Future Considerations of AI

Future Considerations of AI is a study module in the Data, Analytics, and AI for Professionals program and can also be taken as a stand-alone program.

As artificial intelligence continues to evolve at an accelerating pace, organizations must look beyond current capabilities and prepare for the technologies and societal shifts that lie ahead.

The Future Considerations of AI program delves into the most relevant and forward-looking developments in AI — from intelligent agents and quantum machine learning to edge computing, explainability, and robotics. The program explores how these technologies will shape the future of work, business, and society. You will engage with real-world applications, strategic implications, and emerging risks, gaining both technical perspective and leadership insight.

4.5 ECTS credits can be transferred from the Future Considerations of AI program to the Aalto Executive MBA or Aalto MBA program.

Start

November 23, 2026

Enrollment: At the latest two weeks before the program starts.
Delivery mode: Onsite
Schedule: November 23–25, 2026
Frequency: Once a year
Language: English
Date: November 23, 2026
Location: Aalto University Töölö, Helsinki, Finland
Scope: 3 days + pre- and post-assignments
Fee: 3300 €

Registration information

Benefits

In an environment where AI advancements increasingly define competitiveness and operational resilience, organizations must be ready to anticipate and adapt. This module helps you to build the internal foresight and technical literacy needed to assess the opportunities and risks of emerging AI technologies — particularly as they converge with robotics, automation, and connected systems. You will return with actionable insights to support innovation, investment decisions, and responsible AI strategy.

Learn to assess the potential and limitations of next-generation AI technologies

Acquire a strategic understanding of how robotics, IoT, and AI intersect to drive intelligent automation.

Become equipped to evaluate ethical, regulatory, and security dimensions of future AI applications.

Gain future-focused thinking to help guide your organization through technological uncertainty and change.

For

The program is suitable for anyone who needs a deep understanding and skills to apply data analytics and AI technology.

The program is well-suited, for example, for

IT specialists, managers, and directors;
analysts;
business development leaders and managers;
HR professionals;
product managers;
cloud engineers;
programmers and developers; and
engineers from different fields.

Content and Schedule

Future Considerations of AI comprises a three-day study module, a written pre-assignment, and a take-home assignment. The program is worth 4.5 ECTS credits.

The program content varies based on the most current and relevant themes and developments, such as:

AI Agents and autonomous systems
Robotics powered by intelligent decision-making
Quantum Machine Learning
Explainable AI (XAI) and transparency
Edge AI and the Internet of Things (IoT)

The program combines three interactive module days led by AI experts from Aalto University and the University of Helsinki with practical assignments that allow participants to apply their learnings to real-world questions. Participants also engage in discussions and networking with like-minded professionals.

Program Fee and Registration

Other Data, Analytics, and AI for Professionals (DAAP) Modules

You can register for individual stand-alone Data, Analytics, and AI for Professionals modules or take the complete Data, Analytics, and AI for Professionals program, including all four modules.