By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the functions of different types of organisation and the environment in which they operate
• Discuss the relationship between operations, productivity and competitiveness in relation to operations management
• Describe the role of a human resources manager
• Discuss the eight stages of the employment life cycle
• Discuss the purpose of the cash flow, profit and loss and the balance sheet statements
• Calculate the key ratios used in accounting
• Discuss the process for recording stock and depreciating stock
• Describe key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
• Identify key types of communication useful in starting an enterprise
• List the characteristics of effective law
• Explain the three ways in which the law is changed or made
• Define the adversary trial system as well as civil procedures

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Outline the composition of the Electoral College
• Discuss the relevance and differences between primaries and caucuses in the U.S. Elections
• Describe the process of selecting a candidate for the presidential elections
• Distinguish between deficit and debt
• Explain the debt ceiling
• Identify the role of congress in the government's financial management
• Outline the major financial obligations of the U.S. government
• Discuss social security in the U.S
• Describe the FICA Tax and its components
• Explain the concept of Medicare
• List the concerns of Medicare in the U.S. and possible recommendations
• Explain the acronyms SOPA and PIPA

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyse the fundamental principles of the AI Act
• Apply the general and specific requirements for AI systems to ensure compliance with the AI Act
• Compare the roles and responsibilities of providers and deployers of AI systems
• Evaluate the structure and functioning of the AI Act to determine its effectiveness in regulating AI technologies
• Categorise the specific requirements for high-risk AI systems
• Illustrate the role of the European Artificial Intelligence Board in overseeing AI governance
• Discuss the societal and environmental impacts of AI systems as outlined in the AI Act
• Define the key ethical principles in AI and their importance in developing responsible AI technologies
• Identify the prohibited AI practices and understand the reasons behind their prohibition
• Outline the compliance preparation process for the AI Act
• Summarise the support mechanisms available for innovation and SMEs in the context of the AI Act
• Describe the role of national competent authorities and market surveillance in enforcing the AI Act