Online Course: AI Skills for Everyday Work

Understanding AI, Mastering Prompts, Transforming Workflows: Your Practical Introduction to the AI-Driven Workplace.

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This distance learning course is held in German.

Do you want to not only understand artificial intelligence but also apply it effectively in your day-to-day work? With the online course “AI Competence for Everyday Work,” you’ll build a solid foundation of practical knowledge—from the basics and prompting techniques to legally compliant applications and change management skills. You’ll learn how to efficiently use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and others, automate work processes, and position yourself as an AI-competent professional within your company. In the final practical project, you’ll apply your knowledge directly to a real-world task. Flexible learning formats allow you to pursue this continuing education while working and at your own pace.

Module

Understanding AI—Its Mindset for the New World of Work

Author: Martina Peukert

Real-world examples: Where AI is already delivering real added value in the workplace.
Basic Concepts & How They Work: LLMs, ML, Training Data, Pros and Cons Explained in a Nutshell.
Addressing Fears and Reservations: Identifying Causes and Developing Constructive Counter-Strategies.
Developing an AI mindset: a focus on opportunities, a willingness to experiment, and a sense of responsibility.
First Steps for Teams: Change Management, Clarifying Roles, and Supporting Employees.

Module

The Art of Giving the Right Commands (Prompting)

Author: Martina Peukert

Creating Effective Prompts: Goal, Context, Parameters, and Desired Output Format.
Iteration & Role Trick: Prompt Optimization Through Role Assignment and Versioning.
Multimodal prompts: text, images, and simple instructions for creative outputs.
Department-Specific Templates: Practical Prompts for Marketing, Sales, HR, Administrative Support, and More
Quality Assurance: Identify error patterns, review output, and create a prompt library.

Module

AI in Everyday Work Life

Author: Nicolai Schümann

Automate everyday tasks: emails, meeting minutes, briefings, brainstorming.
Data & Office Integration: Excel automation, analytics support, app integration.
Meetings & Presentations: Agendas, summaries, slide design using AI.
Workflows & Agents: Simple Automations, Agents vs. Assistants, Integration Options.
Tool Selection & Comparison: Criteria for LLMs and Use Cases in the Enterprise.

Module

Using AI in Compliance with the Law

Author: Prof. Dr. Janine Wendt

Legal Foundations: Data Protection, Copyright, Key Compliance Principles.
Regulatory Overview: EU AI Act, AI Regulation, Transparency and Documentation Requirements.
Risk Management: Risk Levels, Liability Issues, and Requirements for High-Risk Systems.
Dealing with Deepfakes & Manipulation: Detection, Prevention, and Communication Guidelines.
Practice Checklists: Documentation Requirements, Decision Trees, and Responsibilities.

Module

Change Management “Lite” & Self-Leadership

Author: Yvonne Breinlinger-Scheuring

Argumentation Tools: Benefits and ROI Arguments for Stakeholders and Decision-Makers.
Dealing with AI Anxiety: Facilitation and Support Measures for Teams.
Pilot Design & Scaling: Planning and Evaluating Quick-Win Projects.
Leadership Behavior: Setting an Example, Defining Roles, and Developing Competencies.
Personal Roadmap: specific next steps, learning plan, and networking activities.

Module

My Personal AI Masterpiece (Practical Project)

Author: Martina Peukert

Problem Identification: Identifying time wasters and levers in one's own work context.
Solution Design: Defining objectives, selecting tools and prompts, and developing a workflow concept.
Prototyping: Implementation of a minimally functional AI artifact or process.
Evaluation & Impact Metrics: Success Criteria, Measurement, and Business Case Justification.
Results Presentation & Rollout Plan: Handover Document, Communication Plan, and Scaling Options.

Online seminars

3 online seminars included

Onlinetraining Module 2: "Prompting"

training Module 3: "Building AI Assistants"

training Module 3: "AI Agents"

Flexible continuing education—anytime, anywhere.

18 months of access: No time pressure—you set your own pace.
Print & Digital: Learn anytime and flexibly—with your printed and digital learning materials.
Optional Online Seminars: Expand your knowledge live with experts.

Your all-inclusive package – guided from start to finish

Get started right away: Access all course content online as soon as the course begins. We’ll mail your printed study materials to you.
Always supported: e-mail, interactive quizzes, and regularly updated content.
Learn together: Join the learning community to ask questions and join study groups.

Your benefit

You'll understand how artificial intelligence works and develop a confident AI mindset for the modern workplace.
You've mastered prompting techniques that help you use AI tools effectively and efficiently—for writing, analysis, research, and more.
You can seamlessly integrate AI into your daily work and boost your productivity in areas such as marketing, HR, administrative support, procurement, and finance.
You apply AI in a legally compliant manner and are familiar with the current regulatory framework (e.g., the EU AI Act, data protection, copyright law).
You’ll actively drive AI-powered changes in your work environment and strengthen your self-leadership skills during the digital transformation.
You'll apply your knowledge to a personal practical project and produce a tangible result that you can put to use right away in your company.

Technical management

Martina Peukert

Certificate available:

Complete your online course with the e-exam “Online Course: AI Competence for Everyday Professional Life.” You can find all the details under the online course “AI Competence for Everyday Professional Life” with certificate (42887).

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Recommended for

Specialists and managers from all areas of the company who want to build AI expertise and position themselves for the future.
Employees in marketing, HR and personnel, administrative support, purchasing, or finance and accounting who want to integrate AI tools into their daily work in a targeted manner.
(Cross-field)newcomers a technical background who are looking for a practical and easy-to-understand introduction to artificial intelligence.
Project managers and team leaders who would like to implement or oversee AI-powered processes in their departments.
Professionals who want to boost their productivity, stay up to date, and contact persons themselves as AI-savvy contact persons .

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

Digital learning for individuals

Booking number
42825

€ 1.590,- plus VAT

Details

approx. 50 hours

Online

4 Events

German

12 months available

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approx. 50 hours

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Online Course: AI Skills for Everyday Work Life (with Certificate)

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Online Exam: Distance Learning Course on AI Skills for Everyday Professional Life

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Online Course: AI Skills for Everyday Work Life (with Certificate)

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€ 1.790,-
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01.12.2026

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Plan course

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Booking number: 42825

€ 1.590,- plus VAT.

€ 1,892.10 incl. VAT.

Plan course

approx. 50 hours

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