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AI Upskilling for Experienced Engineers: Real-World Learning with Projects and Tools

I am Stefan Badu from Timisoara, Romania. I work as a Software Expert in the automotive domain at HUF Romania. I have just completed the AI for Leaders program. I am an engineer, and throughout my journey, I have built a strong educational foundation. I did my Bachelor’s Degree in Automation and Computer Science from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca. I also did a Master’s Degree in Modern Production Management from the West University of Timisoara. I am glad that now I can add the Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence for Leaders from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas to my academic background. I also have 20+ years of professional experience across several companies, where I have held roles such as Software Developer, Business Process Analyst, Business System Analyst, Project Manager, and Team Leader. As someone who is always learning new skills, AI has become a “must-have” in today’s world. The learning experience was fast-paced, with a lot of content and many new concepts for me. At times, I felt overwhelmed, but I truly enjoyed the journey. Online, self-paced courses with a mix of theory and projects are, in my opinion, the future of education. The graded quizzes helped create structure, setting deadlines, encouraging recap, prioritization, and steady progress. After almost half a year, I feel like I’ve only scratched the surface of AI. This experience opened a door for me, or better said, it opened my “third eye”: the AI eye. The program helped me gain a strong understanding of the core concepts behind AI. My experience with KNIME was especially valuable. Seeing concepts in action made a big difference for me. I have started using generative AI tools in my day-to-day work. I use them to improve the quality of my tasks and to explore different perspectives. I understand this is part of the learning curve, and it takes time. I am confident that all this effort will have a meaningful impact on whatever I choose to do next.

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Applying AI in Banking: My Journey as a Branch Manager Learning AI for Leaders

My name is Rume Oghene from Delta State, Nigeria. I work as a Branch Manager at Union Bank of Nigeria PLC. I have just completed the Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence for Leaders from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas. I hold a BSc in Accountancy and an MSc in Business Administration. I enrolled in this program to deploy new skills to become more effective in my current role as a Branch Manager. My learning experience was truly educational. I learned practical techniques in Artificial Intelligence as applied to businesses and gained a deeper understanding of the field. My two main learning takeaways were Generative AI skills and Data modeling skills The program has helped me become a manager with stronger technical and digital skills.

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Strengthening Leadership with Strategic AI Understanding

I work as a Team Lead, hold an M.Tech in Electrical Engineering, and have more than 25 years of experience in the IT industry, working with leading banking and financial organizations. Before joining this program, I completed the Advanced Certification in Machine Learning and Cloud from IIT Madras and the Post Graduate Program in Data Science with Generative AI from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. My motivation for joining the Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence for Leaders from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin was to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving technology landscape and deepen my understanding of the broader AI ecosystem from a leadership perspective. I wanted to go beyond surface-level awareness and develop a structured understanding of how Artificial Intelligence can be strategically leveraged to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and measurable business value. The program offered a strong blend of foundational AI concepts, real-world business applications, and leadership perspectives. I particularly appreciated the practical case studies, industry examples, and interactive sessions that made complex topics easier to understand and connect with business decision-making. The discussions around Responsible AI, governance, and implementation challenges broadened my perspective on how organizations should adopt emerging technologies thoughtfully. Overall, the program strengthened my confidence in evaluating AI opportunities, collaborating effectively with technical teams, and making informed strategic decisions in an AI-driven environment. As I complete the program, I look forward to highlighting this learning in my professional profile and network, and I am confident that it will have a lasting positive impact on my career.

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Mentorship with real-world focus and excellent graphics makes the presentations outstanding.

I genuinely appreciate the mentorship provided in the program. The presentations were great and focused on real-world problems while covering them in depth too. The icing on the cake was the excellent use of graphics to clarify the concepts.

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One of the best online programs for aspiring AI leaders.

This was one of the best online programs I enrolled in. My Program Manager made sure that I had a fulfilling learning experience. My journey with Great Learning was the best! I would highly recommend this program to anyone wanting to become an AI leader.

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Artificial Intelligence for Leaders was one of the best programs in my professional career.

Artificial Intelligence for Leaders was one of the best programs I took in the last decade of my professional career. The program offered a lot of content if one was willing to explore all the resources included. I enjoyed the Cohorts and Industry sessions. The program pace was intense, as expected, and required rigorous study to develop a good understanding of current trends in the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning domain. Anyone interested in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning should have started here. The support system was beneficial and prompt. I would love to take another program with Great Learning in the future.

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Periodic Mentored Learning Sessions were extremely helpful, complementing the recorded lectures.

This was my third program with Great Learning. Their periodic Mentored Learning Sessions, led by highly capable industry professionals, were extremely helpful, complementing the recorded lectures. It provided a platform where students could interact to clarify doubts and enhance their learning experience. Additionally, the project work cemented the concepts, so they stayed with the learner for a long time. Just the fact that I was at my third consecutive program with the team was a testament to how valuable I found Great Learning’s way of transferring knowledge. Highly recommended.

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The Program Manager was phenomenal, always proactively reminding us of deadlines.

The Program Manager was phenomenal throughout the learning journey, always proactively reminding us of deadlines and coming up with innovative solutions to make things work for the group. They also followed up with each learner individually, which was greatly appreciated. I highly recommend Great Learning to friends and colleagues and look forward to taking up more programs in the future.

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Top-notch support and service that goes above and beyond expectations.

I have been thoroughly impressed by my experience with AIFL. I have received top-notch support and service from the beginning, with the team going above and beyond to answer all my questions. The program materials are comprehensive, and the live sessions and industry talks bring the theory to life. The instructors are knowledgeable and attentive, making sure to address any doubts I had. I highly recommend this program for anyone looking for a great educational experience in the AI industry.

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Clear, logical, and effective structure with concise blocks easy to absorb.

The program covered a lot of information that was provided in concise blocks that were easy to absorb. The structure is clear, logical, and effective. The main benefits came from executing the projects, receiving written feedback, and having the opportunity to attend live sessions with AI industry experts. The format of the program has given me the confidence to enhance my AI understanding and implement new AI techniques on my projects for a better decision-making process.

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