AI top 10 seminars 2025: Artificial intelligence & learning courses

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a trend to an essential competency. Companies across all industries are seeking professionals who can plan and implement AI projects at short notice. But which seminar delivers tangible know-how in just a few days? A recent IBM study on AI in the workplace shows that 87% of executives consider AI skills crucial for their employees’ future viability.

This comparison examines the ten most practice-oriented and maximum five-day, paid programs available in the German market in 2025.

Comparison criteria

To make seminars comparable, we evaluate them according to five objective criteria:

• Price – Total costs without discounts or subsidies
• Duration – Net seminar days (maximum five days)
• Certificate – Official qualification exam option
• User-friendliness – Didactics, course format (in-person/live online) and learning materials
• Special features – Unique selling points such as mentoring, practical projects or industry-specific content

Comparison table

Products/Services comparison

1. XDi – Certified AI Professional

This live online seminar delivers comprehensive knowledge in generative AI and prompt engineering in just two days. Participants learn how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot in their professional daily life while observing ethical principles and considering legal frameworks.

Advantages

• Certificate
• Live online and on campus format with interactive exercises and practical examples
• German-language delivery with immediately applicable techniques

2. Management Circle – Certified AI Manager

The two-day in-person seminar targets executives and decision-makers. On the first day, teams develop their own AI Use Case Canvas, on the second day the developed AI use cases are presented in a pitch session and evaluated using the AI Value Matrix. A free online colloquium after three months supports practical implementation.

Advantages

• Strategic focus on business model development and ROI evaluation
• AI Use Case Canvas as structured methodology
• Follow-up support through free colloquium

Disadvantages

• Higher price compared to other providers
• No technical deep dive into AI algorithms
• Only in-person format without online alternative

3. mITSM – Ausbildung zum AI Professional – AI Foundation

The AI Foundation establishes methodical foundations for professional AI deployment. AI basic concepts, prompt engineering, risk management and compliance requirements are taught.

Advantages

• Cost-effective, good value for money
• Systematic structure with AI Professional advanced course possible
• Focus on risk management and ISO 42001 preparation

Disadvantages

• Advanced AI models only in paid advanced module
• Basic level without advanced applications

4. UL Solutions – UL Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional

UL addresses developers and technical professionals with programming skills. The focus is on neural networks, TensorFlow/Keras and machine learning fundamentals. Participants learn to develop, train and evaluate AI systems according to safety criteria. The UL certificate is internationally recognized and prerequisite for advanced safety certifications.

Advantages

• Internationally recognized UL certificate with safety focus
• Hands-on labs with TensorFlow and Keras

Disadvantages

• English-language delivery without German materials
• Requires basic programming knowledge as prerequisite
• Higher total costs through separate trainings for different areas

5. TÜV SÜD Akademie – Automotive AI Training

Specifically designed for the automotive industry, the one-day seminar covers AI applications in autonomous driving, driver assistance and predictive maintenance. Through case studies and interactive experiments, challenges and potentials of AI in the automotive industry are made tangible. GDPR compliance and ethical data usage are central themes.

Advantages

• Industry-specific use cases for automotive companies
• Compact one-day format

Disadvantages

• Very specific automotive focus, not industry-neutral
• Only one day learning time for complex AI topics
• No exam, only participation certificate

6. SERVIEW – AI Foundation Training

The two-day foundation training is based on the SERVIEW Workbook Principle® and teaches AI fundamentals, technologies and applications with high practical content. Through interactive exercises, demos and practical examples, participants learn to recognize AI potentials for their organization and use them strategically.

Advantages

• Affordable price
• Proven Workbook Principle® with high practical content
• Available as in-person or live online training

Disadvantages

• Only participation certificate, no certification exam
• Basic level without technical depth

7. AI Hub Frankfurt – Einführung in generative KI

The three-hour workshop combines theory on GenAI fundamentals with practical prompt challenges. In small groups (max. 18 participants), participants receive live feedback from data science experts and learn proven prompting techniques. Infrastructure and exercises are provided by statworx.

Advantages

• Compact 3-hour format, ideal for quick start
• Live prompt challenges with expert feedback

Disadvantages

• Very short learning time of only 3 hours
• Basic level without technical depth
• Location-bound in Frankfurt am Main

8. com-training – KI-Überblick Einsatzmöglichkeiten

The three-hour compact seminar provides a quick overview of AI fundamentals and concrete application scenarios in various industries. Participants gain practical insights into applications and potentials of AI technologies for professional daily life.

Advantages

• Very affordable price
• Compact overview of various application scenarios
• Practice-oriented examples from various industries

Disadvantages

• Only 3 hours learning time, very superficial treatment
• No practical exercises or hands-on elements
• Limited to overview without in-depth content

9. Bitkom Akademie – Crashkurs Prompt Engineering

In four hours, participants learn to design systematic prompts and apply chain-of-thought techniques. The focus is on practical optimization of ChatGPT and similar tools for marketing and communication tasks. A cheat sheet with proven prompt templates is provided as PDF.

Advantages

• Very specific focus on prompt engineering
• Practice snippets and prompt cheat sheet as reference
• Half-day format, easily integrated into work routine

Disadvantages

• No certificate, only participation certificate
• Very superficial introduction in only 4 hours
• No technical ML fundamentals or strategic aspects

10. Haufe Akademie – AI in marketing – legal foundations & best practices

The three-hour webinar focuses on legally compliant use of AI in marketing. Topics covered include EU AI Regulation, data protection, copyright and practical do’s & don’ts when using generative AI. Participants learn how to use AI tools in compliance with regulations for marketing purposes.

Advantages

• Specialization in legal aspects and compliance
• Current EU AI Regulation and data protection topics
• Affordable price

Disadvantages

• Very specific focus only on marketing and law
• No technical AI fundamentals or practical application
• Only 3 hours webinar format without interaction

Recommendation and decision guide

The working world is fundamentally changing through AI – and faster than ever before. Companies are already increasingly relying on AI-supported processes, from customer service to product development. Employees who master AI tools become more productive, make better decisions and create more value for their organization. Those who don’t develop these competencies risk losing touch with modern working methods and new career opportunities. Compact continuing education formats of one to five days provide the ideal entry point to acquire AI knowledge in a practice-oriented way without long absences. The time to act is now – because AI transformation waits for no one.

Your next steps

If you want to build AI competency in 2025, the course Certified AI Professional from XDi is the optimal choice. The two-day live online format or on campus format enables maximum flexibility with minimal time investment and fits seamlessly into your professional routine. The German-language course delivers immediately applicable prompt techniques and AI use cases that you can productively implement right after the seminar. With its practice-oriented approach, XDi provides the perfect foundation for your successful entry into the AI world.

Do you have questions about our AI seminar or would you like consultation? Use our contact form or call us directly. Our team is happy to assist you and will work together with you to find the optimal path for your AI continuing education. Start today and position yourself as an AI-competent professional in your company.