Certified Generative AI Professional

The "Certified Generative AI Professional" course is designed to empower participants with the expertise required to navigate the complexities of AI-driven technologies effectively. Through a comprehensive curriculum, participants will delve into foundational concepts of AI and machine learning, explore the intricacies of generative AI, and master advanced concepts and applications. By leveraging industry-standard tools like Generative AI Studio, Gen App Builder, and PaLM API, participants will gain practical experience in creating innovative solutions and contributing to the dynamic field of artificial intelligence. This program not only validates practical application skills in generative AI but also propels advancements in AI technology, making it an essential certification for professionals looking to excel in the AI landscape.

Course Details

Course Dates: 13 - 14 Jan 2025 (virtual)
Closing date: 20 Dec 2024

Course Dates: 17 - 18 Feb 2025
Closing date: 31 Jan 2025

Course Dates: 17 - 18 Mar 2025 (virtual)
Closing date: 21 Feb 2025




Duration:
2 days, 9.00 am - 5.00 pm 

 

Who Should Attend

  • Technical Officers and Technologists
  • Information Technology Leaders
  • Data Scientists and AI Engineers
  • Innovation Managers and Change Leaders
  • Service Designers and Architects
  • Program and Project Managers in AI Initiatives
  • Researchers and Scientists in AI and Machine Learning
  • Business Strategists and Consultants in Tech and AI Implementation


Minimum Entry Requirements

  • Diploma/GCE A Level or relevant work experience

Programme Outline

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will:

  • Effectively navigate complexities of AI-driven technologies
  • Create innovative solutions using generative AI
  • Exhibit practical expertise in generative AI
  • Demonstrate proficiency in AI-generated synthetic media
  • Contribute to the dynamic field of artificial intelligence
  • Validate practical application skills in Gen AI
  • Propel advancements in generative AI technology
Day 1
  • Foundations of AI
  • Machine Learning Models
  • Introduction to Generative AI
  • Applications of Gen AI
Day 2
  • Advanced Generative AI Concepts
  • Application of Gen AI
  • Utilizing Generative AI Studio
  • Harnessing the Power of Gen App Builder
  • Maker Suite And PaLM API
  • Assessment and Feedback
Assessment
  • Assessment - 20 MCQ (Virtual)
  • GSDC Certification is available 3 days after course completion

For more information, please refer to the programme on our Partner’s website.

Completing this course alongside the Certified Prompt Engineering program paves the way to earning the valuable Professional Certificate in Generative AI Practitioner from SUTD. This Professional Certificate acknowledges your proficiency in applying Generative AI technologies to real-world challenges, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to drive innovation and sustainable growth in your field.

This Certification is awarded by: 
                       

Course Fees and Funding

Full course fee inclusive of prevailing GST

You pay
S$2,725

SkillsFuture Course Fee Subsidy (up to 70%)

  • For Singapore Citizens < 40 years old 
  • For Permanent Residents

You pay as low as
S$817.50

Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (up to 90%)

  • For Singapore Citizens ≥ 40 years old

You pay as low as
S$317.50

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (up to 90%)

  • For SME - Sponsored employees

You pay as low as
S$317.50

The above module fee payable is inclusive of prevailing 9% GST. 
This course is not eligible for the $4,000 credit under SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up scheme.

Instructor

Ranjeev K Babu, VSM
AI and GenAI Trainer and Content Creator, ICAgile FAI Certified, Agile Product Development

Ranjeev is a seasoned professional with over three decades of comprehensive experience in leadership, training, and consultancy. A distinguished veteran with 25 years of exemplary service in the Indian Army, he has transitioned into corporate consultancy, bringing his vast expertise to the forefront of AI, GenAI, and Agile methodologies. Currently, he is the trainer for all Agile specific courses and now poised to train on AI & GenAI courses where he drives transformative learning experiences for professionals under the WSQ and SSG funded programmes. He is also closely involved with a Singapore based Insurance firm as their GenAI trainer.

Ranjeev has a strong background in AI and GenAI, underpinned by the ICAgile FAI certification. He leads the development and delivery of foundational AI courses, focusing on the application of GenAI at the workplace by building awareness on prompt engineering, ethical AI, and AI's integration into business strategy and product development. His work has empowered PMETs with the skills needed to navigate the evolving landscape of Agile-driven workplaces and now infusing the methodology for AI adoption.

Professional Credentials:

  • GSDC Certified Generative AI Professional
  • GSDC Certified Prompt Engineering
  • GSDC Certified Generative AI for Project Management
  • GSDC Certified Generative AI for Product Management
  • WSQ ACLP
  • ICAgile FAI (Foundations of Artificial Intelligence)
  • SAFe 6.0 Practice Consultant
  • Professional Scrum Master I
  • ICAgile Accredited Trainer (ICP, LEA, ATF, ACC, ICPHR, BAF, ENT, CAT)

 

Anil Bidari
GenAI, Cloud & DevOps Consultant

Anil is a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in Generative AI, Cloud, and DevOps solutions. As an AWS Authorized Instructor and Google Cloud Authorized Instructor, Anil has played a significant role in advancing AI technologies across various sectors.

Throughout his career, Anil has been instrumental in designing and delivering comprehensive training programs on Generative AI tools and technologies across major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). He has developed and led numerous workshops and hands-on sessions, demonstrating how GenAI can transform industries, from enhancing cybersecurity measures to developing AI-driven solutions using platforms such as AWS AI tools, Azure AI Studio, and GCP's Vertex AI.

Anil’s work includes building innovative GenAI applications like a Multimodal Playground for side-by-side model comparison, a text-to-voice chatbot using OpenAI, and various custom chatbots, including a website chatbot capable of scraping data. He has also developed an AI avatar for creating personalized video content and a custom Chat-GPT application that allows secure, private data access within organizations.

 

Ritesh Mehrotra
Software Craftsman, Agility Coach & Mentor

Ritesh is an experienced coach and practitioner in enterprise and technical agility, with a strong passion for helping software development teams grow and excel. He focuses on guiding teams through agile practices, product management, and leveraging Generative AI, always with the goal of delivering value to customers.

Ritesh mentors software development teams on software design, architecture, and best practices in software development, keeping customer-centricity at the core of everything he does. He plays an active role in agile transformation initiatives within his organization, helping teams navigate their journey with methods like Scrum, Kanban, and DevOps. His expertise also extends to advanced development techniques such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), pair programming, and refactoring.

With a strong foundation in product management, Ritesh helps teams align their work with business goals and customer needs. He also explores and integrates generative AI technologies to enhance product management and development processes, automate tasks, and innovate product offerings.

Ritesh is known for his approachable style and ability to connect with teams, inspire change, and improve collaboration and performance. Whether working hands-on with development teams or advising leadership, Ritesh brings a balanced approach that combines technical expertise, product management skills, and a focus on team dynamics and organizational culture.

 

Policies and Financing Options

SSG Funding Terms and Conditions

Use of Personal Details

In consideration of the subsidy provided by SkillsFuture Singapore Agency (“SSG”) through the SUTD Academy for the Course,
 

I consent to:

The collection, use and disclosure to relevant third parties of my personal data by the SUTD Academy including but not limited to personal particulars, attendance records, assessment/performance records, for the following purposes:

  1. Reporting of national statistics and conducting of holistic continuing education training research and analysis;

  2. Facilitate the conduct of the relevant surveys and audits in relation to the Course;

  3. General administration of the Course including but not limited to processing of the subsidy provided by SSG;

  4. Publicity and marketing of the Course or other Courses to be provided by SSG or SUTD Academy; and

  5. SSG or its Appointed Auditors or Nominated Representatives to directly contact Course Participant to obtain information deemed necessary for the purposes of conducting effectiveness survey or audits in relation to the Course.

SUTD will have to claim the full course fee from participant who is unable to fulfil the SSG funding requirements stated below.

I agree to:

  1. Attend and complete all lectures, class exercises, workshops and assessments;

  2. Complete the Course feedback at the end of the Course;

  3. Complete the post Course survey sent about 3 to 6 months after class attendance; and

  4. Sign up for a personal email account.

SUTD Privacy Statement

For more information on SUTD's privacy statement, please visit https://sutd.edu.sg/Privacy-Statement.

SUTD Terms and Conditions

Methods of Payment

Learn more about the available payment modes.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

  1. If a written notification is sent to sutd_academy@sutd.edu.sg within 24 hours after course registration deadline there will be no cancellation charges. A full refund will be made. 

  2. No refund is provided if written notification is more than 24 hours after course registration deadline. SUTD Academy reserves the rights to collect the full fee amount from the participant.

Replacement Policy

Companies may replace participants who have signed up for the course by giving a 3-working day notice before the course commencement date to sutd_academy@sutd.edu.sg. Terms and conditions apply.

Registration Policy

  1. Course may be cancelled due to insufficient participants. SUTD Academy will not be responsible or liable in any way for any claims, damages, losses, expenses, costs or liabilities whatsoever (including, without limitation, any direct or indirect damages for loss of profits, business interruption or loss of information) resulting or arising directly or indirectly from any course cancellation.

  2. Course enrolment is based on a first-come, first-served basis.

  3. SUTD Academy reserves the right to change or cancel any course or instructor due to unforeseen circumstances. 

Types of Funding

Funding under Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy ("MCES")

  1. MCES is an enhanced Subsidy to encourage mid-career individuals to upskill and reskill, thereby helping them to remain competitive and resilient in the job market. With this, all Singaporeans aged 40 and above will receive higher subsidies of up to 90% course fee subsidy for SSG-funded certifiable courses.

  2. Individuals/employers are not required to submit an application for the MCES. Those pursuing SSG-funded programmes will be charged the appropriate subsidised fees by SUTD Academy if they are eligible MCES. Individuals/employers will only need to pay the nett fee (full course fee after SSG's grant).

    For more info, please visit SkillsFuture website at https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy

Funding under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs ("ETSS")

  1. ETSS is an enhanced funding to enable SMEs to send their employees for training.

  2. SMEs will enjoy subsidies of up to 90% of the course fees when they sponsor their employees for SSG-funded certifiable courses.

  3. In addition to higher course fee funding, SMEs can also claim absentee payroll funding of 80% of basic hourly salary at a higher cap of $7.50 per hour. SMEs may apply for the absentee payroll via the SkillsConnect system.

  4. To qualify, SMEs must meet all of the following criteria:
    - Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
    - Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
    - Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
    - Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents

    For more info, please visit SSG website at https://www.ssg.gov.sg/programmes-and-initiatives/funding/enhanced-training-support-for-smes1.html


Funding under Union Training Assistance Programme ("UTAP")

UTAP is a training benefit for NTUC members to defray their cost of training. This benefit is to encourage more union members to go for skills upgrading.

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme).

For more info, please visit https://e2i.com.sg/individuals/ntuc-education-and-training-fund/.
 


Funding under Post-Secondary Education Account ("PSEA")

The Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) is part of the Post-Secondary Education Scheme to help pay for the post-secondary education of Singaporeans.

This is part of the Government’s efforts to encourage every Singaporean to complete their post-secondary education. It also underscores the Government’s commitment to support families in investing in the future education of their children and to prepare them for the economy of the future. PSEA is not a bank account.

It is administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and is opened automatically for all eligible Singaporeans.

Account holders can use their PSEA funds to pay for their own or their siblings’ approved fees and charges for approved programs conducted by approved institutions.

However, you will have to check your eligibility and balance by contacting MOE first.

Contact MOE at (65) 6260 0777

E-mail to MOE at contact@moe.edu.sg

Click here for MOE website.