Become an Ethical AI & Systems Design Professional
Program Overview
Our 2-part training program prepares professionals to integrate digital ethics and value-based decision-making into real-world practice. You’ll explore foundational moral philosophies, the role of values in system design, and the basics for key frameworks like the EU AI Act and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
As an Ethical AI & Systems Design Professional, you’ll demonstrate practical expertise in designing compliant and ethical AI and IT systems.
Module 1: Fundamentals in Computer Ethics
Discover the foundations of digital ethics and understand how values shape the design of AI and emerging technologies.
Content
Our class features seven course units.
- Digital Ethics – An Overview and Introduction
- Unit 1.1: Computer Ethics – A historical Account
- Unit 1.2: Computer Ethics & Value Sensitive Design
- Unit 1.3: Value-based Engineering & Ethical AI
- What are Values?
- Unit 2.1: What are values?
- Unit 2.2: Values in philosophy: Naturalism, idealism, realism
- Unit 2.3: Value cognition: How do we like things?
- Value Prioritization
- Unit 3.1: Value prioritization in practice
- Unit 3.2: Value prioritization in Material Value Ethics
- Moral Philosophies
- Unit 4.1: Utilitarianism
- Unit 4.2: Duty Ethics
- Unit 4.3: Virtue Ethics
- Virtue Ethics and Technology
- Unit 5.1: Technology impact on Moral Habituation & Relations
- Unit 5.2: Technology impact on Self-understanding/examination
- Unit 5.3: Technology impact on Moral Salience and Prudence
- Futurism and the Idea of Humankind (Menschenbild)
- Unit 6.1: Transhumanism and Homo Deus
- Unit 6.2: Implicit ideas of humankind
- Unit 6.3: Differences between human intelligence and AI
- Value Theory in Economics and Value-based Engineering
- Unit 7.1: What was and is considered ‘value’ in economics
Format
This class is delivered as blended learning experience featuring video lessons, along life classes.
Module 2: Value Principles and Fundamental Rights
Advance your expertise with a deep dive into five core values shaping AI and IT design: dignity, freedom, privacy, transparency, and fairness.
Content
Learn to address bias, data protection, and ethical challenges in complex systems.
The detailed class outline will be provided shortly
Format
This class is delivered as blended learning experience featuring video lessons, along life classes.
Case Study
Demonstrate your ability to apply ethical principles in practice through a real-world case study.
Content
Present a case where you have applied Value-based Engineering and the value principles in practice.
This hands-on component strengthens your certification portfolio and prepares you for complex ethical challenges.
Format
Live presentation.
Who should attend
This program is designed for graduates of the VBE Ambassador Program:
- Engineers, product managers, and designers ready to apply ethical principles in a leading role to advanced system design challenges
- Ethics and compliance professionals aiming to lead implementation of ethical and regulatory standards across teams
- Leaders and senior experts seeking to drive organizational strategy and shape ethical innovation at scale
Getting Certified (Coming Soon)
Certified Ethical AI & Systems Design Professional
The Ethical AI & Systems Design Professional certification validates your practical expertise in building responsible, compliant AI systems.
To earn certification:
- Complete the VBE Ambassador certification (or comparable)
- Complete Module 1 and Module 2
- Submit and pass the case study assessment
- Pass the final certification exam
With this certification, you’ll position yourself as a leader in ethical innovation and AI governance.
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Upcoming Courses
Digital Ethics Module 2: Value Principles and Fundamental Rights (May 2025)
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Digital Ethics Module 1: Fundamentals in Computer Ethics (July 2025)
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Digital Ethics Module 2: Value Principles and Fundamental Rights (Sept. 2025)
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Digital Ethics Module 1: Fundamentals in Computer Ethics (Nov. 25)
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