BCS Foundation Award – Generative AI
Course Outline
Generative AI is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting and influential technologies today. It can create realistic digital art, write sophisticated text, and enhance various business processes. As more organisations adopt AI solutions, understanding how generative AI works and how to use it is essential for individuals and organisations.
Prerequisites
There are no pre-requisites for entry to the exam, making it accessible to anyone interested in ethical tech practice, artificial intelligence courses and/or CPD Courses.
Who Is This For?
- Anyone who wants to learn more about using generative AI.
- Individuals or organisations who want to ethically improve their efficiency with using generative AI, to meet the objectives of their role or their organisation’s aims.
- This course could be particularly relevant for people in the following roles: content creators, designers, developers, project managers, product managers, copywriters, chief information officers, change practitioners, business consultants and leaders of people.
What Will I Learn?
This award sits within the machine learning and other AI techniques area of the AI Foundation Pathway and offers an introduction into getting the best out of generative AI.
You’ll learn about:
- The meaning of AI and generative AI, including its history and key principles.
- The legal, ethical and regulatory considerations when using generative AI.
- How humans can use generative AI to support business activities.
- How to identify opportunities for generative AI and implement them.
- The impact of generative AI on the future of society and business.
Foundation Certificate in AI (you will need to pass the exam for 4 relevant awards from the list here)
Foundation Diploma in AI (you will need to pass the exam for 8 relevant awards from the list here)
How Do I Take The Exam?
Training and exam (recommended)
Take this course with one of our accredited training providers.
How long will it take?
Class courses normally take around 2 or 3 days.
Where can I study?
The training provider will be able to advise you, but typical options include:
- At an approved provider near you
- At your computer via e-learning or web conference learning
How much does it cost?
Prices for courses vary depending on your chosen training provider, country and course format.
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CompTIA Authorized
How Can I Prepare?
You can achieve this qualification through virtual or classroom training with a BCS-accredited training provider such as AI Skills Academy.
As a guide, the estimated total qualification time for this award is 50 hours based around 16 hours of contact time, 33 hours of independent learning and a 30-minute summative assessment. Prices of exams start from £90 + VAT per award – though prices may vary depending on training provider.
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Examination & Certification
Exam only (self study)
Ideal if you’re self-motivated and already know something about generative AI, although we do recommend a training provider for this course.
How do I book an exam?
Call +44 (0)1793 417417 to book your exam.
How long will it take?
As a guide, the estimated total qualification time for this award is 50 hours based around 49.5 hours of independent learning (if at a training provider, we recommend 16 hours of contact time, plus 33.5 hours of independent learning) and a 30-minute summative assessment.
Where do I sit my exam?
If you’re studying for this qualification without a training provider you can sit this exam directly with BCS online.
How much does it cost?
UK price: £75 + £35 for exam remote proctor + VAT.
International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our Customer Service team.
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Each training course is divided into video sections and subsections.
Videos contain animations to support what the trainer is lecturing — the animations correspond to the sections provided in the traditional mode of training.
To keep our candidates engaged, we have incorporated quizzes into our eLearning training courses.
