Why scaling up AI safely is a leadership imperative

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries at breakneck speed, the pressure on organisations to deploy it responsibly has never been greater.

22 May 2025

From biased algorithms to AI hallucinations and black-box decisions, the risks are no longer hypothetical. They're here. And the expectations are just as real. Regulators demand transparency, while employees call for accountability and students look for strong ethical standards. That's why City & Guilds is proud to present a new online CPD event: A Strategic Blueprint for Responsible AI.


Why now?

This event builds on the momentum of our recent Future Skills on Digital and AI, where sector leaders explored how to move from tactical AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot to strategic, organisation-wide transformation.

Speakers highlighted the need for:

  • Flexible governance frameworks that empower rather than restrict.
  • Confidence-building through clear guidelines and upskilling.
  • Cultural alignment, where governance grows from within rather than being imposed from above.

As one expert put it: “Good governance isn’t about control - it’s about clarity, accountability, and enabling innovation with confidence.”


What you'll learn:

  • Strategic AI decision-making and how to integrate AI into high-stakes decisions without compromising ethics or trust.
  • The 5 pillars of AI governance: Explore practical frameworks for safety, ethics, privacy, transparency, and bias - and how to apply them in real-world contexts.
  • The Clearview Model: A hands-on governance approach you can implement immediately to guide responsible AI use across your organisation.
  • As a bonus: All attendees will earn a City & Guilds digital credential, showcasing your commitment to CPD and high-integrity AI leadership.

This high-impact session is designed for leaders looking to embed ethical, transparent, and accountable AI into their organisation, college, or training business. Whether you're shaping digital strategy, planning curriculum, overseeing compliance, leading data science teams, or driving workforce transformation, you'll find valuable insights here. If you're guiding the future of AI in any capacity, this event is for you.


How do I book?

The CPD event is aimed at senior leaders and takes place on 17 June 2025 at 9:30 - 13:00 (BST) with early bird tickets available for £199 until the end of May.

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