Module 1: AI Applications (Weeks 1–4)

Week 1: Introduction to AI and the World of LLMs

• Topics Covered:

  • What is Artificial Intelligence?

  • Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs) and how they work.

  • Real-life examples of AI applications in tutoring, research, and decision-making.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Explain basic AI concepts and the functioning of LLMs.

  • Identify various applications of AI in everyday life, academia, and careers.

  • Recognize AI as a transformative tool for personal learning and growth.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Interactive discussion: “How AI is Changing the World” using relatable examples.

  • Hands-on demonstration: Explore a popular LLM interface (e.g., ChatGPT) to answer everyday questions.

  • Group activity: Compile a list of personal questions about future careers and personal growth for AI exploration.

• Deliverables:

  • A reflection journal entry summarizing insights about AI and LLMs.

  • A compiled list of personal questions for further exploration using AI.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Evaluation of participation and engagement during discussions.

  • Review of reflection journal entries for clarity and depth.

  • Group activity feedback.

Week 2: Crafting Effective Prompts & Asking the Right Questions

• Topics Covered:

  • The art of asking questions: Differentiating between open-ended and closed-ended questions.

  • Structuring prompts for clarity, context, and specificity.

  • Hands-on examples: Creating effective prompts to elicit detailed and useful responses from AI.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the components of a high-quality prompt.

  • Refine vague questions into clear, actionable queries.

  • Gain confidence in using AI interfaces to explore complex topics.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Workshop: Transform real-life questions (e.g., "How can I be successful?" or "What career should I pursue?") into effective prompts.

  • Pair work: Peer review and constructive feedback on prompt designs.

  • Live demonstration: Experiment with different prompt variations and analyze AI responses.

• Deliverables:

  • A portfolio featuring at least five examples of before-and-after prompt refinement.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Peer evaluations during pair work sessions.

  • Instructor review of the prompt portfolio focusing on clarity, specificity, and creativity.

Week 3: AI as Your Personal Coach for Career, Finance, & Life

• Topics Covered:

  • Using AI to explore various career options and pathways.

  • AI for financial literacy: Basics of budgeting, saving, and investment.

  • Leveraging AI for life advice: Goal setting, time management, and mental wellness.

  • Ethical considerations: Evaluating the reliability and limitations of AI responses.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Use LLMs to generate personalized advice for career planning and financial independence.

  • Develop skills to ask follow-up questions for deeper insights.

  • Critically assess the ethical boundaries of relying on AI for life guidance.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Guided simulation: Use AI to research and compare various career paths, including potential earnings and educational requirements.

  • Financial planning mini-project: Seek AI-driven budgeting advice for a fictional scenario.

  • Reflection session: Analyze and critique AI responses for bias, reliability, and usefulness.

• Deliverables:

  • A two-part project consisting of:

    1. A career research report based on AI-generated insights.

    2. A basic financial plan crafted with AI guidance.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Project presentations evaluated by peers and instructors.

  • Instructor-led discussions on the depth and quality of AI-driven research.

Week 4: Integrating AI into Daily Life as a Lifelong Tutor

• Topics Covered:

  • Creating routines: Incorporating AI into everyday learning and decision-making.

  • Advanced strategies: Chaining prompts, multi-step queries, and iterative learning.

  • Customizing your AI experience: Saving effective prompts and building a personal knowledge base.

  • Future trends: How AI is evolving and the skills that will remain timeless.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Develop a personalized plan to integrate AI tools into daily academic and personal growth.

  • Master multi-step querying techniques to achieve deeper insights.

  • Reflect on lifelong learning goals and devise a sustainable self-improvement strategy.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Final project: Create a “Personal AI Learning Plan” outlining how AI will be used for ongoing tutoring, research, and personal development.

  • Simulation exercise: Practice multi-step query processes to build a knowledge base on a chosen topic.

  • Group sharing session: Present personal AI integration strategies and receive constructive feedback.

• Deliverables:

  • A comprehensive Personal AI Learning Plan (document or presentation) including daily, weekly, and long-term goals.

  • A demonstration of a multi-step query process.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Final project presentation with peer and instructor evaluations.

  • Rubric-based assessment of the Personal AI Learning Plan for practicality and innovation.

  • Feedback during group sharing sessions.

Module 2: Entrepreneurship (Weeks 5–10)

Week 5: Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Idea Generation

• Topics Covered:

  • Who is an entrepreneur? Traits of successful entrepreneurs.

  • Types of entrepreneurship: Startups, small businesses, social enterprises.

  • Identifying problems & opportunities in everyday life.

  • Idea validation: Differentiating between a good idea and a viable business.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of entrepreneurship.

  • Recognize entrepreneurial traits and diverse business models.

  • Develop the ability to identify and evaluate business opportunities.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Brainstorming session: Identify at least five common problems in their environment.

  • Group discussion on case studies of young entrepreneurs.

  • Develop initial sketches of business ideas based on identified problems.

• Deliverables:

  • A list of potential business ideas with supporting justifications.

  • A group presentation summarizing brainstorming insights and initial business concepts.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Evaluation of participation in brainstorming sessions and discussions.

  • Assessment of the creativity and feasibility of the presented business ideas.

Week 6: Business Models & Market Research

• Topics Covered:

  • Basics of business models: Revenue, costs, and value proposition.

  • Market research fundamentals: Identifying target customers and competitors.

  • Techniques for validating demand: Surveys, interviews, and competitor analysis.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Learn to structure a business using the Business Model Canvas.

  • Understand how to conduct effective market research.

  • Analyze competitive landscapes and assess market demand.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Workshop on creating a Business Model Canvas for their business idea.

  • Conduct a simple market research survey among peers.

  • Group analysis of survey results to refine business ideas.

• Deliverables:

  • Completed Business Model Canvas.

  • A brief market research report summarizing survey findings.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Review of the Business Model Canvas for clarity and completeness.

  • Evaluation of the market research report and peer feedback during group discussions.

Week 7: Branding, Marketing & AI Tools for Business

• Topics Covered:

  • Brand identity: Creating a name, logo, tagline, and establishing brand values.

  • Marketing strategies: Differentiating between online and offline approaches.

  • Introduction to AI & digital marketing tools: SEO, social media ads, and other AI-driven marketing solutions.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Develop a cohesive brand identity for a business.

  • Understand essential marketing strategies to promote a business.

  • Learn how to leverage AI tools to enhance digital marketing efforts.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Design workshop: Create a logo and tagline for the business idea.

  • Set up a mock social media page and design a sample post.

  • Experiment with AI-driven marketing tools in a guided session.

• Deliverables:

  • A branding portfolio including the logo, tagline, and brand guidelines.

  • A sample social media marketing post.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Creative evaluation of branding materials.

  • Peer review of the mock social media setup and marketing strategies.

  • Instructor feedback on AI tool demonstrations.

Week 8: Financial Basics & Funding Your Business

• Topics Covered:

  • Business finances: Understanding budgeting, pricing, and profit & loss.

  • Overview of funding options: Bootstrapping, investors, crowdfunding, and government schemes.

  • The concept of break-even analysis and business profitability.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Develop basic financial literacy essential for running a business.

  • Understand various funding options and effective financial planning methods.

  • Calculate the break-even point for a business model.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Create a simple profit and loss statement for a fictional business scenario.

  • Brainstorm creative ways to secure funding for the business.

  • Group work on financial planning and budgeting exercises.

• Deliverables:

  • A profit and loss statement for the proposed business idea.

  • A written summary of funding strategies and potential funding sources.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Evaluation of financial documents for accuracy.

  • Quality of group discussions and contribution during brainstorming.

  • Instructor review of the funding strategy summary.

Week 9: Sales, Networking & Customer Engagement

• Topics Covered:

  • Sales techniques: Persuasion, negotiation, and effective pitching.

  • Importance of networking: Building mentors, partnerships, and business connections.

  • Strategies for customer engagement: Retention, satisfaction, and service excellence.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Develop persuasive communication and sales skills.

  • Understand the role of networking in business success.

  • Learn techniques to build and maintain strong customer relationships.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Role-playing sessions: Practice selling a product to a potential customer.

  • Elevator pitch challenge: Present the business idea in under 60 seconds.

  • Group discussions on effective customer engagement strategies.

• Deliverables:

  • A recorded role-play session and feedback report.

  • A concise, well-crafted elevator pitch presentation.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Peer and instructor evaluations of role-play performance.

  • Assessment of pitch clarity, effectiveness, and overall presentation skills.

Week 10: Business Plan & Final Pitch

• Topics Covered:

  • Crafting a business plan: Integrating idea, market research, financials, marketing, and operations.

  • Presentation skills: Techniques to pitch an idea confidently.

  • Final business pitch: Presenting the consolidated business plan to an audience.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Synthesize all aspects of the entrepreneurial process into a coherent business plan.

  • Enhance public speaking and presentation skills.

  • Effectively communicate the business idea to potential investors or mentors.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Develop a one-page business plan that encapsulates the entire business idea.

  • Final pitch competition: Present the business plan to a panel of peers and instructors.

  • Q&A session simulating investor interactions.

• Deliverables:

  • A completed one-page business plan.

  • A recorded or live final pitch presentation.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Rubric-based evaluation of the business plan.

  • Peer and instructor assessments of the final pitch.

  • Quality of responses during the Q&A session.

Module 3: Mental Health (Weeks 11–12)

Week 11: Understanding Mental Health and Identifying Stress

• Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Mental Health: Definitions, significance, and common misconceptions.

  • Understanding Stress: Exploration of stress, common stressors (academic pressure, social media, peer pressure, family expectations), and physical/emotional signs.

  • The Role of Mind & Will: How thoughts and determination shape responses to stress.

  • Importance of Sleep, Exercise, and Nutrition: Their impact on emotional well-being.

  • Additional considerations: Addressing anxiety, self-esteem, and the effects of social media.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Define mental health and identify its core components.

  • Recognize various stressors and understand the physical and emotional cues of stress.

  • Understand the interplay between mindset, willpower, and overall well-being.

  • Appreciate the role of healthy sleep, exercise, and nutrition in maintaining mental health.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Group discussion: Share personal experiences and common stressors in a supportive, moderated setting.

  • Self-reflection journal: Record daily stress triggers and personal responses.

  • Guided mindfulness and breathing exercise session.

  • Interactive quiz to reinforce understanding of mental health concepts.

• Deliverables:

  • A one-page reflection summarizing personal stressors and potential strategies for managing them.

  • Participation in the guided mindfulness session with a brief written reflection on its impact.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Evaluation of self-reflection journals for depth and self-awareness.

  • Active participation in group discussions.

  • A short reflective essay summarizing key learnings.

Week 12: Building Resilience and Developing Self-Care Strategies

• Topics Covered:

  • Advanced Stress Management Techniques: Meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and visualization.

  • Mindfulness & Emotional Intelligence: Enhancing emotional regulation and self-awareness.

  • Building Resilience: Strategies for coping with setbacks, academic and social pressures, and developing a growth mindset.

  • Creating a Personal Self-Care Plan: Incorporating exercise, proper sleep, balanced nutrition, and regular self-reflection.

  • Digital Well-being: Techniques to manage social media usage and protect self-esteem.

• Learning Objectives:

  • Apply practical stress management and relaxation techniques in daily life.

  • Develop skills for emotional regulation and building resilience.

  • Design a personalized self-care routine addressing physical, mental, and digital well-being.

  • Critically evaluate how lifestyle choices impact overall mental health.

• Activities & Projects:

  • Guided meditation and relaxation session to practice stress reduction techniques.

  • Role-playing and scenario-based exercises to simulate responses to stressful situations.

  • Self-care plan workshop: Create a detailed, personalized self-care plan outlining daily, weekly, and monthly practices.

  • Peer sharing circle: Present and discuss individual self-care plans for constructive feedback.

• Deliverables:

  • A comprehensive Personal Self-Care Plan (document or presentation) detailing strategies for managing stress, improving physical well-being, and maintaining digital balance.

  • A recorded or written reflection on the guided meditation session and its impact.

• Assessment Methods:

  • Rubric-based evaluation of the Personal Self-Care Plan for practicality, creativity, and relevance.

  • Peer feedback during sharing sessions.

  • Instructor-led debrief sessions to discuss the effectiveness of the self-care strategies.

Overall Program Outcomes

By the end of this 12-week program, students will:

• Entrepreneurship: Develop a structured business idea, gain hands-on experience with marketing, branding, financial planning, and pitch their business concept effectively.

• AI Applications: Acquire practical skills in using AI as a lifelong tutor—from crafting effective prompts to integrating multi-step queries for personalized career and life advice.

• Mental Health: Build an understanding of mental health, recognize stressors, and develop robust self-care and resilience strategies to navigate academic and social challenges.

This comprehensive curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications, empowering students with the skills and mindset needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world.