Forget everything you know about traditional AI. Agentic AI doesn’t just analyze data; it acts on it. From drafting sales emails to updating CRMs, it’s not just a tool—it’s a game-changer. Are you ready to harness its power?



Agentic AI and AI Agents: A Primer for Leaders
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Instructor: Dr. Jules White
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What you'll learn
Understand the Fundamentals of Agentic AI and AI Agents: Gain a clear understanding of how AI agents work enabling you to make informed decisions.
Differentiate Innovation from Hype: Learn to evaluate AI solutions, recognize opportunities for impact, and avoid outdated or overhyped approaches.
Build Basic Agents with Custom GPTs: Develop hands-on experience creating simple yet powerful AI agents using custom GPTs.
Skills you'll gain
- Emerging Technologies
- Business Transformation
- Workflow Management
- Business Strategy
- Business Process Automation
- Prompt Engineering
- Technology Strategies
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Generative AI
- Agentic systems
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Generative AI Agents
- Automation
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Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025
It's hard not to be contaminated by Jules' enthusiasm and engagement. He's great at giving context, both zooming out and in as required. Fully recommended.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025
I have really enjoyed learning about Agentic Ai and Custom GPT from Jules White from Vanderbilt University - they are explained in a simple way so that everyone can understand!
Reviewed on May 28, 2025
Super clear and concise intro into GPT's and their use! Thank you for providing this entry point into how to embark on a journey into AI.
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