Global Standards for AI and ICT: OECD, UNESCO, and EU Governance Frameworks Training Course

Course Introduction

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) are transforming governance, business, and society. However, their rapid adoption has raised critical questions around ethics, regulation, and accountability. International bodies such as the OECD, UNESCO, and the European Union (EU) have introduced governance frameworks to guide responsible AI and ICT development, deployment, and oversight. This course provides an in-depth understanding of these global standards and their application.

The program emphasizes how these frameworks promote fairness, transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in AI and ICT systems. Participants will explore how principles developed by international organizations are shaping national policies and corporate governance across the globe.

By analyzing OECD principles, UNESCO recommendations, and EU regulations such as the AI Act, participants will gain the tools to evaluate compliance and integrate international standards into organizational and national strategies. Special attention will be paid to the practical implementation of these standards across diverse sectors.

The course also examines emerging issues, including cross-border governance, digital human rights, sustainability, and the ethical challenges posed by generative AI. Participants will explore how global frameworks are evolving to address new risks while ensuring opportunities for innovation.

Interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and simulation exercises will prepare participants to critically assess how standards can be operationalized in policy, law, and corporate environments. They will also learn to anticipate future developments in AI and ICT regulation.

Ultimately, the course equips participants to become global leaders in responsible digital governance. By mastering international standards, they will be prepared to harmonize local policies with global expectations, ensuring accountability, inclusivity, and ethical integrity in AI and ICT practices.

Who Should Attend

• Policymakers and regulators developing AI and ICT governance frameworks.
• Legal professionals specializing in international technology law and compliance.
• ICT and AI professionals seeking to align with global governance standards.
• Corporate executives responsible for ethical AI adoption and oversight.
• Compliance and risk management officers addressing regulatory challenges.
• Academics and researchers analyzing global technology governance models.
• Civil society organizations advocating for human rights in digital governance.
• International organizations implementing AI and ICT frameworks.
• Development agencies integrating responsible technology in global programs.
• Journalists and analysts covering international AI and ICT regulations.

Duration

10 days

Course Objectives

• Equip participants with in-depth knowledge of OECD, UNESCO, and EU AI and ICT frameworks.
• Strengthen capacity to analyze and apply international governance standards in diverse contexts.
• Provide tools for integrating fairness, transparency, and accountability into AI adoption.
• Enhance understanding of legal, ethical, and policy dimensions of global standards.
• Build skills for auditing compliance with OECD, UNESCO, and EU principles.
• Support participants in aligning corporate and national strategies with global expectations.
• Foster critical engagement with emerging governance challenges in AI and ICT.
• Encourage cross-border collaboration and harmonization of AI regulatory approaches.
• Enable participants to anticipate future regulatory trends and adapt governance strategies.
• Empower participants to promote responsible, ethical, and sustainable AI and ICT practices.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Global AI and ICT Governance

• The rise of international standards for AI and ICT
• Key governance principles: fairness, accountability, inclusivity
• Comparing global governance approaches
• The importance of harmonization in digital governance

Module 2: OECD AI Principles

• Overview of OECD AI principles and their significance
• Promoting human-centered values and fairness
• Case studies of OECD adoption in member states
• Challenges in operationalizing OECD principles

Module 3: UNESCO AI Ethics Recommendations

• Key ethical guidelines in UNESCO’s framework
• Addressing inclusivity, diversity, and human rights
• Role of culture and education in ethical AI adoption
• Implementation across member states and organizations

Module 4: EU AI Act and Governance Framework

• Understanding the EU AI Act and its objectives
• Risk-based regulatory approach to AI
• Obligations for developers, deployers, and users
• Global impact of EU AI standards

Module 5: Cross-Comparisons of OECD, UNESCO, and EU Frameworks

• Convergences and divergences in principles
• Opportunities for harmonized implementation
• Comparative case studies across regions
• Lessons for policymakers and corporations

Module 6: Legal and Policy Dimensions of Global Standards

• International law and AI governance
• National integration of global frameworks
• Policy tools for ensuring compliance
• Legal challenges in transnational governance

Module 7: Human Rights and Ethical AI

• Embedding human rights into AI and ICT governance
• Protecting privacy, freedom of expression, and equality
• Case studies on rights-based AI regulation
• Ensuring accountability in high-risk AI applications

Module 8: Transparency and Accountability Mechanisms

• Building transparency in AI systems
• Auditing and compliance tools for corporations
• Accountability frameworks for regulators
• Best practices in global transparency standards

Module 9: Corporate Governance and AI Compliance

• Embedding global standards into business practices
• Corporate risk management and accountability
• Codes of conduct and ethical AI adoption
• Corporate reporting on AI governance compliance

Module 10: AI and ICT in Sustainable Development

• Role of AI in achieving the SDGs
• UNESCO’s sustainability dimensions in ICT policy
• OECD perspectives on green and responsible AI
• EU sustainability regulations and ICT alignment

Module 11: Generative AI and Emerging Risks

• Ethical and legal challenges of generative AI
• Addressing misinformation, deepfakes, and IP rights
• Global standards for generative AI governance
• Balancing innovation and risk mitigation

Module 12: Cross-Border Data Governance

• Global standards on data sharing and privacy
• OECD and EU frameworks on data governance
• Challenges of cross-border digital flows
• Policy responses to data sovereignty issues

Module 13: AI in Education, Culture, and Society

• UNESCO’s cultural and educational guidelines
• Ethical challenges of AI in learning environments
• Promoting inclusive ICT in education systems
• Societal impacts of AI-driven digital transformation

Module 14: Monitoring and Evaluation of Standards Implementation

• Indicators for measuring compliance with global standards
• Tools for monitoring and evaluation at organizational levels
• International cooperation in benchmarking AI adoption
• Reporting mechanisms for transparency

Module 15: Case Studies in Global AI and ICT Governance

• OECD implementation in member and partner countries
• UNESCO-led initiatives in AI ethics
• EU governance case studies and corporate compliance
• Lessons from developing and emerging economies

Module 16: Designing a Global AI and ICT Governance Strategy

• Developing a governance framework for AI and ICT
• Integrating OECD, UNESCO, and EU principles in practice
• Stakeholder engagement in governance strategy design
• Presenting final governance roadmaps

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better