The AI Business School for Public Administration, launched by the National Institute of Administration (INA) in partnership with six higher education institutions and Microsoft Portugal, provides online training to senior public sector leaders. The programme focuses on ethical AI use, project management, and leveraging AI to modernise public services and enhance efficiency.
Name in original language
Escola de Negócios de IA para a Administração Pública
Initiative overview
The AI Business School for Public Administration is a strategic initiative designed to address the digital skills gap in Portugal's public administration. By offering targeted training to senior leaders, the programme aims to foster the adoption of AI technologies in public sector organisations, ensuring that they can effectively manage and implement AI-driven projects.
Key Features:
- Target Audience: Senior public sector leaders, including directors and managers, with a focus on those in positions of responsibility within public institutions.
- Curriculum: The training covers a range of topics, including:
- Ethical considerations in AI deployment
- Project management methodologies for AI initiatives
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Implementation of intelligent bots and automation tools
- Strategic planning for AI integration in public services
- Delivery Mode: The programme is delivered online, allowing participants to engage with the content flexibly and at their own pace.
- Partnerships: In addition to the INA and Microsoft Portugal, the programme collaborates with six esteemed higher education institutions
Objectives:
- Enhance AI Literacy: Equip public sector leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply AI technologies in their organisations.
- Promote Ethical AI Use: Ensure that AI applications in the public sector are developed and implemented in an ethical and responsible manner.
- Improve Public Service Delivery: Leverage AI to streamline processes, improve decision-making, and enhance the efficiency of public services.
- Foster Innovation: Encourage a culture of innovation within public institutions by integrating AI solutions that address contemporary challenges.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
National Institute of Administration
