The only HR-focused AI certification that develops strategic transformation leaders — professionals who can design, govern, and optimize AI across the talent lifecycle. Grounded in Brandon Hall Group’s research and frameworks, this program builds real capability, not just conceptual understanding.
By enrolling, you’ll gain access to this certification plus all Institute Membership benefits, including our research library, expert community, and analyst support — at no additional cost.
This self-paced course helps HR and business leaders master the frameworks, skills, and strategies needed to drive AI-enabled transformation across the enterprise.
Professionals who attain the Certified AI Transformation Strategist (CAITS) designation demonstrate their ability to lead AI adoption responsibly and strategically — balancing innovation, ethics, and performance.
Earn a Certified Learning Strategist (CLS) professional certification through Brandon Hall Group’s Certification Program.
Professionals who attain Certified Learning Strategist designation receive CLS credentials and a digital badge to be displayed on a CV, in a bio, on social profiles and in email signatures.
Earn a Certified AI Transformation Strategist (CAITS) professional certification through Brandon Hall Group’s Institute Certification Program. Graduates receive official CAITS credentials and a digital badge to display on a CV, bio, email signature, or professional profile.
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Self-paced online program. One year to complete.
Full Institute Membership Benefits – Access our extensive research library, connect with HR leaders, and receive customized analyst support alongside your certification.
Leveraging our HCM Excellence Awards we teach you how to create programs that measurably benefit the organization.
Videos, quizzes and interactive content designed for a proven learning experience.
The Certified AI Transformation Strategist (CAITS) program builds mastery through a proven, evidence-based structure:
Expect to invest approximately 20 hours to complete all three phases. You have up to one year to finish at your own pace, ensuring flexibility for working professionals.
Your certification is now included in Brandon Hall Group Institute Membership, providing:
10 Self-Paced Learning Modules
Phase 1 focuses on building the core competencies required to design, govern, and measure AI transformation strategies in HR. Each self-paced module includes guided learning, practical examples, and knowledge checks to validate understanding.
In Phase 2, you’ll apply what you’ve learned through a comprehensive case study simulation based on a fictional organization, TechMark Solutions. You’ll analyze its business context, identify AI opportunities, evaluate readiness, build governance and ROI frameworks, and develop a 10-section AI transformation strategy. This hands-on application reinforces your ability to use course concepts in real-world organizational settings while receiving guided prompts and structured templates.
Raising Skills and Maintaining Continuous Learning for Sales
New Learning Technology Accelerates Call Center Skills
A Program to Create a Culture Geared Toward Digital Transformation
Innovating Onboarding Through Self-Pacing and Mentoring
An “Anywhere University” Focused on Remote Engagement, Effective Coaching
Adaptive Learning Accelerates Time to Competency
Just-in-Time Training on Tactical Tasks
Organizational Case Study
In the final phase, you’ll take everything you’ve learned and apply it to your own organization. You’ll complete the same 10-section framework, producing a full AI Transformation Strategy tailored to your company’s goals, maturity, and operating context. Your submission will be reviewed by Brandon Hall Group analysts and evaluated for practical application and strategic alignment.
“I found the case studies really interesting. It can be easy to be trapped in the bubble of our own context. Stepping outside my current day-to-day and stepping into another company / industry / challenge was both broadening and provocative.”
Micah Jacobson
Sr. Director, Global Enablement Innovation Strategy at Salesforce.
“I found this course to be very relatable to my current work profile at Colgate Palmolive. The topics covered provide a good amount of knowledge each professional should possess. The assessments allow us to think from various perspectives and are well laid out for learning retention. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of this program.”
Rakhi Dadoo
Global Learning Design Manager at Colgate Palmolive.