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Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

AI Governance

As AI systems become more powerful and embedded across industries, the need for effective governance is no longer optional – it’s essential. This course explores how organisations can ensure that AI tools are not only effective but also safe, fair, and accountable throughout their lifecycle. You’ll learn to identify key risks such as bias, misalignment, and overreliance, and explore why even well-intentioned AI systems can fail. From ethical frameworks to incident response plans, this course provides practical tools to embed trust into every stage of AI development and deployment. Using real-world scenarios and governance models like the Trustworthy AI Cycle, you’ll examine how principles such as transparency, oversight, and explainability can be operationalised in business settings. Whether you're selecting vendors, building internal systems, or crafting policy, this course equips you to lead AI implementation with integrity. With case studies, strategic frameworks, and implementation guidance, you’ll leave with a roadmap for aligning AI systems with legal, ethical, and societal expectations. This is the third course in the AI Foundations for Business Professionals specialisation. To get the most out of this course, we recommend completing AI Essentials and Generative and Agentic AI beforehand to build both the technical understanding and applied context for responsible AI leadership.

Status: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Status: Information Privacy
BeginnerCourse15 hours

Featured reviews

CS

5.0Reviewed Sep 17, 2025

convenient and interesting way of teaching from this app.

LU

5.0Reviewed Dec 16, 2025

Actually challenged me and helped me work through some real world projects

BL

5.0Reviewed Apr 7, 2026

Very comprehensive coverage and the Capstone project is a adequate way to 'force' the student to reflect and reapply the knowledge gained in the earlier modules to come out with the proposals.

HH

5.0Reviewed Nov 2, 2025

amazing course that made me think about AI, really enjoyed it and learned a lot! thank you

SD

5.0Reviewed Oct 24, 2025

I completed the course but still couldn't find it in the completed tab

SG

5.0Reviewed Sep 8, 2025

Good explanations, decent assessment crisp bullet points, exhaustive and interesting topic coverage

AC

5.0Reviewed Nov 1, 2025

This course provides the basic Idea on first level induction of AI based engagement in existing industrial system.

CC

5.0Reviewed Aug 26, 2025

It is very practical and you can use it immediately.

GG

5.0Reviewed Dec 8, 2025

An excellent set of framework tools underpinned by the pillars of ethics and trustworthiness. Great online platform.

PS

4.0Reviewed Feb 4, 2026

Insightful to start with and keeps you involved in the course.

JS

4.0Reviewed Oct 4, 2025

Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to gain an insight into the basic principles of AI ethics and governance!

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