Pathways are D^3’s online continuing education classes, designed to help professionals build confidence and capability in applying AI. Each module blends clear explanations of key concepts with guided, hands-on exercises and interactive activities, combining research-based insights with practical, real-world application.
Along the way, you can earn Completion Badges to showcase your progress on LinkedIn. There are also Skills Badges that recognize deeper mastery through in-platform achievements. Organized into three focus areas — AI Fundamentals, AI + Organizational Functions, and AI + Leadership & Management — Future Proof with AI offers flexible, personalized journeys to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive.
It takes just 2-3 hours to complete a module, like Generative AI Fundamentals or Actionable AI in Strategy, and earn a Completion Badge!
AI Fundamentals
AI Fundamentals provides a foundation for understanding the major branches of artificial intelligence—predictive, generative, and agentic—and their business applications. Through practical exercises and real-world use cases these modules equip professionals with the skills to evaluate and apply AI systems. You’ll build the confidence needed to harness AI responsibly and effectively across a variety of organizational contexts.
AI + Organizational Functions
Across key organizational functions, Future Proof with AI has you covered. This series shows how AI can streamline your workday with generative models that take routine tasks off your plate, while reasoning and agentic systems handle complex, multi-step workflows. With practical frameworks and real-world examples, it equips you to reimagine how work gets done, freeing time for higher-value impact.
AI + Leadership & Management
Whether you’re guiding strategy from the C-suite, managing teams, or shaping product delivery, AI + Leadership & Management equips you to lead confidently in an AI-driven workplace. These modules show how generative AI streamlines leadership tasks while reasoning and agentic systems orchestrate complex workflows. This series helps you reimagine workflows, make sharper decisions, and focus on the work that matters most. Your online continuing education starts here.