skilling Programme play a crucial role in equipping businesses with the necessary skills to navigate and succeed in an AI-driven world.
For businesses interested in participating in the AI for Business Skilling Programme, more information and registration details are available on the Spectrum platform. (eand.com)
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