As demand grows for AI literacy in the workplace, the Skills and Business Hub has appointed The AI Advantage Academy as the official training provider for the AI for Business Skills Bootcamp. The programme, funded by the Department for Education, began in May and will run through August 2025, with a new cohort scheduled for October. The AI Advantage Academy delivers AI training courses and skills bootcamps, by AI experts, that cut through hype and deliver genuine ROI for professionals, entrepreneurs & business owners.
This 60-hour intensive course, delivered over 16 weeks, equips learners with both a foundational understanding and practical application of artificial intelligence to grow their businesses. Participants include entrepreneurs, SME owners, and self-employed professionals seeking to improve productivity, streamline operations, and make more money in less time.
“Small business owners are set to be the real winners in the AI race,” says Emma Shepherd, Founder of The AI Advantage Academy. “Their ability to build AI into the foundation of the business model enables them to adjust to AI and adopt it faster and more effectively. Recent research by AWS showed that start-ups were twice as likely to integrate AI into their business model compared to large enterprises.
“With £400 billion of economic growth up for grabs, learning AI will generate a huge return on investment. This Skills Bootcamp helps professionals of all levels build the skills, strategies, and confidence to apply AI in their businesses and even drive industry-wide innovation. We’re bridging the gap between curiosity and capability.”
The programme is aligned with current industry needs, offering independent and impartial training, practical skills and expert-led instruction. It also addresses critical areas such as data ethics, safe implementation and AI use case identification, which are especially important for SMEs navigating fast-changing technology landscapes.
Why Choose an AI Advantage Academy Training Course?
The AI Advantage Academy delivers a range of AI training courses aimed at helping professionals and business owners turn AI concepts into practical skills they can use immediately. Its focus is on action-oriented training tailored for real business impact.
The Academy’s innovation Integration Framework, which comprises the eight critical pillars of successful and safe AI adoption, is at the heart of its training programmes.
“One of the biggest mistakes organisations make with AI adoption is taking a technology-first approach,” explains Emma Shepherd, Founder of the AI Advantage Academy. “Getting distracted by the latest AI tool and then trying to find a business problem results in disjointed integration, tech debt and overwhelmed staff trying to learn new technology. Our AI integration framework shows professionals of any level how to take a strategic approach to AI adoption that will keep them focused and away from the hype.”
AI for Business Training and Skills Bootcamp
For professionals who want to get started with AI but can’t commit to 60 hours, The AI Advantage Academy’s Foundations of AI for Business course. It is a practical, fast-track course for professionals at all levels. The Foundations of AI for Business delivers essential insights quickly, making it ideal for busy professionals looking for a time-efficient way to upskill. This intensive 3-hour course accelerates AI literacy, provides actionable insights, and builds practical skills for integrating AI into daily work.
Through 10 focused modules, participants clearly understand key AI concepts, learn to make informed decisions, and identify opportunities to leverage AI for efficiency and growth. The course covers essential topics, including prompt engineering, AI-driven content creation, data analysis, training AI on a brand, AI agents, and workflow automation to streamline operations. By the end of the session, participants acquire the foundational knowledge and tools to explore AI’s potential with confidence and apply it meaningfully to drive business impact.
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About The AI Advantage Academy
The AI Advantage Academy is an independent training provider specialising in AI for business growth and innovation. It offers programmes ranging from intensive AI Skills Bootcamps to a 10-module Mini MBA in AI for Business. The academy’s approach prioritises independent training with no marketing affiliation deals, real-world application, ethical use and a strong focus on ROI, helping professionals make confident, informed decisions in today’s evolving business environment.
The AI Advantage Academy licenses its course to training providers. Please get in touch to learn more by booking a FREE introductory call with Emma Shepherd here.