Faculty - Led Course | Advanced

ML350vcx: Building an AI Strategy in Community Development Organizations

This course helps executive directors and senior leaders navigate the growing pressure to integrate artificial intelligence into their organizations while remaining true to their mission and accountable to their communities. AI is already present in most organizations, embedded in grant reporting tools, data platforms, communication systems, and the personal devices of staff. The question is no longer whether to engage with AI, but how to lead that engagement with clarity, governance, and purpose. Learners will develop practical AI governance policies, explore responsible implementation strategies, and leave with a 90-day AI roadmap built for their organization.

Please note that Day 3 live sessions are scheduled on November 12th to avoid Veterans Day. There is no expectation that work be completed on the holiday.

What You'll Learn

  • Recognize that AI is a people strategy, not a technology deployment.
  • Develop a working draft of your AI governance policy.
  • Design a 90-day roadmap for key stakeholder consideration and implementation.

Live Session Schedule

Day 1:

Monday, November 9, 2026
Session 1: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST | Session 2: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Day 3:

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Session 1: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST | Session 2: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Come Prepared for the Course

This accelerated faculty-led course takes place over 4-day days and is designed for optimal interactivity and engagement. Days 1 and 3 are each comprised of a total of 4 hours of live online instruction, divided into two sessions with a 1-hour break in between. Days 2 and 4 are dedicated to self-paced completion of all activities and assignments. All required coursework is due by 11:59 p.m. PT on the designated day of class.

Pre-Work & Preparation

Pre-Work & Preparation

Complete all pre-work by provided deadlines

Active Participation

Active Participation

Attend live sessions and engage in collaborative activities

Software Requirements

Software Requirements

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Zoom proficiency required

Hardware Setup

Hardware Setup

Dual monitors (recommended), webcam, and file management capabilities

Your Instructor

What Learners Are Saying

"This course gave me exactly what I needed to get started in housing counseling. The practical tools and real-world examples made it easy to apply what I learned immediately with my clients."

Maria Rodriguez

Housing Counselor, Urban CDC

"As someone transitioning from social work into housing counseling, this course provided the perfect foundation. The content was incredibly relevant to my daily work."

David Chen

Community Development Specialist

"The instructor's expertise really shines through in every module. I appreciated the balance of theory and practical application."

Sarah Johnson

Housing Program Manager

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