Artificial Intelligence for Finance Professionals

Change the way Finance is done, with the Power of AI

8 April 2026 | Live, In-person

A Highly interactive 1-day Seminar on AI for Finance and Accounting professionals, and business leaders seeking to understand and strategically leverage Artificial Intelligence to solve core finance challenges



This intensive program is designed for Finance and Accounting Professionals, and business leaders seeking to understand and strategically leverage Artificial Intelligence to solve core Finance challenges.
Live In-person Practical Seminar

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Welcome to our highly interactive 1-day Seminar on the impact of Artifical Intelligence on Finance professionals and the Finance function. In an era where artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the financial landscape, this intensive program equips finance professionals with the cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive. Designed specifically for the GCC context, this course transforms traditional finance practitioners into AI-augmented leaders capable of driving digital transformation while respecting regional regulations, cultural nuances, and localised finance practices. Through a unique blend of theoretical foundations, hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and ethical frameworks, participants will master how to leverage AI for enhanced financial analysis, proactive risk management, dynamic forecasting, automated compliance and audit readiness. The program emphasizes practical implementation, from building custom AI agents to developing comprehensive transformation roadmaps, ensuring that every learning moment translates to measurable business impact. Whether you seek to automate repetitive tasks, enhance decision-making accuracy, or position your organization at the forefront of financial innovation, this course delivers actionable insights and strategic capabilities. Participants will conclude with a personalized AI implementation plan, a professional network of peers, and the confidence to lead AI adoption in their organizations.

This program balances technological insight with human-centric application, empowering you to harness AI not just for efficiency, but to create a more agile, skilled, and engaged workforce.


SEMINAR OUTLINE




LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
Knowledge & Understanding
  • Explain key AI technologies and their applications in finance
  • Identify ethical considerations and regulatory requirements for AI in GCC finance
  • Describe the AI implementation lifecycle from ideation to production
  • Understand data requirements and preparation for financial AI
Practical Skills
  • Use AI tools for financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting
  • Design AI solutions for specific financial challenges
  • Develop AI implementation roadmaps with realistic milestones
  • Conduct bias testing and ethical assessment of AI systems
Strategic Capabilities
  • Prioritize AI use cases based on impact and feasibility
  • Lead change management for AI adoption
  • Measure ROI and business impact of AI initiatives
  • Develop continuous learning plans for AI evolution
Professional Development
  • Build a professional network of AI finance practitioners
  • Position themselves as AI finance leaders
  • Contribute to organizational digital transformation
  • Advance career opportunities in AI-augmented finance
Knowledge & Comprehension
  • Understand how AI applies specifically to financial functions
  • Identify immediate AI opportunities in their current work
  • Develop practical skills to implement AI solutions
  • Lead or contribute to AI transformation initiatives
  • Navigate ethical and regulatory considerations in AI adoption
  • Build a network of AI finance professionals in the GCC region
  • Enhance their career prospects with AI finance expertise
  • Contribute to their organization's digital transformation goals
  • Understand Islamic finance considerations in AI implementation
  • Stay competitive in the rapidly evolving finance landscape


WHO SHOULD ATTEND

A lot of new developments in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Finance
This is a great opportunity to learn about those changes that affect you, your workforce, your business and the future of finance
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  • Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and Finance Directors
  • Financial Controllers and Accounting Managers
  • Financial Analysts and Business Partners
  • Treasury and Cash Management Professionals
  • Internal Auditors and Compliance Officers
  • Investment Analysts and Portfolio Managers
  • Chief Accounting Officers
  • Senior Accountants and Accounting Managers
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable Managers
  • Financial Reporting Specialists
  • Audit Professionals (Internal and External)
  • CEOs and Managing Directors seeking finance transformation
  • Business Unit Heads needing better financial insights
  • Family Business Owners in GCC modernizing operations
  • Technology Professionals Supporting Finance:
  • IT Directors supporting finance systems, Business Intelligence and Analytics Teams
  • Fintech Professionals, Consultants and Advisors




  • QUESTIONS ANSWERED

    By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
    WHY THIS SEMINAR?
    By attendding this Seminar, you'll leave not just with knowledge, but with a ready-to-execute roadmap tailored to your organization's specific challenges, giving you an immediate competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving financial landscape
    WILL THIS BE A EVENT OF ONLY PRESENTATIONS?
    No. This Seminar is highly-interactive and requires you to have a modern laptop and robust internet connectivity
    IS THIS SEMINAR ONLY IN ENGLISH?
    Yes.
    WILL I GET A CERTIFICATE?
    Yes, upon successful completion of the Seminar, you will receive a Certificate of Participation


    SEMINAR OUTLINE

    Module 1: Welcome and Demystifying Artificial Intelligence

    • Welcome and objectives for the day
    • Introduction: Why AI Matters Now for Finance Leaders
    • What is AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP)?
    • Key Terms: Algorithms, Models, Training Data, Predictions
    • Generative AI vs. Predictive AI: Understanding the Difference
    • Interactive Poll: Initial Perceptions & Experience Levels with AI Tools

    Module 2: Foundations of AI in Accounting and Finance

    • Building Your AI Literacy and Data Foundation
    • The AI Revolution in Finance
    • From automation to intelligent systems
    • Key AI technologies demystified (ML, NLP, Generative AI, Computer Vision)
    • Business case for AI in finance: efficiency gains, accuracy, strategic insight
    • GCC-specific opportunities and challenges
    • Practical Activity: AI technology mapping for financial tasks

    Module 3: The Finance Professional's AI Toolbox

    • Navigating the AI tool ecosystem (conversational AI, no-code platforms, enterprise systems)
    • Hands-on with financial AI tools
    • Security, privacy, and compliance considerations
    • Tool selection framework for different financial tasks
    • Practical Activity: Conversational AI financial analysis challenge

    Module 4: Data Foundations for AI Success

    • The 5 C's framework for AI-ready financial data
    • Identifying and correcting data quality issues
    • Feature engineering for financial AI
    • Data governance for AI implementation
    • Practical Activity: Financial data quality audit and preparation

    Module 5: Intelligent Financial Statement Analysis

    • Transforming Analysis from Historical to Predictive
    • Automated ratio analysis and benchmarking
    • Anomaly detection in financial patterns
    • NLP for management discussion analysis
    • Peer comparison with AI-enhanced insights
    • Practical Activity: AI-powered ratio analysis and benchmarking workshop

    Module 6: AI-Powered Reporting and Narrative Generation

    • Automated management and board reporting
    • Generative AI for financial commentary
    • Dynamic, interactive financial dashboards
    • Personalization for different stakeholders
    • Practical Activity: AI narrative generation for financial results

    Module 7: Proactive Fraud Detection & Prevention

    • Building Proactive Defense with AI Intelligence
    • Evolution from rules-based to AI-driven detection
    • Common financial fraud patterns and AI signatures
    • Real-time transaction monitoring systems
    • Investigation workflow enhancement
    • Practical Activity: Fraud pattern recognition and detection design

    Module 8: Automating Compliance and Audit Procedures

    • Continuous control monitoring with AI
    • Regulatory change management using NLP
    • Contract review and lease abstraction automation
    • AI-enhanced internal audit programs
    • Practical Activity: Compliance automation workflow design

    Module 9: AI for Budgeting and Forecasting

    • Beyond Spreadsheets: AI-Enhanced Forecasting
    • Limitations of traditional forecasting methods
    • Time series forecasting with machine learning
    • Driver-based forecasting with multiple variables
    • Forecasting accuracy measurement and improvement
    • Practical Activity: Traditional vs. AI forecasting comparison

    Module 10: Building Your AI Roadmap

    • Assessing organizational AI maturity
    • Prioritizing AI use cases with strategic frameworks
    • Developing comprehensive implementation roadmaps
    • Change management for AI adoption
    • Practical Activity: AI implementation roadmap design

    AGENDA

    LIVE, IN-PERSON
    BAHRAIN
    WEDNESDAY
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    8 APRIL 2026
    LIVE, IN-PERSON
    • 8.30 AM Welcome & Registration
    • 9.00 AM Module 1
    • 9.30 AM Module 2
    • 10.00 AM Module 3
    • 10.30 AM Break
    • 10.45 AM Module 4
    • 11.15 AM Module 5
    • 12.00 PM Module 6
    • 12.30 PM Module 7
    • 1.00 PM Prayer and Lunch Break
    • 2.00 PM Module 8
    • 3.30 PM Module 9
    • 4.00 PM Module 10
    • 4.30 PM Close of Seminar
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    BROUGHT TO YOU BY

    • Roshcomm
    • Bright Future Training Center
    • CEO Majlis
    • CEO Majlis
    • HRM Summit

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