TRAIL FOR PROFESSIONALS
The Ultimate Responsible AI Learning Journey for AI Leaders and Practitioners
TRAIL for Professionals equips all artificial intelligence (AI) practitioners, professionals, and leaders with the foundational knowledge, skills, and tools to responsibly design and conduct their AI projects. This fully remote program focuses on practical applications, ensuring participants are well prepared to tackle real-world challenges in their workplaces. Participants can choose to complete the full program, follow tailored tracks, or select individual modules based on their specific needs.
Online & Live Micro-learning
Theory AND
Practice
Who Should Attend ?
TRAIL for Professionals is tailored for individuals who want to deepen their understanding of responsible AI and its practical applications. Participants should have a foundational understanding of AI concepts and a commitment to applying responsible AI practices in their work. It’s ideal for:
- Executives, Managers and Team Leaders in the Public and Private Sectors looking to implement AI strategies within their teams.
- Project Managers overseeing AI initiatives who need practical responsible AI tools for successful execution.
- Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers aiming to enhance their skills in developing responsible AI solutions.
- AI Developers and Researchers focused on advancing responsible practices in AI development.
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This comprehensive online program offers nine engaging modules that cover key concepts and best practices, empowering participants to address real-world challenges effectively.
Whether you are looking to complete the full program, explore tailored tracks, or select specific modules, TRAIL for Professionals is designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience.
Whether you are looking to complete the full program, explore tailored tracks, or select specific modules, TRAIL for Professionals is designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience.
Certification tracks
Why follow TRAIL?
Benefit from World-Class Mila Expertise
Learn from the first largest independent AI research institute in the world
Balance Theory and Practice
Discover and apply insights during sessions to facilitate practical, actionable learning
Experience Online and Live Learning
Enjoy the flexibility of self-paced study alongside engaging live sessions
Gain Targeted Upskilling
Select from a variety of specific modules or tailored tracks that align with your professional goals and needs
Access Curated Resources
Select from a variety of specific modules or tailored tracks that align with your professional goals and needs.
Join a Community of Peers
Meet and interact with other professionals facing similar challenges
Program Dates 2025
First Cohort
(English)
(English)
Second Cohort
(English)
(English)
Third Cohort
(French)
(French)
See what our former TRAIL participants have to say!
TRAIL is a fantastic hands-on program that allows you to collaborate with people from various backgrounds—model developers, business professionals, data architects, and academics—who are all dedicated to contributing to the responsible development
of AI.
NADIA PEREZ
Senior Manager, Data and Information Governance and Compliance, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
Senior Manager, Data and Information Governance and Compliance, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
A training that is both pragmatic and practical, providing real added value to the reflection on responsible AI, while offering tools and methods that can be applied throughout the entire lifecycle of AI projects.
Nesrine Zemirli Ph.D
Principal Director Artificial Intelligence
GRICS
Certified professionals since the beginning of TRAIL
Of participants recommend the program to peers
Participant’s ability to mitigate hazards increases by over 100% after the programme
Frequently asked questions
What are the prerequisites for the Program?
Participants should possess a foundational understanding of AI concepts, relevant professional experience, and a commitment to applying responsible AI practices. Specifically, for the AI Practitioner track, candidates should have an interdisciplinary background or interest, along with a basic knowledge of AI systems, probability, linear algebra, and machine learning.
What certification do participants receive?
Participants who complete the TRAIL for Professionals full program, the AI Leadership Journey, or the AI Practitioner Journey will receive a certification upon completion. Individual modules do not offer certification.
How is the program structured?
The full program comprises 9 modules. You also have the choice between two tailored tracks (the AI Leadership Journey and the AI Practitioner Journey), or the flexibility to choose individual modules to suit your specific goals. Modules are delivered weekly according to a set schedule, ensuring a well-structured and engaging learning experience. Participants who complete the full program or one of the tailored tracks will earn a certification, while individual modules do not include certification.
How long does the program last?
Each module consists of one hour of individual preparation work followed by a two-and-a-half-hour live session with an expert
Can I attend the program remotely?
Yes, the program is fully online.
Is the program offered in both English and French?
Absolutely! We have three cohorts each year: two in English during the winter and spring, and one in French in the fall.
What is the cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be made in writing to education@mila.quebec.
The following policy applies without exception:
The following policy applies without exception:
- One month before the event: 100% refund, minus 5% admin fee
- Three weeks before the event: 50% refund
- Two weeks before the event: No refund
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