AI Literacy in the Age of Intelligence
The AI revolution is no longer coming, it’s already transforming the world around us. From ChatGPT to generative AI tools, the impact is fast, far-reaching, and accelerating every day.
In this new reality, organisations and professionals who lack AI literacy risk falling behind, losing relevance in their roles, and missing out on the opportunities shaping the future.
AI Literacy is no longer optional, it’s critical. It’s the foundation for staying competitive, making informed decisions, and leading in an AI-powered world.
What is AI Literacy
AI Literacy is the ability to understand, evaluate, and confidently use AI technologies, recognising both their capabilities and limitations in personal, professional, and societal contexts. It involves not only practical interaction with AI tools but also critical thinking, informed decision-making, and ethical responsibility.
This definition of AI literacy comprises five core components:
Core Knowledge of AI Concepts
Foundational Interaction with AI Tools
Critical Evaluation of AI Outputs
Awareness of AI Risks and Ethical Considerations
Comfort and Confidence in Engaging with AI
Why AI Literacy Matters?
The Pervasive and Accelerating Impact of AI
AI is no longer a futuristic concept but a present day reality, rapidly integrating into almost every aspect of modern life and work. It’s transforming industries, shaping how we consume information, influencing decisions in critical sectors like healthcare and finance, and automating tasks. This pervasive integration and the speed of AI’s development mean that understanding and navigating AI is crucial for everyone, not just technical specialists, to harness its benefits and mitigate its risks.
AI literacy is LinkedIn's top-ranked skill on the rise in 2025. (LinkedIn, 2025)
Wage premium is commanded by AI skills, exceeding the premium for degrees. (sciencedirect, 2025)
Of hiring managers say they wouldn't hire someone without AI literacy skills. (weforum, 2025)
Lead the Future with AI Literacy for Executives at CFTE
At CFTE, we’re committed to equipping professionals with the skills to thrive in a world shaped by finance and technology. With the rapid rise of AI, executive level AI literacy is no longer optional, it’s essential.
That’s why we created the AI Literacy for Executives course. This targeted programme is designed to:
Build robust AI Literacy
From foundational concepts to practical applications and strategic implications
Equip you with actionable knowledge
Learn how AI is being used today and how you can apply it in your context.
Focus on real-world relevance
Our curriculum is designed by industry experts for immediate applicability
The AI Literacy for Executives course empowers you to lead confidently in the AI era, making informed decisions, driving innovation, and future-proofing your role in a fast-changing digital economy.
Gain AI Literacy to Lead in the Age of AI
Pay in full
- 15 mins a day for 4 weeks
- 5 hours of learning in total
- 4 practical portfolio projects
- Quizzes and extended learning materials
- Lifetime access to our global community
- Accredited & industry-recognised certificate in AI Literacy
Pay in 3 Instalments
- 15 mins a day for 4 weeks
- 5 hours of learning in total
- 4 practical portfolio projects
- Quizzes and extended learning materials
- Lifetime access to our global community
- Accredited & industry-recognised certificate in AI Literacy
Get your employer to sponsor you
Did you know? Companies like JPMorgan Chase offer up to $7,500 in tuition sponsorship. Your employer might sponsor your learning too!
Mode of payment
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Installments
You can choose to pay the full amount, or you can opt for a 3-part plan
Who is CFTE
CFTE since its establishment in 2017, we empower the 85% of the financial workforce, rather than just focusing on the 15% of tech-savvy like many other organisations. We believe that everyone in financial services, regardless of their technical background, should be equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a digital world.
Instead of providing generic training, CFTE is uniquely specialised in financial services. The focus on the financial sector allows to provide industry-relevant training, designed by 1,000 experts, that addresses the specific challenges and opportunities within the industry, ensuring our learners gain actionable insights that they can immediately apply to their careers.
Alumni across the world in finance and technology
Industry experts shaping the financial services
Partners that are building
the future of finance worldwide
Tech is eating Finance. It is no longer about the why, but the how to upskill people.
AI Literacy Whitepaper
AI literacy goes beyond simply using AI-powered tools; it involves a deep understanding of how AI systems function, recognising their limitations, and ensuring their ethical and responsible use.
This whitepaper presents a practical framework for implementing AI literacy within organisations, equipping you to navigate the complexities of AI.
Updated: March 2025 with Version 0.3
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