Leadership in the Age of AI: Empowering Leaders for the future of Business
In today’s dynamic digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. Designed specifically for forward-thinking executives and senior managers, this masterclass equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to harness AI's transformative potential.
Why join this masterclass?
AI is no longer a technology of the future - it is a critical driver of innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage. This masterclass enables leaders to:
- Craft AI strategies aligned with their organisation's goals.
- Navigate the complexities of AI implementation, from ethical considerations to regulatory compliance.
- Lead effectively in AI-augmented environments, fostering collaboration between humans and machines.
- Leverage AI to enhance creativity, decision-making, and customer engagement.
What will you gain?
- AI Strategy development: Develop strategies that align with business goals and drive measurable results.
- AI governance and ethics: Build frameworks for responsible AI use, ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability.
- AI for innovation: Discover how AI can streamline operations, optimise workflows, and drive innovation.
- Future AI trends: Stay ahead of emerging technologies like generative AI and quantum computing to future-proof your organisation.
Programme Highlights
- Expert-led sessions: Gain insights from world-class academics and industry leaders shaping the AI landscape.
- Interactive workshops: Engage in practical, hands-on learning tailored to real-world challenges.
- Real-world case studies: Explore how organisations in finance, healthcare, and retail are transforming their operations through AI.
Who should attend?
This masterclass is designed for:
- C-Suite executives: CEOs, COOs, and CTOs looking to integrate AI into their strategic vision.
- Senior managers: Leaders responsible for team performance and project delivery in AI-driven environments.
- Entrepreneurs and innovators: Professionals seeking to leverage AI for competitive advantage in their businesses.
- Public sector leaders: NGO and government professionals aiming to use AI for social impact and service delivery.
Key skills you will gain
Participants will leave this masterclass equipped with skills to:
- Strategically integrate AI: Identify and implement AI technologies that align with organisational goals and enhance business operations.
- Lead AI-augmented teams: Manage hybrid teams effectively, fostering collaboration between humans and machines.
- Make data-driven decisions: Use AI insights to drive informed decision-making and improve organisational outcomes.
- Foster innovation: Leverage AI to boost creativity, design innovative solutions, and optimise processes.
- Navigate ethical challenges: Address regulatory and ethical considerations to ensure responsible AI adoption.
- Adapt to emerging trends: Stay ahead of AI advancements, ensuring your organisation remains competitive and future-ready.
Course schedule
Day 1: AI Fundamentals and Strategic Implementation - Focus on Understanding AI and Developing Strategies
Day 1 Sessions:
Introduction to AI Systems
Strategic Implementation of AI
Risk Management and Ethical Considerations
Workshop: AI Strategy Development Project
Day 2: AI Leadership and Creativity - Focus on Leading AI-Augmented Teams and Fostering Innovation
Day 2 Sessions:
Impact of AI on Leadership
AI as a Creative Partner
Case Studies in Creative AI
Workshop: Practical AI Implementation Workshop
Day 3: Governance, Compliance, and Future Trends - Focus on Ensuring Responsible AI and Preparing for the Future
Day 3 Sessions:
Governance and Regulation in AI
AI for Sustainability and Social Impact
Future Developments of AI Technology
Workshop: Peer Review and Reflection
Further details can be found in the course brochure, available to download via the sidebar.
Course leader
Dr Nisreen Ameen
Director of Digital Organisation and Society (DOS) Research Centre and Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Digital Marketing from our Department of Marketing
Dr Nisreen Ameen is an international expert and award-winning leader in digital marketing and artificial intelligence (AI) research, and she currently serves as Director of the Digital Organisation and Society (DOS) research centre at Royal Holloway, University of London. Her work provides valuable insights into how senior leaders and organisations can effectively integrate AI and other advanced technologies. Dr Ameen’s research has played a pivotal role in enhancing AI literacy, improving AI skills training, and developing responsible AI frameworks that align with business needs, benefiting businesses, policymakers, and underrepresented communities.
Dr Ameen has worked closely with senior management teams across sectors, focusing on aligning AI insights with practical business applications to drive growth and innovation. Recognised as one of the Top 100 Marketing Influencers in the UK, she frequently advises policymakers and business leaders on AI adoption, helping shape strategies that balance technological advancement with ethical responsibility. She has also secured significant funding for initiatives aimed at supporting SMEs in harnessing AI’s potential and improving digital inclusion. With a strong international profile, she frequently speaks at major conferences and industry panels, inspiring the next generation of scholars and industry leaders.
Programme details
How long does the course last?
The course takes place across three days, dates to be confirmed.
Where does the course take place?
The course will be taught in our London Campus, Stewart House, WC1B 5DN.
Can I find out more?
More details about the course are available in the course brochure which can be downloaded from the sidebar on this page. Following registration you will also receive a course pack and more detail about your particular course.
Testimonials
Steve Pailthorpe, Founder and Chief Executive, Iconic Digital
In the age of AI, leadership is increasingly about redesigning work, not just directing it. To succeed, Executives will need to blend technical fluency with human judgment and systems thinking - making AI-focused leadership development programmes like this critical to future success. The Leadership in the Age of AI masterclass is designed to support this shift, helping leaders understand how to navigate AI-driven transformation while maintaining responsible and human-centred decision-making.
Matt Wells, Co-founder, Congregation.io & Tim Sparke, Co founder, Congregation.io
Don't let AI automate your curiosity. The goal is not to think less, but to question better. You cannot lead transformation by reading; you must learn by doing - using, analysing, and optimising.
Daniel Ukasoanya, Global Supply Planner, Bloomberg
AI does not replace leadership, it raises the bar. The real advantage comes from leaders who combine data, technology, and human judgment to drive smarter decisions, while ensuring AI is used to protect what makes us human, balancing performance with people’s livelihoods, ethics, and long term sustainability.
Executive programmes such as Royal Holloway’s Leadership in the Age of AI masterclass are vital because they equip leaders with the judgment, ethical awareness, and practical insights needed to navigate a world where technology and human priorities must work in harmony.
Sarah Wallace, Employer Engagement Manager, The Skills and Business Hub
A highly engaging and accessible masterclass that reframed AI as a strategic leadership issue rather than a technical challenge. I left with practical actions and a clearer sense of how to lead responsible, purposeful AI conversations in my organisation.
Venu Majety, Director of Lavas T Solutions
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Nisreen Ameen all the exceptional speakers and fellow leaders who made our intensive two-day program so enriching through dynamic discussions and practical organizational stories. The "Leadership in the Age of AI" course is thought-provoking and impeccably structured, delivering actionable value for executives navigating AI's transformative impact. Gained powerful frameworks through case studies and hands-on workshops to seamlessly integrate AI initiatives with core business objectives. Acquired essential insights on tackling hurdles, ethical dilemmas, and building stakeholder trust in AI deployments, critical for sustainable success. Thanks RHBS Executive Education for structuring the course brilliantly.
Kishore Kumar, Senior Business Analyst, Janes
Thank you RHBS and the Course Leader Dr Nisreen Ameen for a very insightful Masterclass covering a wide range of current topics on Leadership in the age of AI,I would strongly recommend this executive education Masterclass from RHBS for anyone in a leadership role .I learned a lot from Speakers and participants and hands on case studies which I am excited to implement.
