SANS Institute Launches Groundbreaking AI Course "AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders"

A Must-Have for Today's Business Environment - Gain Cutting-Edge AI Insights and Strategies From Leading Experts

January 31, 2024

Bethesda, MD - In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every facet of business, the SANS Institute, a global leader in cybersecurity training, is proud to announce the launch of a pioneering new course: AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders. Tailored specifically for the manager level and above, this cutting-edge 90-minute online course, led by renowned expert and SANS Fellow Frank Kim and SANS Head of Innovation and course author Dan deBeaubien, is designed to empower leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities and opportunities of AI in the business world.

AI is no longer a futuristic concept but a present-day reality reshaping industries across the globe. With the rapid evolution of Generative AI (GenAI) technologies, understanding their strategic implications, operational mechanics, and associated risks is crucial for business leaders. AIS247 addresses this critical need, offering comprehensive insights into AI adoption, tools, operations, and the pivotal role of cybersecurity in AI development.

Key Course Features:

In-depth Exploration of GenAI: Understand the foundations of GenAI, including prompt engineering and large language models.

Practical Applications: Learn how GenAI is revolutionizing industries through examples in content creation, data analysis, software engineering, and more.

Risk Management and Mitigation: Gain crucial insights into common GenAI risks and effective strategies for risk mitigation.

AI Policy Development: Equip yourself with the skills to craft and implement effective AI strategies within your organization.

“This course is an essential guide for any professional striving to stay ahead in a world increasingly driven by AI,” emphasized Kim. “The course provides invaluable takeaways and skills, including understanding the motivations for GenAI adoption, addressing primary risks in AI implementation, and appreciating the ethical considerations in AI usage.”

Enrollment is now open, with a single-seat price of $289 and volume discounting available. This training is a rare opportunity to gain a competitive edge in the realm of AI - a field where staying informed is not just beneficial but imperative for success.

Register now for AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders and embrace the AI evolution with confidence and competence: https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/ai-security-essentials-business-leaders/

About SANS Institute

The SANS Institute was established in 1989 as a cooperative research and education organization. Today, SANS is the most trusted and, by far, the largest provider of cybersecurity training and certification to professionals in government and commercial institutions worldwide. Renowned SANS instructors teach more than 60 courses at in-person and virtual cybersecurity events and OnDemand. GIAC, an affiliate of the SANS Institute, validates practitioner skills through more than 35 hands-on technical certifications in cybersecurity. The SANS Technology Institute, a regionally accredited independent subsidiary, offers master’s and bachelor’s degrees, graduate certificates, and an undergraduate certificate in cybersecurity. SANS also delivers a wide variety of free resources to the InfoSec community, including consensus projects, research reports, webcasts, podcasts, and newsletters; it also operates the Internet's early warning system–the Internet Storm Center. At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners, representing varied global organizations from corporations to universities, working together to support and educate the global information security community. www.sans.org