LUMS REDC has announced the launch of AI for the Boardroom (AIBR), a first-of-its-kind executive programme designed specifically for board members, chairpersons, Group CEOs, family business principals, and senior CXOs. Scheduled for January 8 to 10, 2026, at REDC LUMS, the programme aims to equip top leadership with the knowledge, tools, and practical experience needed to leverage artificial intelligence as a strategic capability in their organisations. Across sectors, AI is increasingly shaping business growth, investment decisions, operational efficiency, and competitive positioning, yet many leaders, particularly digital immigrants, lack structured opportunities to understand AI’s impact or apply it in real-world decision-making contexts.
The AIBR programme focuses on bridging this gap by offering hands-on sessions with advanced AI tools, real-life case studies, and interactive peer discussions. Participants will learn to integrate AI into boardroom discussions, identify areas where AI can create business value, and use it as an independent tool to stress-test assumptions, model scenarios, and gain insights on global market trends. By positioning AI as a “digital twin” of the organisation, the programme allows leaders to examine risks, test strategies, and enhance decision-making processes with greater confidence. This approach is designed to help boards not only understand AI conceptually but also apply it strategically to influence growth, efficiency, and innovation.
Guided by Dr. Anjum Fayyaz and Mr. Badar Khushnood, who bring extensive expertise at the intersection of strategy, digital transformation, and AI, the programme emphasizes practical learning alongside strategic thinking. Participants will explore how AI can serve as a neutral board voice, helping leaders evaluate decisions without bias and communicate AI-driven opportunities and challenges clearly across organisational hierarchies. The sessions also focus on fostering a proactive culture where AI is treated as a strategic partner, integrated into every major business conversation rather than seen as a technical tool.
With organisations across industries accelerating digital transformation, AIBR represents an opportunity for senior leaders to future-proof their strategies and build AI fluency at the highest decision-making levels. By combining experiential learning with strategic frameworks, the programme ensures that board members and CXOs can confidently incorporate AI into corporate governance, investment planning, and enterprise innovation initiatives. LUMS REDC’s initiative underscores the growing recognition that AI is no longer a back-office technology concern but a critical component of leadership strategy, enabling organisations to compete effectively and navigate the complexities of the global digital economy.
This executive programme marks an important step in preparing Pakistan’s leadership to harness AI as a trusted strategic tool, bridging the gap between technology understanding and board-level decision-making while empowering leaders to make informed, AI-driven strategic choices.
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