DATA and AI for Leaders

Saeed Adam , Alliance Business school University of Manchester

Data and AI for Leaders

Build confidence in your understanding of data and artificial intelligence (AI) and use new technologies to your advantage.

Data and AI for Leaders at the University of Manchester. Places are available for our upcoming October cohort, along with funding support opportunities.

This programme helps leaders make sense of AI, understand its strategic applications, and confidently identify where it can create value in their teams and organisations without needing a technical background!

This course is designed for general and technical managers across a wide range of industries with a basic understanding of data. With this course you will strengthen your understanding of Data and AI and learn to leverage emerging technologies to your advantage.

Essential Information -

Dates: 13 – 16 October 2026
Duration: 4 days
Delivery: In person
Location: Executive Education Centre (on campus at Alliance Manchester Business School

Who the programme is for:

Managers, leaders, and decision-makers from any sector who want to:

Strengthen their understanding of data and AI capabilities.
Make more informed, evidence-based decisions.
Explore how AI can support organisational strategy and performance.

No technical experience is required. The focus is on practical understanding, critical thinking, and real-world application.

Programme structure:

Delivered over four days in Manchester, the programme includes:

A visit to the University of Manchester’s Data Visualisation Observatory.
Sessions delivered by specialist academics and industry experts.
Opportunities to network and build a peer community with leaders from a wide range of industries

What previous participants have said:

“Course was thoughtfully constructed for non-technical leaders”.
“Helpful to understand the basic mechanics of AI, so I can integrate its use in my organisation”.
“Great to learn from experienced lecturers and hear practical insights from people in industry”.
“Really broad breadth of topics covered – I’ve had to think more in this course than any other since University."

Next steps:

I’m happy to support if you’d like to:

Discuss whether the programme aligns with your professional or organisational goals.
See more detail about the content, schedule, cost, or funding support available.
Start the booking process.

Just let me know what you’d find most helpful.

Next steps:

I’m keen to arrange a phone or Teams call to walk you through the course in more detail.

Saeed Adam | Client Relations Manager

Executive Education | Alliance Manchester Business School

The University of Manchester | Booth Street West| Manchester| M15 6PB

Mob: 07721505143 | Tel +44 (0) 161 275 6588