Transformational Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
Transformational Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
AI is transforming global competitiveness. This programme equips Nigerian C-suite leaders with the strategic vision, governance frameworks, and practical roadmap to drive AI-powered innovation and organisational transformation.
This course is designed for C-Suite Executives (CEOs, COOs, CIOs, CFOs) and department heads looking to integrate AI into their corporate strategy. It also targets strategic leaders, including Board Members and senior public sector officials. These leaders will gain the tools necessary to drive organizational transformation and high-level policy innovation.
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus
Programme Date
Sep 1, 2026
Programme Fee
₦1,200,000 (Excluding VAT)
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus
Programme Date
Sep 1, 2026
Programme Overview
In an era defined by digital acceleration, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as the definitive catalyst for economic transformation and competitive redefinition. For Nigerian enterprises, the imperative to adopt AI is not merely about technological upgrade—it is an existential leadership challenge. This programme, is designed to equip C-suite executives and senior leaders with the strategic vision, governance frameworks, and practical roadmap to spearhead AI-driven transformation.
Key Learning Outcomes
Demystify and master core AI concepts, including Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Generative AI, to articulate a compelling strategic narrative and develop a context-specific, SMART AI strategy that is precisely aligned with your organization’s core business objectives and competitive market positioning.
Diagnose your organization’s current standing by conducting a rigorous AI maturity and digital readiness audit, then apply the “AI Factory” blueprint to restructure operations, culture, and talent to support sustained intelligence and holistic organizational transformation.
Champion the responsible adoption of emerging technologies by implementing robust governance frameworks that mitigate ethical, privacy, and cybersecurity risks, while executing a phased transformation roadmap driven by clear pilots, measurable KPIs, and a data-driven culture of continuous learning.
Hybrid Programme
Programme Date
Sep 1, 2026
Programme Fee
₦1,200,000 (Excluding VAT)
Module 1: The AI Foundation for Strategic Leaders
Decode the technology to command the strategy.
- AI Deconstructed: Beyond the hype—understanding machine learning, neural networks, and generative AI in business language.
- The AI Value Matrix: Mapping AI subfields (Computer Vision, NLP, Predictive Analytics) to core business functions: growth, efficiency, innovation, and risk management.
- Global & Local Landscape: Analysis of AI adoption from Silicon Valley to Shenzhen, contrasted with pioneering African case studies (Flutterwave, MTN, Jumia).
- Interactive Session: “The AI Opportunity Scan” – Participants identify high-impact use cases within their own value chains.
Module 2: Crafting Your AI-Driven Business Transformation
From insight to blueprint.
- The Digital Transformation Imperative: How AI integrates with IoT, Cloud, and Blockchain to redefine industries (Industry 4.0).
- Strategy in Action: Deep-dive cases on disruption from Amazon and Netflix to local champions.
- Overcoming Nigerian Friction Points: A candid analysis of infrastructure, talent, data, and change management hurdles.
- Hands-on Workshop: “AI Strategy Canvas” – Teams develop the core pillars of their organization’s AI ambition.
Module 3: Building the AI-First Operating Model
Engineer your organization for intelligence.
- The Anatomy of an AI-First Company: Culture, structure, and processes of data-centric organizations.
- The AI Factory in Detail: From data pipelines and model development to MLOps and scalable deployment.
- Talent & Structure: Designing future-proof teams—integrating Data Scientists, Translators, and Ethicists.
- Creating a Data-Driven Culture: Leadership levers to encourage experimentation and evidence-based decision-making.
- Capstone Workshop: “Our AI Capability Roadmap” – Drafting a 18-month plan for capability building.
Module 4: Governing AI: Risk, Ethics, and Responsible Leadership
Scale with trust and integrity.
- The Ethical Imperative: Frameworks for fairness, transparency, and accountability. Confronting algorithmic bias.
- AI Risk Management: A structured approach to identifying and mitigating operational, reputational, and strategic risks.
- Cybersecurity in the AI Era: AI as both a shield and a potential vulnerability.
- Global & Local Governance: From the EU AI Act and NIST frameworks to Nigeria’s NDPR and evolving continental policies.
- Compliance Simulation: “The Responsible AI Audit” – Evaluating a sample AI initiative against ethical and regulatory standards.
Module 5: AI, Foresight, and Strategic Execution
From planning to pitch.
- Aligning AI with Corporate Strategy: Ensuring AI initiatives drive market expansion, product innovation, and operational excellence.
- Policy and Competitive Advantage: Anticipating and influencing the regulatory landscape.
- Strategic Foresight: Using scenario planning to prepare for AI’s future impact on your industry.
- The Final Challenge: “C-Suite Strategy Pitch” – Participants present their comprehensive AI transformation plan to a panel of faculty and industry experts for critical feedback.
Professor Olayinka David-West is Dean of Lagos Business School and a leading authority on business management, technology, and digital transformation. With decades of experience in IT and financial services, she has advanced academia, research, and business practices through strategic insights. At LBS, she has served as a faculty member, director, associate dean, and accreditation lead, driving global recognition and international accreditations. Her research focuses on technology’s impact on business models, strategy, and policy. Since 2015, she has led the SIDFS initiative on digital and financial inclusion. She holds CGEIT, CISA, and cyber risk governance certifications and mentors women in STEM.
Prof. Nkemdilim Iheanachor is a thought leader and active participant in the Nigerian Financial Inclusion Ecosystem. He leads the Supply-Side workstream of the Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Financial Services Initiative (SIDFS) in LBS, aimed at improving financial inclusion in Nigeria through research, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement. SIDFS is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF). He has led different research programmes on the adoption of digital financial services (DFS) for financial inclusion.
He is a member of the Strategy Group in Lagos Business School (LBS), where he also serves as an Academic Director in the Senior Management Programme, as well as a course director in other executive and open-enrolment programmes in the School. Nkemdilim holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, a Master of Business Administration degree, as well as an MPhil and a PhD in Management. He is also a visiting lecturer on the MBA programme at the University of Stellenbosch’s Business School, Cape Town, South Africa.
Dr. Yetunde Anibaba (Ph.D.) is a management educator and organizational development professional at Lagos Business School, where she teaches Analysis of Business Problems (ABP) and decision-making across various MBA and senior executive programs. With a background in Information Technology and Human Resource Management, she has designed several highly-rated seminars, including the “Driving Digital Revolution” program. An alumna of prestigious institutions like Wharton and IESE, she holds a Ph.D. in Management and provides advisory services to numerous organizations while serving as a member of the Humanistic Management Network.
The Admission Process
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