Master the frameworks for AI investment decisions, portfolio management, and build-vs-buy analysis
Every AI investment request that lands on your desk represents both opportunity and risk. This module gives you the tools to evaluate AI investments with the same rigor you apply to any strategic capital allocation.
You'll learn frameworks for prioritizing AI initiatives, calculating realistic ROI, and making the critical build-vs-buy decisions that determine long-term competitive advantage.
"The best AI investment is often the one you don't make - until you're ready."
High impact, low complexity
High impact, high complexity
Low impact, low complexity
Low impact, high complexity
Build a balanced AI investment portfolio across innovation horizons - from proven applications to emerging experiments.
Apply the Impact-Feasibility Matrix to evaluate and rank AI initiatives against business objectives.
Master realistic AI ROI methodology including direct benefits, productivity gains, and risk-adjusted returns.
Navigate the build-buy-partner decision with frameworks for evaluating customization needs and vendor dependencies.
Structure compelling AI business cases that win board approval and survive CFO scrutiny.
Establish stage-gate processes and kill criteria to manage AI investments with discipline.
Build the strategic decision-making skills that separate successful AI organizations from the rest.
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