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Duration: 12 months
Location: Geneva Campus

Brevet Fédéral Informatique AI Business Specialist

As an AI Business Specialist with federal certification, you're always at the forefront of the latest developments in artificial intelligence. With clear strategies and intelligent guidelines, you'll set your company on the road to success. You discover new application possibilities and business opportunities that others are ignoring. You lead the development and introduction of AI-based solutions and ensure that your colleagues are up to date with the latest developments. You drive change and learning in your organization. A pivotal role, because AI is only as good as the people behind it.

Official recognition at federal level

Double graduation swiss and international

Practical and certifying computer training

Admission requirements for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique :

  • Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or a related field and at least two years' professional experience.
  • Other Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) and at least four years' professional experience.

Preparation for the professional examination is generally done on the job.

We offer 2 training methods:

- Live-Online training: you follow your training remotely with a trainer. At our school, training is scheduled one evening a week from 5:30 p.m. for an average duration of 3 hours 15 minutes per session.

- 100% Online training: you follow your training at your own pace and independently.

The exam consists of 3 tests:

Examination paper 1: Identification and testing of an AI application. This exam takes the form of a 45-minute professional interview and is weighted 50%.

Exam 2: Integration of AI-based solutions. This exam is a written case study. It lasts 120 minutes and has a weighting of 25%.

Examination paper 3: Challenges in the use of AI. This exam takes the form of a 60-minute oral and has a weighting of 25%.

You can consult all the modules covered in the «Training program» section below.

To view the official regulations for the AI Business Specialist professional examination of ICT - Vocational Training, click on this sentence.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of the professions that will be open to you on graduation:

  • AI Consultant
  • Specialist in AI solutions integration
  • Automation technician
  • AI Technician
  • AI-oriented Data Analyst

Financing options :

The Confederation reimburses up to 50% the costs of preparatory courses for federal vocational examinations.

Cantonal funding is also available to supplement federal funding for this type of training.

Admission requirements for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique :

  • Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or a related field and at least two years' professional experience.
  • Other Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) and at least four years' professional experience.

Preparation for the professional examination is generally done on the job.

We offer 2 training methods:

- Live-Online training: you follow your training remotely with a trainer. At our school, training is scheduled one evening a week from 5:30 p.m. for an average duration of 3 hours 15 minutes per session.

- 100% Online training: you follow your training at your own pace and independently.

The exam consists of 3 tests:

Examination paper 1: Identification and testing of an AI application. This exam takes the form of a 45-minute professional interview and is weighted 50%.

Exam 2: Integration of AI-based solutions. This exam is a written case study. It lasts 120 minutes and has a weighting of 25%.

Examination paper 3: Challenges in the use of AI. This exam takes the form of a 60-minute oral and has a weighting of 25%.

You can consult all the modules covered in the «Training program» section below.

To view the official regulations for the AI Business Specialist professional examination of ICT - Vocational Training, click on this sentence.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of the professions that will be open to you on graduation:

  • AI Consultant
  • Specialist in AI solutions integration
  • Automation technician
  • AI Technician
  • AI-oriented Data Analyst

Financing options :

The Confederation reimburses up to 50% the costs of preparatory courses for federal vocational examinations.

Cantonal funding is also available to supplement federal funding for this type of training.

Admission requirements for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique :

  • Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or a related field and at least two years' professional experience.
  • Other Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) and at least four years' professional experience.

Preparation for the professional examination is generally done on the job.

We offer 2 training methods:

- Live-Online training: you follow your training remotely with a trainer. At our school, training is scheduled one evening a week from 5:30 p.m. for an average duration of 3 hours 15 minutes per session.

- 100% Online training: you follow your training at your own pace and independently.

The exam consists of 3 tests:

Examination paper 1: Identification and testing of an AI application. This exam takes the form of a 45-minute professional interview and is weighted 50%.

Exam 2: Integration of AI-based solutions. This exam is a written case study. It lasts 120 minutes and has a weighting of 25%.

Examination paper 3: Challenges in the use of AI. This exam takes the form of a 60-minute oral and has a weighting of 25%.

You can consult all the modules covered in the «Training program» section below.

To view the official regulations for the AI Business Specialist professional examination of ICT - Vocational Training, click on this sentence.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of the professions that will be open to you on graduation:

  • AI Consultant
  • Specialist in AI solutions integration
  • Automation technician
  • AI Technician
  • AI-oriented Data Analyst

Financing options :

The Confederation reimburses up to 50% the costs of preparatory courses for federal vocational examinations.

Cantonal funding is also available to supplement federal funding for this type of training.

The Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique is a higher professional diploma, equivalent to a university Bachelor's degree, which combines theory and practice to develop your ICT skills.

This course is ideal for technicians and engineers wishing to move into positions of responsibility or specialize in cutting-edge fields.

Program training

The Brevet Fédéral AI Business Specialist program includes a variety of modules covering technical, strategic and managerial aspects:
MODULE 610: Optimizing the portfolio and use of AI-based solutions

MODULE 616: Observing and analyzing developments and trends in the I

MODULE 617: Identify and evaluate the use of AI as a business opportunity

MODULE 618: Developing AI-based solutions

MODULE 619: Checking the feasibility of AI-based solutions

MODULE 620: Checking the relevance and profitability of ICT-based solutions
MODULE 636: Participating in the development of governance foundations in relation to

MODULE 637: Designing and managing change and learning processes for ICT integration

MODULE 638: Raising awareness and advising stakeholders on AI topics

MODULE 639: Participating in organizational knowledge management

MODULE 648: Controlling IT infrastructure security
MODULE 690: Planning, managing and supervising projects

Admission and prerequisites

Admission requirements for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique :

  • Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or a related field and at least two years' professional experience.
  • Other Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) and at least four years' professional experience.

The admission process involves several stages:

  1. Initial contact, exchange of information
  2. Exam eligibility check with ICT - Formation Professionnelle
  3. Finalize registration if eligible

Target audience

The Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique AI Business Specialist program is designed for :

  • Professionals wishing to validate their experience with an official certification covering the technical, strategic and managerial aspects of using AI technology integration
  • Holders of a CFC or equivalent diploma with experience in IT, wishing to specialize in AI
  • Adults retraining in the ICT sector

Opportunities for career

With this diploma, you open the doors to strategic positions in a variety of sectors

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Why choose Geneva Institute of Technology ?

Official recognition

Diploma validated by the Swiss Confederation.

Strong partnerships

Access to a network of prestigious companies.

Flexibility

Training adapted to your professional constraints.

Personalized support

Follow-up throughout your career.

Rates & financing

Tuition fees for the Brevet Fédéral Informatique course amount to CHF 9,900 per academic year.

Several payment options are available: 

  • One-off payment.
  • Quarterly payment.
  • Monthly payment .

Financial assistance available :

  • Scholarships from the Service des Bourses et Prêts d'Études (SBPE).
  • Scholarships from various Swiss associations.
  • Chèque Annuel de Formation (CAF) for assistance ranging from CHF 750 to CHF 2,250.
  • Student loans at preferential rates through Banque du Léman.

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FAQ: Frequently asked Questions about our training courses

The CFC Informaticien.ne Exploitation & Infrastructure and Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne courses are given in French.

The Bachelors and Masters of Science in Computer Science are taught by in French, with a few international modules taught in English.

The Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Business Administration programs are taught by in English.

Yes, at the Geneva Institute of Technology you have several work-study options:

As part of the CFC IT Operations & Infrastructure training program, you can do a work-study program in one of the following areas up to a maximum of 80% from your third year of training.

On Bachelor Of Science courses in Computer Science, you can also combine your studies with a professional activity. up to a maximum of 80% from your third year of training.

The Master of Science in Computer Science degree can be combined with a professional activity. up to a maximum of 80% from the first year onwards.

The training for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne is carried out in parallel with a professional activity, with no limit on the number of hours worked, as courses are held exclusively in the evenings.

Yes, all diplomas awarded by the Geneva Institute of Technology are officially recognized: 

The CFC d'Informaticien.ne and the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne are officially recognized and approved by the Swiss Confederation.

The Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Business Administration are RNCP level 6 (Bac +3) and award 180 ECTS credits.

Masters of Science in Computer Science are RNCP level 7 (Bac +5) and award 120 ECTS credits.

The Master of Science in Business Administration is RNCP level 7 (Bac +5) and awards 90 ECTS credits.

Many career opportunities are open to our young graduates.

Some opportunities in the IT field : 

System and network administrator

ICT Application Developer

Cybersecurity Specialist

Some opportunities in administration and entrepreneurship:

Business developer

Administrative Manager

Customer advisor

Executive Assistant

Yes, the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne course is online, except for the final exam.

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Registration & contact

Registration is online, and our team is on hand to help you with all the formalities.

Contact our team on +41 22 757 66 86 or visit our campus at Quai du Seujet 10, 1201 Geneva.