👥 Participation
How can I apply?
You can apply through our online application form. Please also email your required documents (valid passport / ID, school transcripts or CV, and travel insurance) to admissions@baieurope.com. Candidates registering with their host institutions must also apply separately.
Who should attend?
The BAI/ZHAW Winter School is interdisciplinary and designed for upper-graduate and graduate management and engineering students, as well as working professionals, technology leaders, and innovation managers from around the world who are shaping or governing AI-driven change in the workplace.
What qualifications are required?
The 2027 BAI Winter School Beyond Automation: The Human Stake in Agentic Systems is designed for mixed engineering and management cohorts, with a 60/40 balance between strategic and technical content, and provides practical experience to graduate students and professionals.
Students with qualifications in other disciplines or those currently in Bachelor programs should have previous experience in the field or demonstrate a strong willingness to learn in order to successfully complete the course.
Students with qualifications in other disciplines or those currently in Bachelor programs should have previous experience in the field or demonstrate a strong willingness to learn in order to successfully complete the course.
What is the maximum number of students that can participate?
The maximum cohort for the program is 40 students. Places are limited, so early applications are encouraged.
Where and when does the event take place?
The 2027 BAI/ZHAW Winter School takes place at the University of Cape Town (Upper Campus), South Africa, from January 27 – February 5, 2027 (10-day intensive). The opening session is on Wednesday, January 27, 2027 at 14:00.
University of Cape Town, Upper Campus
7 University Avenue, Rondebosch
Cape Town 7700, South Africa
📍 Complete Address
Department of Mathematics and Applied MathematicsUniversity of Cape Town, Upper Campus
7 University Avenue, Rondebosch
Cape Town 7700, South Africa
Where can I find a program overview?
You can find detailed information, including the six-module road map and the Four Dimensions Framework, on the program page. The Executive Summary gives a short overview.
Why should I attend the BAI/ZHAW Winter School?
BAI's distinctive educational principles set our sessions apart from the competition. Here are the compelling reasons to attend a BAI Winter or Summer School. Cape Town also gives you a living case: South Africa's national Digital ID rollout (MyMzansi) anchors the programme.
Why should my employer support my attendance?
Review our Employer Brief: When Sending Your Team to School Actually Pays Off for compelling arguments you can present to your employer.
📝 Registration Process
When can I apply?
Applications for the 2027 BAI/ZHAW Winter School are open now through December 10, 2026. Places are limited, so early applications are encouraged.
Which language will be used for the session?
All courses will be conducted in English.
Can you provide visa support?
Yes, you can receive visa support from ZHAW at hitz@zhaw.ch, or request an invitation letter through admissions@baieurope.com. Please check the entry requirements for your nationality well before travelling, and keep your passport valid for the whole stay.
Where can I find the Fee Details?
The programme fee is €1,795 for the ten-day session, including class fees and social activities. Early Bird and Partner discounts (€150 each, not combinable), payment deadlines and the withdrawal policy can be found at: https://www.baieurope.com/winterfees2027
🏛️ Organization & Academics
Is the program accredited?
The 2027 BAI Winter School Beyond Automation is organized by the Business Analytics Institute in partnership with ZHAW School of Management and Law. The institute was founded by three renowned professionals with extensive practical, academic, and leadership experience. Over 450 alumni, working across financial services, technology, consulting, and the public sector, have completed the BAI Winter or Summer School programs.
ECTS credits are certified by ZHAW School of Management and Law, Switzerland, and participants also receive professional certification from Kore.ai in enterprise agentic AI systems. The 2027 session is hosted at the University of Cape Town.
ECTS credits are certified by ZHAW School of Management and Law, Switzerland, and participants also receive professional certification from Kore.ai in enterprise agentic AI systems. The 2027 session is hosted at the University of Cape Town.
Will I receive academic credit?
Yes, the programme is worth 4 ECTS credits, certified by ZHAW School of Management and Law for students enrolled at ZHAW. Students from other institutions should check with their host institution how the credits can be recognized. All participants receive professional certifications from BAI and Kore.ai.
What should I bring?
Please bring personal items, your passport / ID and travel insurance, and a laptop with standard office software for assignments, hands-on sessions, and presentations.
🔌 Important: Power Adapter
South Africa mainly uses Type M power outlets (230 V), so please bring an appropriate adapter.
What are the class hours?
Wednesday, January 27th: Opening session at 14:00
The daily schedule (morning and afternoon sessions) is to be confirmed.
The daily schedule (morning and afternoon sessions) is to be confirmed.
📅 Flexible Scheduling
The daily schedule may be adjusted to accommodate social activities and cultural experiences throughout the program.
What preparation is required before the program?
Please prepare a 3-5 minute oral presentation about your current work and objectives with Agentic Systems. This will help us customize the program content to better serve participants' needs.
Presentation Guidelines:
• Present your current data and research findings
• Discuss the metadata you use to describe your experience
• Share the evaluation metrics you use to assess your learning progress
Presentation Guidelines:
• Present your current data and research findings
• Discuss the metadata you use to describe your experience
• Share the evaluation metrics you use to assess your learning progress
📖 Additional Resources
Module descriptions are available here. To prepare, you can also read the ten-article series The Human Stake in AI. Course support materials will be posted one month before the program begins.
When will the detailed agenda be available?
The programme road map (ten days, six modules) is already available on the program page.
📢 Stay Informed
All registered participants will receive the detailed agenda directly via email once available. Please monitor your inbox for program updates.
What are the arrival and departure dates?
Opening session: Wednesday, January 27, 2027 at 14:00
Programme ends: Friday, February 5, 2027
Please plan to arrive in Cape Town in time for the opening session on January 27 at 14:00.
Programme ends: Friday, February 5, 2027
Please plan to arrive in Cape Town in time for the opening session on January 27 at 14:00.
📧 Schedule Adjustments
If your travel schedule differs from these dates, please inform the organizers so we can coordinate accommodation arrangements accordingly.
🏨 Accommodation & Activities
Is accommodation provided in Cape Town?
Accommodation is not included in the program fee. Participants are responsible for making their own reservations, or can choose one of the guesthouses recommended by BAI.
Rates, descriptions and contact details for all recommended guesthouses are on the accommodation page.
🎁 Negotiated Rate at La Rose
La Rose Bed & Breakfast (Bo-Kaap, city centre) offers BAI participants R1,200 per night for a single room and R1,500 for a double room (R300 extra for a second person), breakfast included.
Which guesthouses are recommended?
BAI recommends three guesthouses in Cape Town:
• La Rose Bed & Breakfast, Bo-Kaap, city centre
• Hedge House, Newlands / Rondebosch
• Brooklands House, Rondebosch
See the accommodation page for descriptions, nearby locations, rates and how to contact each guesthouse. You can also tell us your preference in the application form.
• La Rose Bed & Breakfast, Bo-Kaap, city centre
• Hedge House, Newlands / Rondebosch
• Brooklands House, Rondebosch
See the accommodation page for descriptions, nearby locations, rates and how to contact each guesthouse. You can also tell us your preference in the application form.
What cultural and social activities are planned?
Social activities are included in the programme fee. They offer an immersive experience of Cape Town's layered heritage: Robben Island, the District Six Museum, Bo-Kaap, a safari at Aquila Private Game Reserve, and the Stellenbosch wine lands.
View the full list of activities
View the full list of activities
Is there an optional extension after the program?
Yes. You can extend your South African experience with an optional journey along the Garden Route: Knysna, Tsitsikamma Forest, Plettenberg Bay, and the Cango Caves. The extension is not included in the programme fee. You can tell us about your interest in the application form.
🌿 Garden Route
Details about the optional Garden Route extension are available on its own page.
Explore the Garden Route
Have More Questions?
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