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Who is this program for?

for IT professionals

Specialists who already work in technology or related fields and want to update their knowledge, expand their skills, and stay up to date with the latest digital trends.

for Public Sector Employees

Representatives of government agencies, state institutions, and local authorities who seek to implement modern digital solutions in their work.

for Representatives of Public Organizations

Professionals involved in social projects, community development, or educational initiatives who want to use digital tools to increase the impact and effectiveness of their activities.

Who will benefir?

C-level leaders

Managers who shape company strategy and want to systematically integrate AI, data, and automation into their business model.

Team leaders

Sales, marketing, HR, finance, and operations leaders who want to implement AI and automation into their daily work.

Leaders of transformation

Which are responsible for processes where version control is key. You can maintain a clean project history and avoid chaos during updates.

NGO and public sector leaders

Managers and executives who work with limited resources and high responsibility.

Learning outcomes

understand how technology is changing business

You'll see how AI, automation, and data are impacting strategy, operations, and leadership—and what that means specifically for your role and team.

Apply AI tools in real work

You will learn how to use AI tools to increase productivity, evaluate automation initiatives, and implement integrations that really work.

make decisions based on data

You will learn to read data, formulate hypotheses, and justify decisions without relying too much on intuition when facts are available.

Build a stable and effective team

You will master approaches to organizational cyber resilience and managing remote-first teams — to lead people confidently in an environment of constant change.

Program

Want to know what to expect? We have prepared a detailed program to help you plan your time and understand what skills you will acquire.

Kateryna Stetsyura,

Chief Product Officer at Beetroot Academy

Our training programs are designed so that knowledge is immediately put into practice through exercises, case studies, and work with real-life scenarios.

Lesson 1. Digital economy and technological trends: orientation in innovations

● Analyze the risks of digital lag through the lens of a leadership pre-mortem: loss of customers, decline in efficiency, security threats.

● Explore leadership tools for making innovative decisions.

● Observe key technology trends: AI, automation, data, API, cyber resilience, remote-first.

● Assess the maturity of the organization and strategic options for each trend.

● Prioritize one digital initiative with the highest ROI.

Lesson 2. AI for productivity: achieving real business results

● Break down the basics of generative AI from scratch—and how it applies to a manager's work

● Identify repetitive tasks that can be delegated to AI tools

● Master prompting techniques for reliable and high-quality results

● Practice with chatbots (Gemini Gems, OpenAI GPTs, Google NotebookLM) for research, decision-making, and knowledge management.

● Break down basic security practices when working with AI tools.

Lesson 3. Routine automation: No-Code tools for team efficiency

● Get acquainted with the no-code/low-code ecosystem and its role in modern organizations

● Identify processes that are suitable for automation

● Assess the risks and limitations of no-code solutions

● Design simple workflow logic for team processes

● Link automation initiatives to measurable results

Lesson 4. AI agents: practical use and implementation strategies

● Analyze what AI agents are and how they differ from GenAI tools: types of agents, levels of autonomy

● Explore the AI agent market and corporate cases in HR, finance, marketing, and operations management

● Select AI agents for business goals using a structured decision framework

● Assess the impact on the organization: changes in processes, role transformation, new responsibilities

● Identify key risks for leaders and management issues

Lesson 5. API Economy: Integrations, Collaboration, and Build vs. Buy

● Examine how APIs enable modern digital collaboration.

● View the organization as an interconnected digital system.

● Evaluate opportunities for integration at the leadership level.

● Apply the Build vs. Buy framework to digital initiatives.

● Reduce time-to-value through integration and partnerships.

Lesson 6. Data-driven decisions: reading data as a business story

● Key principles of data-driven leadership

● Interpreting and critically evaluating data for management decisions

● Transforming data into understandable business narratives

● Avoiding common pitfalls in data interpretation

● Exploring the role of AI in working with data

Lesson 7. Cyber Resilience for Leaders

● Understand the most common cyber threats to organizations

● Recognize the human factor in cyber incidents

● Basic principles of data protection and risk management

● Define the responsibilities of a leader in cyber resilience

● Prioritize cybersecurity actions at the organizational level

Lesson 8. Remote-First Organizations and Process Optimization

● Principles of effective remote-first and hybrid organizations

● Designing processes for transparency and accountability

● Selecting digital tools for collaborative and asynchronous work

● Identifying bottlenecks in distributed teams

● Creating a plan to improve operational efficiency

How to get training within the program

This programme provides an opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and skills that will help you effectively use modern technology in your professional activities. With the support of the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, participants will be able to access advanced techniques and tools that will contribute to the development of their organizations.

1. Leave a request

Fill out the form and tell us about your motivation — what you expect from participating and why you or your team should be among the chosen ones. This is your chance to present yourself. Please note: the application does not guarantee automatic enrollment.

2. Wait for the answer

We process all applications in turn. So the later the start date, the later you can get an answer.

Be patient with us and wait for a letter from our team — check all folders, including spam.

3. Complete registration

Fill out the form that will come to you in the letter. This data will help us better organize the process and communication. This is a necessary step for the final registration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this free training?

Yes, participation is free thanks to funding from the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The main thing is to meet the conditions of participation.

Is it mandatory to work in an IT company, public sector or NGO?

Yes, it is a must. At the time of starting your studies, you must be officially employed in such a company.

Is technical experience necessary?

No. The course is designed for all leaders, regardless of their technical background. You will not be writing code, but you will learn to understand technology at a level necessary for making strategic decisions and managing a team.

Is it necessary to have a team under my command?

Not necessarily. The course is for people in leadership positions: those who influence strategy, processes, or decisions in an organization. If you set the direction, make proposals to management, or coordinate work between teams, this course is for you, even if you don't formally have a team under your supervision.

Can I join if I already use some AI tools?

Yes, and that will be a plus. The course will give you a systematic view of technology: not just a set of tools, but frameworks for evaluation, implementation, and decision-making. Even if you are already familiar with ChatGPT or other tools, you will come out of the course with a clearer understanding of how to use them strategically.

Will there be practice during classes?

Yes, all our trainings are built with active practical tasks so that you can implement the knowledge gained on the next working day.

Will I get a certificate after the mini-course?

Yes, after successful completion of the mini-course, you will receive a certificate. To do this, you need to be present at all classes, do assignments and actively participate in discussions.

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Leader of the future: practical tech skills

Who is this program for?

for IT professionals

for Public Sector Employees

for Representatives of Public Organizations

Who will benefir?

C-level leaders

Team leaders

Leaders of transformation

NGO and public sector leaders

Learning outcomes

understand how technology is changing business

Apply AI tools in real work

make decisions based on data

Build a stable and effective team

Program

How to get training within the program

1. Leave a request

2. Wait for the answer

3. Complete registration

Frequently Asked Questions