UN Certified Training - Transforming Education through Artificial Intelligence
The AI for Educators Training Programme is a two-day executive training in Geneva designed to equip education professionals with the skills and strategies required to integrate Artificial Intelligence responsibly and effectively into teaching, learning, and institutional practice.
This initiative, jointly organized by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Ureka Education Group, offers a structured platform for advancing AI literacy, enhancing pedagogical practice, and strengthening institutional leadership in the context of rapid technological change.
Participants will gain practical experience with AI tools, engage in peer learning, and contribute to discussions on ethics, inclusivity, and policy frameworks shaping the future of education.
Programme Structure
The AI for Educators programme is a 2-day executive programme designed to deliver an immersive, high-impact learning experience for participants.
Programme Dates:
6–7 July 2026
Location:
Geneva, Switzerland
Programme components include:
- Thematic sessions on AI and pedagogy, led by international experts
- Hands-on application of AI tools across teaching disciplines
- Peer-to-peer exchange and case study analysis
- An AI for Impact session guiding participants in integrating the SDGs into training and practice
- Guided visit to the Palais des Nations (UN Geneva)
- The training sessions will take place at the Palais des Nations.
- Networking opportunities with educators, policymakers, and AI professionals
The programme is designed for:
- University lecturers and professors
- Secondary school teachers in public and private institutions
- Pedagogical advisors, curriculum coordinators, and faculty developers
- Instructional designers and academic e-learning teams
Core Topics
- Understanding Generative AI and Its Transformative Impact on Education
- Applied AI for Teaching and Global Impact: Instructional Design, Assessment and the SDGs
- Personalization, Student Engagement and Inclusive Data-Driven Learning
- Institutional Readiness, AI Governance and Ethics in Empowering Educators for the Future of Work
Key Benefits
- UNITAR Certificate of Completion, recognized by the United Nations
- Strengthen institutional capacity to integrate AI responsibly and effectively
- Access to high-level expertise from international trainers and practitioners
- Structured approach to AI adoption, anchored in ethical and pedagogical frameworks
- Participation in the Ureka Fellows Network, offering long-term mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Enhanced visibility through UNITAR–Ureka alumni channels and international collaborations
Programme Fee and Application
Programme Fee: USD 3,000 per participant
The fee includes:
- UNITAR Certificate of Completion
- High-profile training sessions with UN experts and AI leaders
- Guided visit to the Palais des Nations (UN Geneva)
- Coffee breaks and lunch vouchers during the programme
- Professional group photographs and event coverage
- Personalized recommendation letter from UNITAR–Ureka
Application Process
Financial Grant Opportunity: All accepted participants are eligible to apply for a financial grant of USD 1,000 from Ureka Education Group, covering up to 33% of the programme cost. This support reduces the programme fee from USD 3,000 to USD 2,000, enhancing accessibility while maintaining the programme's exceptional value.
To be considered, applicants are required to submit a Statement of Purpose (maximum 600 words), addressing the following question:
“‘How do you intend to apply the knowledge and experience gained through the AI for Educators program to create meaningful, lasting change within your institution or educational community ─ and what specific challenges do you hope to address?”
Applications should be sent to Ms. Malak Jaber – malak.j@ureka.co.uk
Phone: +971 50 207 3899
Shortlisted candidates will subsequently be invited to attend a brief online interview to further assess suitability, motivation, and potential for impact.
Due to limited availability, early applications are strongly encouraged.
This programme is offered jointly by UNITAR, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, and Ureka Education Group.
As training arm of the United Nations, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) provides innovative learning solutions to individuals, organizations and institutions to enhance global decision-making and support country-level action for shaping a better future. UNITAR was created in 1963 to train and equip young diplomats from newly-independent UN Member States with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate through the diplomatic environment. Over the years, UNITAR has acquired unique expertise and experience in designing and delivering a variety of training activities. We have become a leading institute in the provision of customized and creative learning solutions to institutions and individuals from both public and private sectors. With a strategy fully focused on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNITAR supports Governments to implement the 2030 Agenda.
Ureka Education Group is a tertiary education provider established in London in 2014 by a group of Sloan Fellows from London Business School. With offices in Oxford, Lyon, and Dubai, a Social Entrepreneurship Centre in India, and a Research Institute in France, Ureka has developed a strong international footprint. Ureka is the largest provider of experiential learning programmes in the IMEA region in terms of content and coverage. Ureka’s global network of professionals and academics is enabled through its leadership team and advisors who hail from leading institutions such as the University of Oxford, London Business School, University of London, and INSEAD. Ureka's mission is to improve employability and create new opportunities by delivering world-class experiential learning programmes. With a presence across the UK, Australia, the UAE, India, and France, and past programmes in eight global cities, Ureka offers unparalleled access to academic and professional excellence.