Starting this fall, in October 2025, we will launch a new, state-of-the-art continuing education program in the field of AI. Designed to bridge cutting-edge theoretical foundations with real-world application, the one-semester certificate program aims to equip professionals with the skills and strategic insights needed to harness AI responsibly and effectively. To learn more about the program’s vision, structure, and benefits, we spoke with the scientific leadership team: Nils Morten Kriege, the academic director, and Oliver Wieder, the academic coordinator, in a brief written interview.
- Who is the program designed for? Who is the target audience for the program?
NK: The use of artificial intelligence in industry requires expertise in both the application domain and AI methods. In recent years, the development of AI technologies has accelerated rapidly. This course is designed for professionals who already possess relevant domain knowledge and wish to expand and update their skill set in recent AI methods and their applications.
OW: We will focus in particular on deep learning and LLM technologies. The target audience of our course includes practicing data scientists seeking to expand their skills, software developers with Python knowledge wanting to specialize in AI, application developers, IT architects integrating AI systems into existing infrastructure, and technical product managers responsible for AI-based products. The common thread is a desire to apply cutting-edge AI techniques in practical, industrial contexts while building on existing technical foundations.
- In your view, what makes this program particularly attractive and stand out as a compelling opportunity?
NK: What truly distinguishes our program is its holistic approach—from mathematical foundations to practical implementation and legal considerations.
OW: We're offering state-of-the-art content focused on the most current technologies like AI agents and RAG systems, with a strong emphasis on practical application through our capstone projects.
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Further information on the continuing education program "Deep Learning for Industrial AI"
