Foundations and Frontiers of General-Purpose AI Governance training program

Foundations and Frontiers of AI Governance is a six-week intensive training program by General-Purpose AI Lab hosted at Sciences Po that explores the technical foundations and emerging challenges of general-purpose artificial intelligence (GPAI) governance. The program brings together students and early-career professionals with leading experts in AI technology, policy, and governance to examine critical questions shaping the future of GPAI.

Through weekly sessions combining guest lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on projects, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of GPAI capabilities, evaluation methods, and governance frameworks.

Students will engage with distinguished speakers from both technical and policy backgrounds and participate in structured discussions of key readings. The program culminates in student-led presentations, experience writing policy briefs, and optional research projects that contribute to ongoing global discussions about AI governance. 
Participants will both develop theoretical understanding and have a chance to apply it in practice, producing deliverables to enhance their professional portfolios while contributing to the broader dialogue on AI governance.

Key topics covered include:

- Technical foundations of general-purpose AI systems
- Current and emerging AI capabilities
- Methods and challenges in AI evaluation
- International governance frameworks and initiatives
- Practical approaches to AI governance

Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate from the GPAI Policy Lab.

Ideal participants will have:

- Strong interest in AI governance and policy impact
- Drive to contribute to practical governance solutions
- Self-motivated and proactive approach to learning
- Commitment to pursuing a career in AI governance
- Currently enrolled in an advanced master's program (preferably M2)

We welcome applications from a broad range of applicants, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t meet all criteria, as long as you are passionate about a career in AI governance!

Apply through the application form by March, 6, 2024!