A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering OECD AI Principles for Senior Corporate Development Leaders
Govern AI innovation with authority and precision across cross-functional initiatives
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Avoid being bypassed on critical AI deal reviews and governance escalations
The situation this course is for
Even seasoned leaders find their input sidelined when AI governance lacks a consistent, recognized framework, leading to duplicated work, last-minute escalations, and missed influence on high-impact transactions.
Who this is for
Senior Corporate Development leader at a high-growth AI-driven tech company, responsible for M&A, partnerships, and cross-functional alignment on emerging technology risk
Who this is not for
Entry-level analysts, legal counsel focused solely on contract terms, or product managers without governance decision rights
What you walk away with
- Own the governance narrative in AI-driven M&A and partnership reviews
- Build regulator-ready artefacts aligned with OECD AI Principles
- Establish documented decision rights across peer teams
- Accelerate board-level consensus through standardized review templates
- Lead cross-functional AI due diligence without deferring to external teams
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introducing the OECD AI Principles
Foundational overview of the OECD AI Principles, contextualized for corporate development leaders managing AI-driven transactions and governance escalations.
12 chapters in this module
- Origins of the OECD AI Principles
- Five core principles explained
- Relevance to M&A due diligence
- Mapping principles to deal stages
- How regulators reference them
- Linking to internal risk appetite
- Benchmarking against peers
- Integration with legal frameworks
- Handling algorithmic transparency
- Assessing organizational responsibility
- Bias and fairness expectations
- Documentation standards
Module 2. AI Governance in Corporate Development
Apply OECD principles specifically to corporate development workflows including acquisition screening and partner onboarding.
12 chapters in this module
- Due diligence checklist alignment
- Identifying high-risk AI use cases
- Vendor AI capability assessment
- AI maturity scoring for targets
- Escalation thresholds defined
- Cross-team coordination playbook
- Regulator-facing summary creation
- Board-prep paper structure
- Delegation of authority rules
- Decision log implementation
- Version control for AI assets
- Handling model documentation gaps
Module 3. OECD Principles and Merger Integration
Ensure post-merger integration respects AI governance standards and maintains compliance continuity.
12 chapters in this module
- Integration planning with AI assets
- Harmonizing model inventories
- Data lineage reconciliation
- Model risk ownership transfer
- Audit trail migration
- Policy alignment timeline
- Training transfer for teams
- Ethics committee integration
- Monitoring plan synchronization
- KPIs for governance health
- Reporting structure mapping
- Exit criteria for integration
Module 4. Regulator-Facing Review Preparation
Build clear, defensible submissions for regulatory inquiries related to AI-powered transactions.
12 chapters in this module
- Common regulator questions
- Preparing model risk statements
- AI fairness impact summaries
- Traceability from decision to code
- Third-party validation strategy
- Redaction protocols for IP
- Timeline for response drafting
- Internal sign-off workflow
- Versioning for submissions
- Lessons from public cases
- Engaging external experts
- Follow-up readiness
Module 5. Board-Level Communication Strategy
Craft compelling, non-technical narratives for leadership on AI governance risks and decisions.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating OECD principles
- Risk heat mapping visuals
- Deal-specific governance summaries
- Executive summary templates
- Anticipating leadership questions
- Framing ethical trade-offs
- Balancing speed and compliance
- Highlighting deal synergies
- Documenting escalation rationale
- Creating decision dashboards
- Version-controlled presentations
- Cadence for updates
Module 6. Cross-Functional Influence Framework
Strengthen your role as the central node in AI governance decisions across legal, risk, engineering, and product teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Establishing governance ownership
- RACI matrix for AI deals
- Conflict resolution pathways
- Creating shared definitions
- Workshop facilitation guide
- Building credibility through consistency
- Referenceable decision library
- Escalation routing protocols
- Peer feedback integration
- Influence without authority
- Cross-team KPI alignment
- Sustaining engagement over time
Module 7. AI Due Diligence Toolkit
Practical tools and checklists for assessing AI maturity and risk in potential acquisitions or partnerships.
12 chapters in this module
- AI maturity scoring rubric
- Model inventory completeness
- Bias testing protocols
- Explainability requirements
- Data provenance checks
- Compliance gap analysis
- Third-party model audit trail
- Security configuration review
- Monitoring system adequacy
- Ethics board presence
- Documentation standards
- Risk rating finalization
Module 8. Decision Rights and Escalation Paths
Define clear boundaries for AI governance decisions and streamline escalation workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Tiered decision framework
- Standard vs. exception handling
- Peer review triggers
- Executive escalation criteria
- Documentation for auditability
- Time-bound resolution rules
- Conflict mediation process
- Updating decision rights
- Role changes and coverage
- Delegation during absences
- Escalation logging
- Post-mortem review process
Module 9. Documentation for Defensible Governance
Create clear, lasting records that stand up to internal and external scrutiny.
12 chapters in this module
- Decision rationale capture
- Version-controlled artefacts
- Approval chain logging
- Metadata tagging strategy
- Searchable repository setup
- Retention policy alignment
- Access control configuration
- Cross-referencing deals
- Automated reminders
- Annual certification process
- Archiving completed deals
- Audit readiness checklist
Module 10. Building Repeatable Governance Workflows
Turn one-off reviews into scalable, consistent processes across multiple deals.
12 chapters in this module
- Standardizing intake forms
- Automated routing rules
- Template library creation
- Cross-deal benchmarking
- Efficiency tracking
- Feedback loop design
- Process refinement cycles
- Tool integration points
- Training for new staff
- Quality assurance steps
- Continuous improvement
- Scaling governance capacity
Module 11. Leading AI Ethics Reviews
Guide ethical assessments of AI systems in acquisition targets and partnerships.
12 chapters in this module
- Fairness assessment framework
- Human oversight requirements
- Bias testing methodology
- Stakeholder impact analysis
- Transparency thresholds
- Redress mechanisms
- Ethics review board involvement
- Case study walkthrough
- Public perception risks
- Remediation planning
- Monitoring for drift
- Reporting ethical incidents
Module 12. Sustaining Governance Leadership
Maintain influence and relevance as AI governance evolves across regulatory and technical landscapes.
12 chapters in this module
- Tracking regulatory changes
- Updating internal frameworks
- Engaging with standards bodies
- Industry peer networking
- Thought leadership development
- Internal training programs
- Succession planning
- Measuring governance impact
- Adapting to technical shifts
- Budget justification
- Celebrating wins
- Reinforcing decision authority
How this maps to your situation
- M&A due diligence
- Regulator-facing submissions
- Cross-functional team alignment
- Board-level communication
Before vs. after
Before
AI governance input is reactive, inconsistent, and often bypassed during high-pressure deal cycles.
After
Your desk is the default destination for AI governance escalations, due diligence, and leadership input, driving trusted outcomes across deals.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with flexible pacing.
If nothing changes
Without a structured approach, your influence on AI-driven transactions may diminish as peer teams develop their own ad-hoc frameworks, leading to fragmented decisions and higher regulatory exposure.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic AI ethics courses, this program is tailored to corporate development leaders, focusing on transactional governance, regulator-facing outputs, and cross-functional decision rights, not abstract theory.
Frequently asked
Is this course technical?
No. It’s designed for strategic leaders, not data scientists. Focus is on governance, decision rights, and cross-functional coordination.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I share this with my team?
Each license is for individual use. Team pricing is available upon request.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with flexible pacing..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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