SCIPIOACADEMY
SCIPIOACADEMY

Professional learning by Scipio & Partners.

Applied professional learning

Decide Whether to Build, Buy, or Partner for AI

Choose the delivery model that fits the business.

Distinguish requirements from attractive optional features. Assess speed, control, skills and integration needs.

100% onlineFocused practical course€199 per participantApplications open
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Illustrative scene: a technology leader compares three concrete AI delivery options through paper business cases and an integration diagram.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

What you will be able to do.

Business and technology leaders.

  • Distinguish requirements from attractive optional features.
  • Assess speed, control, skills and integration needs.
  • Include support, change, evaluation and dependency.
  • Explain trade-offs and the conditions that could change it.
WHAT YOU WILL CREATE

Options analysis including capabilities, integration, operating cost, and dependency.

IN PRACTICE

A situation you could face.

Your team can build an AI solution, buy a platform or work with a partner. Compare the full operating implications before choosing.

YOUR TASK

Explain trade-offs and the conditions that could change it.

Illustrative learning scenario.

CURRICULUM

Your learning path.

4 modules

01

Define essential capabilities

Distinguish requirements from attractive optional features.

02

Compare the delivery options

Assess speed, control, skills and integration needs.

03

Estimate total operating cost

Include support, change, evaluation and dependency.

04

Recommend the sourcing choice

Explain trade-offs and the conditions that could change it.

THE EXPERIENCE

Practice with a purpose.

Illustrative scene: a technology leader compares three concrete AI delivery options through paper business cases and an integration diagram.

100% onlineNo in-person attendance required.

Self-directed cases, practical exercises and worked examples. Your invitation confirms the learning materials, delivery format and support included.

Understand the decision

Define the question and the evidence a useful answer needs.

Test your judgement

Apply the method to a realistic case and explain your choices.

Review the quality

Use explicit criteria to judge the result and improve the work.

ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION

Before you apply.

Are courses delivered online?

Course materials, exercises and any included coaching or live sessions are delivered online. No in-person attendance required.

Each programme specifies its pace and included support. Your invitation confirms any scheduled sessions and their timing.

Why do I need to apply?

We review your background and any goals or motivation you choose to share to assess programme fit. There is no payment when you apply.

How do intakes work?

We welcome new participants in intakes over time. Apply for access and we will email you when the next intake opens for this programme.

When can I start?

We will confirm the start date, what is included and the fee when we invite you to join. You can then decide whether to take part. Applying does not give you immediate course access.

What does the fee cover?

Self-directed cases, practical exercises and worked examples. Your invitation confirms the learning materials, delivery format and support included. The €199 shown is an estimated fee per person. We will confirm what is included, the final price and any applicable taxes before you decide to join.

Will I receive a certificate?

Your invitation will explain what you need to complete, how your work will be assessed and whether the programme includes a certificate. Any Academy certificate is separate from an accredited academic qualification.

Who is behind the Academy?

Scipio Academy draws on practical expertise from senior alumni of McKinsey, BCG and Bain. We will share details of the programme contributors and reviewers with your invitation. The firms do not sponsor or endorse these programmes.