FAQ Page - Ikasia

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Find answers to the most common questions about our artificial intelligence training programs.

FAQ Categories

1. General
2. Training programs
3. Formats and delivery
4. Pricing and funding
5. Registration and logistics
6. Course content
7. After the training
8. Technical questions
9. Accessibility and disability

GENERAL <a id="general"></a>

What is Ikasia?

Ikasia is a training organization specializing in artificial intelligence and data science. We offer programs for all profiles — from executives to developers — with a pragmatic, hands-on approach grounded in real-world practice.

Our mission: Make AI accessible and applicable at every level of the organization.

Who are your trainers?

Our trainers are practicing AI experts with a minimum of 10 years of experience.

Guillaume Hochard, founder and lead trainer, brings:

• 20 years of experience in AI and data science
• Training since 2018 (CAC 40 companies, SMEs, startups)
• Teaching at La Sorbonne (Master MOSEF)
• AI consulting with dozens of projects delivered

We also work with associate trainers who are experts in NLP, MLOps, AI security, and more.

Are you a certified training organization?

Yes, Ikasia is a registered training organization currently completing registration with the regional authority.

We are also in the process of obtaining Qualiopi certification, the quality label for training organizations in France.

Which sectors do you work in?

We work across all sectors:

• Energy
• Healthcare
• Finance / Insurance
• Industry / Manufacturing
• Tech / SaaS
• Retail / E-commerce
• Public administration
• Services

Our training programs are tailored to the specific context and use cases of each sector.

Where are you based?

Our registered office is in Paris, but we operate throughout France, as well as in Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom.

We also offer online training accessible from anywhere in the world.

TRAINING PROGRAMS <a id="formations"></a>

What training programs do you offer?

We offer two types of programs:

1. Core training programs (1 to 8 weeks)

• AI Strategy for Executives (2 days)
• AI for Managers & Professionals (2 days)
• Applied Generative AI Workshop (1 day)
• Data Science & Machine Learning Bootcamp (8 weeks)
• AI Ethics and Regulation (1 day)

2. Intensive technical workshops (3.5h)

• Building an MCP server + tools
• Internal copilots with Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Agentic workflows with LangGraph
• Enterprise RAG on SharePoint/Confluence
• Defense against prompt injection attacks

See the full details on our Training and Workshops pages.

Which training program is right for me?

It depends on your role and goals:

You are an executive, C-suite leader?

→ AI Strategy for Executives (2 days) Build an AI strategy, understand business opportunities, lead AI projects.

You are a manager, team lead, or business professional?

→ AI for Managers & Professionals (2 days) Understand AI, use ChatGPT/Claude effectively, automate your tasks.

You work in marketing, creative, or innovation?

→ Applied Generative AI Workshop (1 day) Master generative AI tools (text, image) and prompt engineering.

You are a developer, data analyst, or IT professional?

→ Data Science & ML Bootcamp (8 weeks) Become a data scientist, master Python, ML, and model deployment.

→ Intensive technical workshops (3.5h) Fast skill development on MCP, LangGraph, RAG, Copilot Studio, AI security.

You are in compliance, legal, or project management?

→ AI Ethics and Regulation (1 day) Master the AI Act, GDPR applied to AI, and build a governance framework.

Not sure? Contact us and we'll help you choose.

Do you offer tailored training programs?

Yes, absolutely! All our programs are fully customizable.

We adapt:

• Content (sector-specific use cases, specific technologies)
• Duration (from a few hours to several weeks)
• Format (in-person, online, hybrid)
• Level (beginner, intermediate, advanced)

Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Are your programs certified?

Our Data Science & Machine Learning Bootcamp (8 weeks) awards a completion certificate attesting to the skills acquired.

For all other programs, we issue training certificates in compliance with legal requirements for registered training organizations.

Do you offer training in English?

Yes! Several of our programs are available in French and English:

• AI Strategy for Executives
• AI for Managers & Professionals
• Applied Generative AI Workshop
• Data Science & ML Bootcamp
• AI Ethics and Regulation

Intensive technical workshops are also available in English upon request.

FORMATS AND DELIVERY <a id="formats"></a>

What delivery formats do you offer?

We offer 3 formats:

1. In-person

Training at your premises (in-house) or at our training centers (public sessions).

Benefits: Direct interaction, collaborative work, networking.

2. Online

Live sessions via Zoom, Teams, or Google Meet.

Benefits: No travel required, geographic flexibility, reduced costs.

3. Hybrid

A combination of in-person and online sessions.

Benefits: Maximum flexibility, adapted to scheduling constraints.

How does online training work?

Our online programs are interactive and hands-on — not passive webinars.

How it works:

• Live sessions via Zoom/Teams with video and audio
• Screen sharing for demonstrations
• Individual and group practical exercises (breakout rooms)
• Access to cloud environments for technical labs
• Chat for real-time questions
• Course materials accessible online

Required equipment:

• Computer with webcam and microphone
• Stable internet connection
• Required software installed (depending on the program)

How many participants per session?

It depends on the format:

Strategic and business programs (Executives, Managers):

• Public sessions: 6 to 12 participants
• In-house: 8 to 20 participants (adjustable)

Technical programs (Bootcamp, Workshops):

• Public sessions: 6 to 10 participants
• In-house: 8 to 15 participants

Why small groups? To ensure interactivity, personalized support, and high educational quality.

How long are the training programs?

Core programs:

• 1 day (7h): Applied Generative AI, AI Ethics & Regulation
• 2 days (14h): AI Strategy, AI for Managers
• 8 weeks (56h): Data Science Bootcamp

Intensive workshops:

• 3h30: MCP, Copilot Studio, LangGraph, RAG, AI Security

Tailored programs: Duration adapted to your needs (from a few hours to several months).

Do you offer part-time programs?

Yes! Our Data Science Bootcamp is available in part-time format (evenings or weekends) to fit around professional commitments.

We can also adapt other programs into shorter spread-out sessions (e.g., 4 half-days instead of 2 full days).

PRICING AND FUNDING <a id="tarifs"></a>

What are your prices?

Our pricing is tailored based on:

• Format (in-person, online, hybrid)
• Duration
• Number of participants
• Level of customization

Indicative rate: From €1,500 excl. VAT/day/person

Volume discounts available for groups and longer programs.

For a personalized quote: Contact us

Can training be funded through an OPCO?

Yes! Ikasia is a registered training organization and our programs are eligible for OPCO funding (Skills Operators in France).

Process:

1. Contact your OPCO (Atlas, Afdas, Opco EP, etc.)
2. Request funding for the desired program
3. We provide all necessary documents (program, agreement, quote)
4. Your OPCO approves (or declines) the funding

Important: Submit your request at least 6 weeks before the training.

Note: If the OPCO declines, you remain liable for the full training cost.

Do you offer payment plans?

For longer programs (Bootcamp, multi-module pathways), we offer installment payment plans.

Contact us to discuss the terms.

Are there any additional costs (accommodation, meals, etc.)?

Online programs: No additional costs.

In-person programs (in-house):

• At your premises: no venue fees
• Trainer travel: included within mainland France (exceptions may apply)
• Meals: at the client's or participant's expense

In-person programs (public sessions):

• Lunch: included
• Accommodation: not included (at the participant's expense)

REGISTRATION AND LOGISTICS <a id="inscription"></a>

How do I register for a training program?

Step 1: Contact us via our contact form or by email (contact@ikasia.ai)

Step 2: We send you a personalized quote within 48 hours

Step 3: You return the signed quote marked "Accepted"

Step 4: We send you the training agreement and practical information

Step 5: You attend the training!

How much lead time is needed to organize training?

It depends on the format:

Public sessions (inter-company): Dates set in advance. Registration up to 7 days before (subject to availability).

In-house training (tailored): Recommended lead time: 4 to 6 weeks to design the program and organize logistics.

Urgent training: We can organize a session in 2 weeks if the trainer is available.

Can I cancel or reschedule a training session?

Yes, under certain conditions (see our General Terms and Conditions).

Cancellation:

• More than 30 days before: free of charge (excluding deposit)
• Between 30 and 15 days before: 30% retained
• Less than 15 days before: 100% retained

Rescheduling: One free reschedule is allowed, provided the request is made at least 15 days before the training.

Exception: No fees apply in cases of force majeure or participant substitution.

What happens if the trainer is unavailable (illness, etc.)?

In the event of trainer unavailability (illness, force majeure), Ikasia will:

• Provide a replacement trainer of equivalent level, or
• Reschedule the training to a later date

No additional fees for the client in this case.

COURSE CONTENT <a id="contenu"></a>

What are the prerequisites for your programs?

It depends on the program:

AI Strategy for Executives: No technical prerequisites. Open to all profiles.

AI for Managers & Professionals: No technical prerequisites. Beginner level.

Applied Generative AI Workshop: No technical prerequisites. Familiarity with digital tools.

Data Science & ML Bootcamp: Basic programming skills (Python recommended) and statistics (desirable).

Intensive technical workshops:

• MCP, LangGraph, RAG, Security: Intermediate Python
• Copilot Studio: No technical prerequisites

Not sure about your level? Contact us and we'll assess it together.

Will I receive the training materials?

Yes! All participants receive:

• Slides from the training (PDF)
• Exercises and answer keys
• Templates and code (for technical programs)
• Checklists and operational playbooks

These materials are sent after the training by email.

Intellectual property: Materials remain the property of Ikasia and must not be shared without authorization.

Are there practical exercises?

Absolutely! Our pedagogy is practice-oriented.

Strategic and business programs:

• Collaborative workshops
• Real-world case studies
• Role-play scenarios
• Building roadmaps, strategies, and playbooks

Technical programs:

• Hands-on labs (70% of the time)
• Coding exercises
• Ongoing projects
• Deploying real-world solutions

Goal: You leave with skills that are immediately applicable.

Do you offer follow-up after the training?

Yes! We offer several follow-up options:

Included in all programs:

• Email support: ask questions after the training (30 days)
• Additional resources: articles, tutorials, useful links

Paid options:

• Q&A sessions (monthly or quarterly)
• Individual mentoring to dive deeper into specific topics
• Project support: we help you implement an AI project within your organization

Contact us to discuss a tailored follow-up plan.

Do you provide equipment (computers, etc.)?

In-person programs (public sessions): Yes, we provide workstations if needed.

In-person programs (in-house): The client provides workstations. We share technical specifications in advance.

Online programs: Each participant must have their own computer. We provide access to cloud environments for technical labs if needed.

AFTER THE TRAINING <a id="apres-formation"></a>

Will I receive an attendance certificate or diploma?

Yes! All participants receive a training certificate stating:

• The training title
• Duration
• Dates
• Skills acquired

For the Data Science & ML Bootcamp, a certification is awarded upon successful completion of the final project.

Can I revisit certain modules if I didn't fully understand them?

Yes! Several options:

Option 1: Email support (30 days after the training) Ask your questions and we'll answer them.

Option 2: Q&A sessions (paid) Monthly group sessions to revisit specific points.

Option 3: Retake the training Certain public sessions allow participants to attend again for free within 6 months (subject to availability).

How can I continue learning after the training?

We offer progressive learning pathways:

Example: "Manager to Data Scientist" pathway:

1. AI for Managers & Professionals (2 days)
2. Applied Generative AI Workshop (1 day)
3. Data Science & ML Bootcamp (8 weeks)

Example: "Technical Expert" pathway:

1. Data Science Bootcamp (8 weeks)
2. Enterprise RAG Workshop (3.5h)
3. LangGraph Workshop (3.5h)
4. AI Security Workshop (3.5h)

We help you build your learning journey based on your goals.

Do you offer AI coaching or consulting?

Yes! Beyond training, we offer:

AI strategic consulting

• AI maturity audit
• AI roadmap development
• Recruitment support (data/AI profiles)
• AI project management

Project support

• POC (Proof of Concept) design
• Technology selection
• Code review and architecture

Contact us to discuss your needs: contact@ikasia.ai

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS <a id="techniques"></a>

Which tools and technologies do you teach?

We cover state-of-the-art technologies:

Generative AI / LLMs:

• ChatGPT (OpenAI)
• Claude (Anthropic)
• Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion
• Model Context Protocol (MCP)

AI Frameworks:

• LangChain / LangGraph
• Microsoft Copilot Studio
• AutoGen, CrewAI

Data Science & ML:

• Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
• TensorFlow, PyTorch
• RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
• Vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, ChromaDB)

MLOps & Deployment:

• FastAPI
• Docker, Kubernetes
• AWS, Azure, GCP

AI Security:

• Prompt injection, jailbreaks
• Content filtering
• Red-teaming LLMs

Do I need to install software before the training?

It depends on the program:

Strategic and business programs (Executives, Managers): No installation required. A web browser is sufficient.

Generative AI Workshops: Access to ChatGPT or Claude (free or paid accounts).

Technical programs (Bootcamp, Technical Workshops): Yes, we send a technical prerequisites list 1 week before:

• Python, IDE (VSCode, PyCharm)
• Libraries (pip install)
• Cloud access (AWS, Azure, OpenAI accounts depending on the program)

Installation help: We offer an optional setup session before the training.

Can I use my own data during the training?

Yes, we encourage it!

For tailored in-house training, we can incorporate your data and your use cases:

• Analysis of your datasets
• Building models around your specific challenges
• Deploying POCs on your infrastructure

Important: Make sure to comply with your company's confidentiality rules (NDA, anonymization if necessary).

Do you offer training on specific technologies (e.g., TensorFlow, AWS SageMaker)?

Yes! We offer tailored technical training covering specific technologies:

Examples:

• Deep Learning with TensorFlow / PyTorch
• MLOps on AWS SageMaker
• Azure Machine Learning
• Computer Vision with OpenCV
• NLP with Hugging Face Transformers

Contact us with your specific needs and we'll build the right program.

Do you teach LLM fine-tuning?

Yes! Fine-tuning is covered in our Data Science & ML Bootcamp (dedicated module).

We teach:

• Full fine-tuning
• LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) and PEFT
• Fine-tuning OpenAI, Anthropic, or open-source models (Llama, Mistral)
• Evaluation of fine-tuned models

We also offer tailored workshops dedicated to fine-tuning (1 to 2 days).

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY <a id="accessibilite"></a>

Are your training programs accessible to people with disabilities?

Yes! Ikasia is committed to making its programs accessible to anyone with a disability.

Our disability coordinator, Guillaume Hochard, is available to:

• Assess your specific needs
• Adapt the learning approach (materials, pace, tools)
• Adjust the training environment (in-person or online)
• Refer you to specialized partners (Agefiph, Cap Emploi, MDPH)

Disability coordinator contact: accessibilite@ikasia.ai

What accommodations do you offer?

We adapt our programs according to individual needs:

Visual impairment:

• Materials in large print or compatible with screen readers
• Verbal descriptions of visual content

Hearing impairment:

• Subtitled videos
• Detailed written materials
• Sign language interpretation available (upon request)

Physical disability:

• Online programs accessible from home
• Wheelchair-accessible venues for in-person sessions

Cognitive or learning differences:

• Adapted pace with additional breaks
• Simplified and clearly structured materials

Every situation is unique. Contact our disability coordinator for personalized support.

OTHER QUESTIONS

How can I stay informed about your new programs?

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive:

• Our new training programs
• Blog articles
• Free resources (guides, checklists)
• Invitations to webinars

Subscribe to the newsletter

Also follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter for daily updates.

Can I invite Ikasia to speak at an event (conference, webinar)?

Yes! Guillaume Hochard and our team regularly speak at:

• Tech and AI conferences
• Corporate webinars
• Industry events
• Round tables

Speaking topics:

• AI strategy and digital transformation
• Generative AI and LLMs
• AI ethics and regulation
• Sector-specific use cases (energy, healthcare, finance...)

Contact us: contact@ikasia.ai

Do you work with universities or schools?

Yes! Ikasia is a partner of the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (Master MOSEF).

We are open to academic partnerships:

• Guest lectures (master's, MBA, executive education)
• Co-designing programs
• Teacher training

Contact us: contact@ikasia.ai

A question that's not listed here?

Contact us! We'll be happy to answer any question you have.

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