Provenir, a global leader in AI risk decisioning software, has launched a new educational initiative aimed at advancing AI literacy and competency across the banking and financial services industry. The effort underscores the company’s commitment to advocacy, education, and workforce upskilling as artificial intelligence continues to reshape the financial landscape. The initiative includes two key offerings: an AI Maturity Assessment and a new complimentary certification program, Data Science 101 for Financial Services. These tools are designed to help institutions evaluate their current AI capabilities and build foundational knowledge to support responsible and effective AI adoption. The AI Maturity Assessment serves as a starting point for organizations seeking to understand their progress across five critical dimensions: Strategic Alignment and Governance, Data Readiness and Infrastructure, AI and Analytics, Lifecycle AI Application, and Use Case Application Across the Lifecycle. Based on the assessment results, users receive personalized recommendations and are directed to tailored learning resources, whether they are just beginning their AI journey or looking to scale advanced applications. The Data Science 101 for Financial Services certification is a four-module course that covers essential concepts in data science as applied to banking and finance. Each module includes interactive quizzes and a final exam. Upon successful completion, participants earn a digital badge they can showcase on LinkedIn and other professional platforms, validating their understanding of core AI and data science principles relevant to financial services. “AI empowerment is a top priority for banks and financial institutions today,” said Mike Holmes, Head of Data Science at Provenir. “There’s a growing need for AI upskilling, knowledge, and practical competency across teams. Provenir is proud to lead the way in providing accessible, high-quality educational content to help the industry build the skills it needs to thrive in the age of AI.” The initiative aligns with broader industry trends. According to EY, when thoughtfully implemented, AI is driving significant improvements in operational efficiency, customer engagement, and sustainable growth across banking operations—enabling greater resiliency, agility, and a customer-centric focus. Provenir’s AI Decisioning Platform, which integrates decisioning, data, and decision intelligence, supports the full customer lifecycle. It enables financial institutions to make smarter, faster, and more personalized decisions—improving onboarding, reducing fraud, enhancing collections, and expanding access to financial services. Trusted by leading financial services providers worldwide, Provenir operates in over 60 countries and processes more than 4 billion transactions annually, positioning the company at the forefront of innovation in AI-driven decisioning.