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Build AI Confidence. Demonstrate Capability. Lead the Future of Investment Management.
A structured pathway from AI foundations to board-level strategy.
The IA AI Academy is designed specifically for investment management professionals looking to understand, adopt and apply AI effectively within their role and organisation – from first principles through to governance and enterprise-wide strategy.
Built around the benefits your teams need.
Each tier is mapped to the people who will use AI day to day – with outcomes framed around their role, not the technology.
Compliance, Risk & Legal
Clear understanding of AI governance, accountability and oversight to shape internal policies and support responsible deployment.
Operations & Technology
Practical deployment considerations, workflow design and operational risk for managing AI-enabled processes.
Investment & Research
How AI supports research, analysis and decision-making – while recognising the limitations and governance requirements.
Marketing, Comms & IR
Guidance on adoption, content governance and responsible use for teams already experimenting with AI tools.
L&D and HR
A structured framework to identify skills gaps and build AI capability programmes across the organisation at scale.
Boards & Senior Leaders
Strategic understanding of adoption, investment priorities, governance and organisational readiness – focused on outcomes and ROI.
Why learn AI with the Investment Association.
The future belongs to firms that develop AI capability, not just AI technology. We help you build it responsibly.
- Unrivalled access to the industry's network of members, peers and practitioners
- Course content shaped by our unique position working with members, government and regulators
- Always current – reflecting the latest policy, regulatory and market developments as they happen
- Delivered by best-in-class trainers and specialists chosen for real-world expertise
- Designed specifically for investment management professionals
Don't just learn about AI. Prove you can apply it.
The Academy goes beyond knowledge acquisition. Participants work towards an IA AI Academy Micro-Credential, demonstrating the ability to apply AI effectively and responsibly within an investment management environment.
CPD-Eligible Learning
Every course counts towards your continuing professional development.
IA Micro-Credential
Complete the learning pathway to earn an IA AI Academy micro-credential.
Verified Digital Badge
Gain a shareable digital badge and certificate recognising completion of your IA Academy learning pathway.
