Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Building on the great success of the first group, AI Academy has officially opened applications for the second batch of its Executive Program for Chief AI Officers (CAIO), its flagship initiative aimed at developing executive-level AI leadership across government and industry.
The second cohort builds directly on the proven effectiveness of the first program, which successfully certified 35 senior executives from government, defence, energy, healthcare, technology and national infrastructure sectors in the UAE, GCC and key regions of the world. Delivered in partnership with polynorm group and Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM)this program has established a new benchmark for executive AI education in the region.
CAIO Program Proven Effectiveness
Graduates of the first cohort completed an intensive practical curriculum that combines master classes, workshops, and applied exercises. The program provides leaders with the capabilities needed to drive AI transformation at the organizational and national levels, with a focus on responsible AI governance, regulatory alignment, fiscal impact, and large-scale AI deployment.
Participants received instruction from world-class instructors and industry leaders from organizations such as: Gain actionable insights and tools based on real-world implementations with NVIDIA, Databricks, Mubadala, HCLTech, OpenCV Foundation, Khalifa University, NYU Abu Dhabi, e&, G42, Core42, and more.
Alexander Kanin, founder of Polynorm Group; “The success of the first group shows how important a structured, executive-level AI leadership program is. As AI becomes central to competitiveness and performance, these leaders have the ability to turn potential into real and responsible impact.”
Dr. Taib A. Kamali, Chairman, Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), “This program reflects our commitment to developing leaders who can bridge advanced technology with sound governance and strategic decision-making. The results of the first cohort confirm the value of executive education that truly meets national and regional priorities.”
Cohort 1 also delivered six high-impact capstone projects that addressed pressing challenges in AI governance, healthcare sustainability, and energy resilience. These include a GCC-wide AI regulatory intelligence platform, a unified national AI layer for government services, an AI-driven healthcare transformation model, and a strategy to address growing AI-related energy demands. Participants further benefited from the site visit. ADNOC, Core42, Khazna Data Center and UAE Cyber Security Councilgiving you direct exposure to the nation's AI, cloud, and cybersecurity infrastructure.
Launch of second cohort
Following on from this strong foundation, the second recruitment of the Executive Program for Chief AI Officers aims to continue to raise the bar for executive AI leadership. This program once again brings together distinguished faculty, senior-level peer learning, and direct engagement with leaders who are actively shaping AI in practice.
Cohort 2 is tailored for a group of experienced executives drawn from across government and industry. Participants will work closely with global AI practitioners, policymakers, and technologists who have led large-scale AI deployments, navigated regulations, and advised top-level organizations. The emphasis continues to be on practical execution, strategic decision-making, and measurable impact.
The second batch of graduates will also join the program's invitation-only global CAIO network, fostering long-term collaboration, insight sharing, and strategic dialogue across sectors and geographies.
Admission
2nd cohort begins on April 10, 2026. Applications are now open and will close in the following days March 29, 2026. For early applicants, 10% discount. Given the program's selective admissions process and limited cohort size, early application is strongly encouraged.
Early application deadline: February 15, 2026
For more information and to apply, please visit https://polynome.ai/caio.
About Abu Dhabi School of Management
Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is a leading institution focused on entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership. Founded in 2011, the school is accredited by the Commission on Academic Accreditation (CAA) and has received multiple international recognitions. With over 20 global partnerships and over 50 UAE-based case studies, ADSM plays a strategic role in the development of the country's knowledge economy.
About Polynorm Group
Polynome Group is a Dubai-based AI company that provides enterprise-grade AI solutions across national and industry-wide projects. Polynome specializes in infrastructure, government partnerships, and professional development through the AI Academy, and is the only certified NVIDIA Solutions Advisor in the UAE and GCC and holds the Dubai AI Seal as a Trusted AI Company. Polynome has a track record of high-impact deployments, bridging global AI innovation and local execution.
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