Strategic Artificial Intelligence Program

Transform Insights Into Impact With Competitive Strategies

The experimental phase is over and the era of strategic integration has begun. Artificial Intelligence is no longer a "future consideration," it is the baseline for modern competitive advantage. Yet, most organizations remain trapped in "Pilot Purgatory," deploying isolated tools without the governance, architecture, or workflow design required to scale.

The Strategic AI Program is an executive-level program designed to support informed decision-making, not just AI implementation.
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Most organizations confuse access to tools with strategic readiness. This program closes the gap between the raw cognitive power of next-generation models​—​like Gemini 3 Pro—and the operational discipline required to wield them. We provide the architecture to transform algorithmic insights into business impact, ensuring you harness advanced capabilities without falling victim to the 'Shadow AI' operational risks that leak IP and fragment data.

We do not teach you how to code; we teach you how to command. This is your blueprint for turning algorithmic power into sustainable, defensible business leverage.
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About the Program

Calibrated for Strategic Accountability
Designed for executives, operators, and entrepreneurs who bear responsibility for competitive positioning and organizational transformation.

Let's Move Beyond the Hype Cycle. Build Durable Leverage. 
Technology changes monthly; strategy must last for years. This program is engineered to provide an evergreen strategic baseline for the next five years of leadership.

We reject the 'tool-first' approach that renders knowledge obsolete with every software update. Instead, we focus on immutable principles that allow you to command evolving technologies such as Gemini 3 Pro. We teach you to move from reactive experimentation to 'Shadow AI Containment' bringing unvetted, employee-led usage into a governed, secure framework. Our focus is on the pillars of AI-First Leadership: 
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  1. Governance First: Risk frameworks, oversight protocols, and decision authority structures that scale with autonomous systems. Compliance becomes a competitive advantage.
  2. Workflow Architecture: Design intelligence into operations without disrupting existing performance. Augmentation strategies that preserve institutional knowledge while creating new capacity.
  3. Execution Infrastructure: Implementation roadmaps calibrated to organizational reality. Sequencing, stakeholder alignment, and resource allocation designed for durability across leadership transitions.
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Developed by industry practitioners and grounded in the proprietary Strategic AI Playbook, this curriculum forces you to confront the operational friction points of data sovereignty, workforce psychology, and "black box" liability that derail most initiatives. You will emerge not just with knowledge, but with an installed operating system for high-stakes decision-making.
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Who Should Attend

This program is calibrated for leaders who bear the weight of strategic accountability:
  • C-Suite & Board Members: Who evaluate high-stakes investments, defend governance structures, and align intelligence initiatives with fiduciary responsibility.
  • Product & Program Leaders: Who redesign delivery systems and customer experiences around intelligent automation without sacrificing quality or control.
  • Transformation Executives: Who navigate organizational psychology, convert resistance into adoption, and stabilize performance through periods of structural change.
  • Founders & Entrepreneurs: Who build intelligence infrastructure from inception. Establish competitive moats through architectural decisions that compound over time.
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Prerequisites: Strategic curiosity and operational responsibility. No technical background required.

Enrollment Information

Investment: $4,995

  • Format: 8 Weeks 
  • Asynchronous Executive Education
  • Includes Course Materials & Access to the Strategic AI Playbook​
The future belongs to those who architect it. Secure your advantage.

​This program is open to individuals of all genders. While the curriculum explores leadership dynamics and challenges commonly experienced by women in professional environments, enrollment is not restricted based on sex, gender identity, or gender expression. La Roche University and its third-party partners comply fully with Title IX and all applicable nondiscrimination laws. ​

The Deliverable: Your Strategic AI Playbook

You will not leave this program with abstract theory. You will build and refine your own Strategic AI Playbook - a living governance and execution document tailored to your organization.

By the conclusion of Module 8, you will possess a board-ready portfolio of assets, including:
  • Operational Readiness Audit: Forensic assessment of data maturity, process integrity, and organizational capacity to absorb intelligent systems.
  • Governance & Risk Framework: Circuit-breaker protocols, bias mitigation strategies, and oversight structures that contain algorithmic liability.
  • Value Realization Roadmap: Sequenced implementation plan measuring strategic impact and financial outcomes, not technical outputs.
  • Workforce Transformation Plan: Human-machine collaboration patterns, role redesign strategies, and change management protocols. 
  • Decision Architecture Map: Authority structures for AI-assisted decisions with explainability requirements and accountability chains. 
  • Executive Defense Narrative: Board-level communication materials articulating strategy, risk management, and competitive rationale.

Strategic AI Curriculum

Each module produces concrete strategic assets. Theory converts to implementation through structured application.

Module 1 - Operational Diagnosis & Readiness Assessment​ ​

Intelligence amplifies what already exists. Identify high-leverage intervention points where AI creates measurable advantage without introducing unsustainable complexity. 
  • The Outcome: Friction-to-Flow diagnostic map and validated micro-pilot proposal focused on demonstrable business impact.

Module 2 - Governance Architecture & Risk Containment​​

This module moves governance into the workflow itself. Speed without trust creates risk. ​Participants design a Trust Architecture that defines oversight, escalation, and stop rules so AI can scale without undermining credibility or safety.​
  • The Outcome: Trust Architecture Blueprint including circuit-breaker protocols and a Shadow AI Containment Plan to secure the perimeter.

Module 3 - Human-Machine Workflow​​ ​

Design Competitive advantage emerges from augmentation, not replacement. Architect hybrid workflows that expand capacity while preserving judgment, creativity, and institutional knowledge.
  • The Executive Insight: Preventing the "Creative Drain" and designing roles for the Intelligence Era.
  • The Outcome: Workforce augmentation matrix defining human-AI collaboration patterns across critical business functions.

Module 4 - Organizational Psychology & Change Management ​

Technical excellence fails without human stability. Address psychological safety, communication protocols, and performance expectations during periods of structural transformation. 
  • The Executive Insight: Managing the "J-Curve" of change and stabilizing workforce morale.
  • The Outcome: Human-AI interaction blueprint managing adoption curves, performance anxiety, and sustainable work design.

Module 5 - Hybrid Judgment & Decision Architecture

Ambiguity in decision rights creates organizational paralysis. Establish clear authority structures for AI-assisted decisions that remain defensible under regulatory scrutiny.
  • The Executive Insight: Applying the RACI model to autonomous agents and defining "Human-in-the-Loop" protocols.
  • The Outcome: Decision architecture framework specifying human-in-loop requirements and accountability chains.

Module 6 - Technical Infrastructure & Vendor Strategy

Strong concepts fail without execution infrastructure. Navigate the complex ecosystem of reasoning engines, evaluating how to integrate advanced models like Gemini 3 Pro into your stack. We cover build-versus-buy decisions, vendor evaluation, and data quality requirements for sustainable scale.
  • The Executive Insight: Navigating the "Buy vs. Build" dilemma and auditing Data Quality.
  • The Outcome: Technology roadmap with vendor due diligence framework and integration requirements.

Module 7 - Sequencing, Stakeholders & Incentive Alignment

Initiatives collapse without structural support. Design stakeholder alignment, incentive structures, and governance mechanisms that survive leadership transitions and budget cycles.
  • The Executive Insight: Distinguishing between "Strategic Bets," "Quick Wins," and distractions.
  • The Outcome: Adoption blueprint with stakeholder engagement strategy and sustainability mechanisms.

Module 8 - Strategic Synthesis & Executive Defense

Strategy requires articulation. Integrate all prior work into a comprehensive Strategic AI Plan capable of securing board approval, budget allocation, and cross-functional commitment.​
  • The Executive Insight: Mastering the narrative required to align the Board, the Budget, and the Business.
  • The Outcome: Complete Strategic AI Plan with executive narrative, portfolio sequencing, and board defense materials.

​This program is open to individuals of all genders. While the curriculum explores leadership dynamics and challenges commonly experienced by women in professional environments, enrollment is not restricted based on sex, gender identity, or gender expression. La Roche University and its third-party partners comply fully with Title IX and all applicable nondiscrimination laws. ​

Program Instructors & Content Experts

​The esteemed faculty serving as content advisors and instructors for the course are recognized experts in their fields. Whether their contributions come through teaching, creating innovative materials, mentoring students, or advising on course content, they bring a unique blend of vision, inspiration, and practical skills. Together, they challenge your thinking, enhance your performance, and help you excel in your role.

Alan Paris ​

Alan Paris is a globally recognized leader in financial services risk, compliance, and AI governance with over 25 years of experience transforming operations, implementing regulatory technologies, and scaling revenue across consulting, enterprise software, and financial institutions. He currently serves as the Global Head of Financial Services Risk & Compliance Architecture and Field CTO at ServiceNow, where he has driven $100M+ in Annual Contract Value through enterprise platform strategy, AI enablement, and integrated risk solutions.

A CAMS-certified anti-money laundering specialist, Alan has deep expertise in GRC, IRM, KYC/AML, and operational resilience frameworks, including ISO 27001, SOX, NIST, GDPR, and FedRamp. He has led global teams of over 1,000 professionals, executed AI/ML-driven financial crime programs, and architected regulatory compliance platforms across top-tier clients including HSBC, Credit Suisse, Barclays, J.P. Morgan, and Standard Chartered.

Previously, Alan held leadership roles at MetricStream, S&P Global, eClerx, EY, PwC, and various fintech startups. He has built, scaled, and advised multiple RegTech and BPO platforms, and is an award-winning industry thought leader—featured by The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, CNN, and a featured speaker at the U.S. Department of State and Federal Reserve Bank.

Eric Greenberg ​

Eric Greenberg is an entrepreneur and author, currently leading Zschool as CEO. He's committed to providing the highest quality executive education programs to help professionals advance their careers and drive business success. His latest book, Strategic AI, is specifically tailored for non-technical leaders and decision-makers seeking to understand how AI is not just a buzzword, but a fundamental shift disrupting industries.

Eric is an accomplished AI instructor with a profound passion for blending the realms of AI and education. Through his mentorship and guidance, numerous AI enthusiasts have been inspired to pursue careers in this rapidly advancing domain. He actively collaborates with industry experts, leading research institutions, and AI organizations to stay abreast of the latest advancements in the field. Through his thought leadership, he contributes to shaping the future of AI by sharing insights, presenting innovative methodologies, and fostering fruitful collaborations.

With over 25 years of experience, his executive education courses have been delivered by more than 40 universities internationally. His programs have been featured in the New York Times and many are considered critical programs to several fortune 500 companies.

Prior to his involvement in executive education, Eric built and sold a successful marketing company with over 5000 employees and 35 offices. His book, Strategic Digital Marketing, has been translated into multiple languages and used as a textbook at several universities. He has a demonstrated passion for education, leadership, and entrepreneurship, and has presented at numerous conferences and events as an industry expert. Eric holds a degree in Economics from Wharton School of Business and a law degree from the New York University School of Law.

Professor Ira Greenberg

Professor Ira Greenberg is a pioneering educator, artist, and technologist at the forefront of creative computation and AI innovation. As Director of the Center of Creative Computation at Southern Methodist University and founder of Gogentic, one of the world’s leading firms specializing in the development of AI Agents for industry, he has spent over two decades bridging the gap between code and creativity, theory and application.

With a background spanning fine art and computer programming, Professor Greenberg is known for making complex computational ideas both accessible and transformative. His groundbreaking work explores how AI can augment—not replace—human ingenuity, and he has trained thousands of students and professionals to harness intelligent systems for real-world impact.

In the AI Agents of Change course, Professor Greenberg leads participants on a hands-on, visionary journey to build intelligent agents that solve practical problems in business and society. From designing workflow-enhancing automations to crafting ethical frameworks for AI decision-making, he brings a uniquely interdisciplinary lens—grounded in deep technical expertise, artistic sensibility, and philosophical insight.
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A sought-after speaker, published author, and tireless innovator, Professor Greenberg is passionate about empowering individuals to become more irreplaceable in an AI-powered world.

​Carol Buehrens ​

Carol Buehrens is a Customer Experience (CX) Strategist, Author, Keynote Speaker, and Educator. Her best-selling customer experience book, Happy R.A.V.I.N.G. Customers! provides practical advice to bring data-driven CX best practices to your own organization. She blends her deep understanding of customer-centricity with cutting-edge AI. With a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and a keen interest in emerging technologies, she has become a driving force in leveraging AI to transform and optimize customer interactions.

Carol has emerged as a leading figure in the field, dedicated to equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to navigate this evolving landscape. She has developed innovative curriculum and training programs, empowering learners in the field of practical and creative use of AI technology. Her insights and expertise inspire fellow professionals to embrace AI as a strategic tool for enhancing customer satisfaction and building lasting relationships.

Her innovative teaching methodologies, characterized by interactive learning experiences, a learn-by-doing approach, and real-world case studies, have consistently garnered praise from students and professionals alike. Her dedication to staying abreast of the latest advancements in AI and her unwavering passion for education make her an invaluable asset to both students and professionals seeking to embrace the transformative power of artificial intelligence.

Carol has led numerous teams to success at large corporations, including Northrop, McDonnell-Douglas, Bechtel, Liberty Mutual, GE, Mercury Marine, and ICW Group Insurance Companies. Her passion in improving customer experiences has resulted in many industry awards, including the “CX Innovation Award” from the Customer Experience Professionals Association (CXPA), ICW Group CEO Award, and the Liberty Mutual Star Award. She has been listed in the top 20 of the Global Top 30 Gurus for Customer Experience since 2015, and is a Founding Member and Expert of the international Customer Experience Professional Association (CXPA).

​Stephene Klein ​

Stephene Klein is a trailblazer whose academic and professional journeys stand as a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence. She holds three master's degrees - an MBA, MPH, and MPHA - from Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL, where she graduated summa cum laude, marking her place at the pinnacle of her class with an unrivaled 4.0 GPA. This academic titan not only delivered the Graduate Commencement keynote address, inspiring a crowd of over 1,000 attendees, but she is also a notable faculty member guiding the next generation of leaders. Her profound insights and wealth of knowledge have shaped countless C-suite executives, fostering excellence and innovation on a global scale.

Outside of academia, Stephene has consistently made a global impact. She is a Gold Medalist, Storytelling Writing Award Winner (2024), and the recipient of the Global Vision Award for Brand Strategy (2023). She was also the featured cover story of South Florida Magazine (2021), and has etched her place in the global business echelons. Her dynamic role at Zschool, saw her spearhead over 500+ Advisory Board meetings, annually, shaping the strategic direction for over 10,000 CxOs and senior executives worldwide.

With over 20 years of award-winning business development and engagement marketing experience, coupled with more than 15 years of senior leadership roles, Stephene consistently drives sustainable revenue growth for leading global companies. Her extensive experience across multiple domains, including sales, marketing, and partnerships, and her well-established global network, position her as a catalyst for success in complex business environments.

​Tiffany Craft ​

Tiffany Craft is a global business leader specializing in international expansion, strategy, marketing, and advertising. She has successfully driven growth for brands like Calvin Klein across Latin America, Asia, and Europe, leveraging cultural insights to boost international revenue.
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With expertise in strategic partnerships, retail, media, and entertainment, Tiffany has developed innovative marketing initiatives that enhance brand engagement and visibility. Her ability to merge traditional and digital strategies has led to award-winning campaigns and impactful business growth. Tiffany excels in fostering partnerships, leveraging digital innovation, and integrating AI to enhance efficiency. A sought-after speaker and mentor, she champions a culture of belonging and strategic transformation in global business.