Become a Chartered AI Business Professional (CAiBP^®) 

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline (business, economics, marketing, technology, humanities, etc.)

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of full-time professional experience, with at least:

• 2 years in roles involving exposure to AI, digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, or business innovation involving emerging technologies.
• 8 years in business or strategic roles (e.g., management, consulting, operations, product management, marketing, etc.)

Ideal Candidate Background:

• Mid-level professionals transitioning into AI strategy roles.
• Business analysts, digital transformation leads, innovation leads, etc.
• Professionals from non-tech industries (finance, healthcare, retail, etc.) exploring AI’s business impact.

General Eligibility Criteria:

• Demonstrated understanding of AI’s impact on business strategy, customer experience, operations, or competitive advantage.
• Ability to interpret and apply AI concepts in a non-technical, strategic business context.
• English language proficiency.
• May be subject to a professional reference or portfolio review.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in any discipline (MBA, MSc in Business, Economics, Finance, Technology Management, etc.)

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 7 years of full-time professional experience, with at least:

• 1 year in roles involving AI-driven strategy, digital innovation, or business transformation.
• 6 years in roles with strategic or analytical responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate Background:

• Early to mid-career professionals with advanced business education.
• AI consultants, strategic planners, product leads, innovation strategists, etc.
• Individuals with academic knowledge but seeking a business certification to validate real-world application.

General Eligibility Criteria:

• Demonstrated understanding of AI’s impact on business strategy, customer experience, operations, or competitive advantage.
• Ability to interpret and apply AI concepts in a non-technical, strategic business context.
• English language proficiency.
• May be subject to a professional reference or portfolio review.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No mandatory academic degree requirements.
• No fixed years of experience requirement.

Eligibility Based On:

Candidates must demonstrate exceptional professional achievement and strategic impact in fields relevant to business innovation and AI. This includes but is not limited to:

• Founders or executives who have led AI-powered business initiatives or startups.
• Professionals with a proven track record in AI-enabled transformation within organizations.
• Recognized thought leaders, speakers, or authors in AI and business strategy.
• Recipients of industry awards, honors, or recognitions in innovation, digital leadership, or emerging tech adoption.

Required Evidence (minimum two of the following):

1. A portfolio of achievements (e.g., case studies, projects, public recognition, patents, or AI-driven business outcomes).
2. Recommendation letters from senior executives, board members, or recognized professionals.
3. Published articles, whitepapers, or talks on AI/business strategy.
4. Media coverage or awards for innovation or leadership in AI-related business transformation.

Review Process:

• Applications under this track are reviewed by a Professional Certification Board or Peer Committee.
• Candidates may be invited for a panel interview or presentation.
• Track 3 does not waive assessment requirements — candidates must still pass the certification exam and other modules.

Ideal Candidate Background:

• Non-traditional professionals from any industry who’ve led or influenced business impact through AI or data innovation, despite not meeting formal degree or experience benchmarks.
• Entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, policymakers, or independent consultants.