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Upcoming events

Jun 17
Wednesday, 2026
Online event
Inside OPIT: Straight from the Students
17:00 to 18:00
Online

📅 June 17, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM CEST
💻 Live Online Event

Join Levi Mandji and Watson Ndethi, two current OPIT students, for an honest conversation about what it's really like to study online while managing work and life. They'll share why they chose OPIT, what surprised them most, and how their experience has shaped their careers so far. Greta Maiocchi will then walk you through OPIT’s programs and upcoming intakes.

Jun 25
Thursday, 2026
Online event
Professional Doctorate in Applied AI: Applied Research Tracks
17:00 to 18:00
Online

📅 June 25, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM CEST
💻 Live Online Event

Professional Doctorate in Applied AI: Applied Research Tracks

Free Live Webinar: Thursday, June 25th, 5:00–6:00 PM CEST

Ready to take your career and expertise to the next level? Join Prof. Lorenzo Livi and Catalina Dumitru for an exclusive session on OPIT’s Professional Doctorate in Applied AI. Learn what it takes to succeed, what to expect from the program, and how to make your application stand out.

What we’ll cover:

  • Why a Professional Doctorate? The strategic value of Applied AI in today's market.
  • Applied Research Tracks: Exploring key research directions and innovation areas at OPIT.
  • Project Proposals:** Real-world examples of what works and what to avoid.
  • Candidate Expectations: What we look for in our doctoral students.
  • Live Q&A: Get your questions answered directly by the program heads.

Speakers:

  • Prof. Lorenzo Livi – Associate Professor & Program Head, specializing in machine learning and complex dynamical systems.
  • Catalina Dumitru, PhD – Doctoral Program Manager, supporting candidates from onboarding to graduation.
Press coverage

SheerLuxe: An AI Update For Business Leaders, Executives & Entrepreneurs

Source: Sheerluxe, Published on January 29th, 2025. AI is advancing at pace and is now set to transform society, the jobs market and how we do business. On the back of the prime minister pledging to turn the UK into an ‘AI superpower’, we checked in with the experts to find out the latest from […]

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People & Change 360: How Corporate Purpose Redefines the Strategies of a Forward-Looking Organization

Source: People & Change 360, Published on January 20th, 2025. By Francesco Derchi, Chair in Digital Business of OPIT – Open Institute of Technology Companies face increasing pressure to deliver quick results, often at the expense of future vision. However, a clear and authentic purpose becomes a determining factor in integrating ethics, sustainability and clear […]

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The Yuan: AI is childlike in its capabilities, so why do so many people fear it?

Source: The Yuan, Published on October 25th, 2024. By Zorina Alliata Artificial intelligence is a classic example of a mismatch between perceptions and reality, as people tend to overlook its positive aspects and fear it far more than what is warranted by its actual capabilities, argues AI strategist and professor Zorina Alliata. ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA – […]

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Il Sole 24 Ore: For 66% of Linkedin people, AI should be taught in High School

Source: Il Sole 24 Ore, Published on October 28th, 2024. By Redazione Scuola The data emerges from a survey carried out on LinkedIn by OPIT – Open Institute of Technology on the occasion of the start of the new academic year of the institution led by Francesco Profumo Artificial Intelligence must become a subject of […]

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IE University: How Corporate Purpose Drives Success in the AI Era

Source: IE University – Insights, Published on October 15th, 2024. By Francesco Derchi Purpose is a strategic tool for driving innovation, competitive advantage, and addressing AI challenges, writes Francesco Derchi. Since the early 2000s, technology has dominated discussions among scholars and professionals about global development and economic trends, with the first wave of research regarding […]

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Zorina Alliata Of Open Institute of Technology On Five Things You Need To Create A Highly Successful Career In The AI Industry

Source: Authority Magazine Medium, Published on September 15th, 2024. Gaining hands-on experience through projects, internships, and collaborations is vital for understanding how to apply AI in various industries and domains. Use Kaggle or get a free cloud account and start experimenting. You will have projects to discuss at your next interviews. By David Leichner, CMO […]

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EFMD Global: This business school grad created own education institution

Source: EFMD Global, Published on July 12th, 2024. By Stephanie Mullins Many people love to read the stories of successful business school graduates to see what they’ve achieved using the lessons, insights and connections from the programmes they’ve studied. We speak to one alumnus, Riccardo Ocleppo, who studied at top business schools including London Business […]

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The European: Balancing AI’s Market Research Potential

Source: The European, Summer 2024 Edition, Page 24 With careful planning, ethical considerations, and ensuring human oversight is maintained, AI can have huge market research benefits, says Lorenzo Livi of the Open Institute of Technology. By Lorenzo Livi To market well, you need to get something interesting in front of those who are interested. That takes […]