AI in Business: Research, Practice, and Future Directions

Schedule

Thu Jun 04 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

10.007, Penthouse - Alliance Manchester Business School | Manchester, EN

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Hear from leading academics, industry experts, and practitioners working in marketing, operations, investment management, and governance.
About this Event

Artificial Intelligence is transforming how organisations operate, compete, and grow. Join the AI and Decision Science Centre at Alliance Manchester Business School for a dynamic half-day event exploring how AI is being applied across business functions, alongside the risks, governance challenges, and opportunities it creates.

Hear from leading academics, industry experts, and practitioners working in marketing, operations, investment management, and governance. The event also features a panel discussion and Q&A session.

Designed for academics, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, this event offers practical insights, strategic perspectives, and networking opportunities for anyone interested in the future of AI in business.


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Refreshments and Welcoming
πŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Opening & Framing

Info: β€’ Why AI matters for business today
β€’ Introduction of AI centers at AMBS


πŸ•‘: 10:20 AM - 11:35 AM
Section 1: AI Transforming Business Functions

Info: β€’ AI in Marketing
β€’ AI in Operations Management
β€’ AI in Investment Management


πŸ•‘: 11:35 AM - 11:45 AM
Break & Networking
πŸ•‘: 11:45 AM - 12:35 PM
Section 2: Risks, Governance, and Ethics

Info: β€’ AI malpractices and stakeholders’ reactions
β€’ How should companies manage AI risks? Impact of AI regulation (EU AI Act, governance frameworks)


πŸ•‘: 12:35 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch Break

Info: A buffet lunch will be provided


πŸ•‘: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Section 3: Panel Discussion & Q&A session
πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM
Future Skills & Workforce Transformation
πŸ•‘: 02:20 PM - 02:30 PM
Closing
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10.007, Penthouse - Alliance Manchester Business School, Booth Street West, Manchester, United Kingdom

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