Stanford and OpenAI are launching the AI Leaders program for executives and entrepreneurs.

From April 6 to May 31, the online AI Leaders program will take place, targeting executives and decision-makers. Participants will develop an applied AI strategy for their organization and, upon completion of the course, will receive an official certificate from Stanford Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. The program is implemented with the participation of Stanford HAI, OpenAI Academy, and Silkroad Innovation Hub.

AI Leaders focuses on management issues in the era of artificial intelligence. According to the presented data, 87% of executives already use AI more frequently than employees. At the same time, the annual economic impact of AI implementation is estimated at $4.4 trillion, yet only 7% of companies have been able to scale AI projects beyond pilot solutions. This demonstrates that implementing technologies requires not isolated experiments, but a strategic management approach.

The academic foundation of the program is Stanford University Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, one of the world's leading research centers in the field of AI. The center unites more than 300 researchers and sets standards for the responsible and safe use of technologies. According to the AI Index 2025, private investment in AI in the US exceeds $100 billion. Program participants receive a Stanford HAI certificate as confirmation of course completion.

The practical component is implemented jointly with OpenAI Academy, an educational initiative of OpenAI aimed at developing AI literacy and the responsible application of generative AI in organizations. The program includes the AI Readiness course, focusing on the capabilities and limitations of AI and the conditions for its implementation, as well as the GPT Proficiency course on applying GPT for managerial and operational tasks. The training is built around real-world scenarios of using AI in business and management.

The program partner is Silkroad Innovation Hub, an international innovation hub in Silicon Valley, established in 2023 to support startups, corporations, and leaders from Central Eurasia. The hub's ecosystem includes more than 1,500 participants, over 350 events have been held, more than $100 million in investments have been attracted, and the total valuation of portfolio startups is $3 billion. The hub provides international expert and business networking opportunities for participants.

The program includes eight online sessions with case studies and four practical modules. The workload is two to three hours per week. The focus is on leadership, organizational change, risk management, and the implementation of AI in business processes, products, and strategy. The final project involves developing an AI strategy for the participant's own organization.

Upon completion of the program, participants gain access to the AI Leaders alumni community. The community offers a closed professional network, joint analysis of practical cases, navigation of current AI trends and regulatory issues, as well as opportunities for partnerships and joint initiatives.

The program is designed for senior and middle management, functional leaders, representatives of the public sector, as well as founders and top managers of technology companies for whom AI is a strategic factor for growth and competitive advantage.

The participation fee is $3,000 per participant. It includes training, development of a personal AI strategy, an official Stanford HAI certificate, and access to the alumni community. To apply and get additional information, please visit the official website aileaders2026.com or contact us via email apply@ai500leaders.com