CBS AI · Spring 2026
Where students meet
the future of AI.
A selective, hands-on program training CBS students to evaluate, build, and govern AI for real business value — culminating in a live MVP competition.
60
Selected students
4
Live workshops
May 6
Final event
10+
Industry partners
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What is CBS AI Academy
Not an AI inspiration series.
A structured implementation track.
While many can generate AI outputs, far fewer can translate them into solutions that are measurable, accountable, and operationally viable. The Academy closes that gap.
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Evaluate
Understand AI capabilities, failure modes, and how to explain outputs critically to non-technical stakeholders.
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Design & Build
Translate a real business problem into a technically plausible MVP with architecture, data flows, and evaluation logic.
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Operationalize
Map end-to-end workflows, define human oversight gates, and prove measurable value with before/after logic.
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Deploy Responsibly
Govern risk, define ownership, and prepare solutions for real-world deployment without legal or reputational risk.
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Execution over inspiration
Every workshop ends with a tangible team deliverable. No isolated talks — everything builds toward the final.
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Industry integrated
Each session is co-designed with a corporate partner. Real tools, real frameworks, real expectations.
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Responsible by design
Ethics, governance, and the EU AI Act are woven into every workshop — not a separate lecture.
The Learning Journey
Four workshops.
One coherent build.
Workshop 01
Apr 9 · Microsoft · Fellowmind · VML MAP
AI Understanding
Evaluate AI capabilities, limitations, and business value. Separate signal from noise.
Deliverable: AI evaluation sheet + MVP direction
Workshop 02
Apr 16 · Microsoft · Alice.Tech · Lovable · n8n
Design & Build
From business problem to architecture, MVP scope, and a credible pitch that survives scrutiny.
Deliverable: Architecture sketch + 90-sec pitch
Workshop 03
Apr 23 · Microsoft · BCG
Agentic AI & Value
Design real workflows with measurable impact, human gates, and responsible agent scope.
Deliverable: Workflow map + ROI logic
Workshop 04
Apr 30 · IBM
Adoption & Governance
From working prototype to go-live readiness. Governance, risk, ownership, and monitoring.
Deliverable: Governance canvas + risk register
The Culmination
The MVP Final.
Not a school event — an industry moment.
Live · May 6, 2026
CBS AI Academy
MVP Final 2026
MVP Final 2026
Ovnhallen, Porcelænshaven · CBS · May 6, 2026 · Doors open 16:00
🔴 Live pitches on stageJury of industry leadersPartner booths & networkingLive performances10,000 DKK prizeOpen to all CBS students
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Live stage pitches
Top 3 teams present working MVPs live on stage to a jury of industry and VC leaders.
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Expert jury
Evaluated on business value, reliability, responsible AI, and execution — not polish.
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Partner booths
Partners host stands where students, speakers, and guests network throughout the evening.
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Speakers & entertainment
Speakers from leading AI companies plus live entertainment — making this worth attending for everyone.
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Ovnhallen, Porcelænshaven — Copenhagen Business School
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · Doors 16:00 · Free for CBS students
Confirmed speakers
The people in the room.
Workshop 1 — AI Understanding · Apr 9
Workshop 2 — Design & Build · Apr 16
Workshop 3 — Agentic AI & Value · Apr 23
Workshop 4 — Adoption & Governance · Apr 30
MVP Final — May 6 · Ovnhallen
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More to be announced
Jury members, performers & surprise guests