Leading in the Age of AI – Public Sector Innovation & Governance

Course Overview

This forward-looking course equips public sector leaders to govern, regulate, and leverage emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence,  in a way that enhances public service delivery, transparency, and policy impact.

Designed with input from global AI and digital governance frameworks (World Bank GovTech, OECD Digital Government, and UNDP AI Ethics), the course blends leadership strategy with innovation practice, making it ideal for ministries, national regulators, or innovation taskforces.

Key Course Objectives

✅ Understand the strategic role of AI in public policy and reform
✅ Explore regulatory models for ethical and responsible use of AI
✅ Lead digital transformation initiatives within government
✅ Strengthen internal capacity for data-driven governance
✅ Build future-ready institutions prepared for rapid change

Who Should Attend

• Chief Digital Officers, Directors of Innovation
• ICT Ministers or Technology Advisors
• Policy teams developing national AI strategies
• Programme managers involved in smart government or GovTech initiatives

Detailed Course Content (2 Weeks)

Week 1: Foundations of AI in Government
Day 1: Introduction to AI – Global Use in the Public Sector
Day 2: Data Governance, Ethics & Responsible AI
Day 3: Public Sector Innovation Models (GovTech, DPI)
Day 4: Case Studies – AI for Infrastructure, Health, and Procurement
Day 5: Institutional Readiness & Capacity Building

Week 2: Strategy & Implementation
Day 6: Developing National or Departmental AI Roadmaps
Day 7: AI Regulation, Risk Management & Cybersecurity
Day 8: UK Site Visit – Digital Transformation Agency or Smart City Initiative
Day 9: Innovation Labs, Public-Private Collaboration
Day 10: Final Strategy Presentations & Graduation