Institute for Digital Innovation and AI

The Institute for Digital Innovation and AI (IDIA) is Melbourne Business School's hub for research, education and industry engagement at the intersection of digital technology and business. It helps organisations understand and apply AI and digital innovation to strategic and operational challenges.

IDIA connects academic research with practice through corporate partnerships, executive education programs, thought leadership events and applied projects. Its services are designed to help organisations build AI capability, navigate digital transformation and make informed strategic decisions.

Services include:

• tailored executive education programs that build AI literacy and leadership capability
• corporate partnerships that provide access to research insights, applied projects and thought leadership events
• applied research collaborations that translate AI research into practical strategies and decision-making tools
• case competitions and partnership-driven projects that apply AI to real business challenges and generate evidence-based insights.

IDIA works across sectors, including banking, insurance and superannuation. The Institute brings together academics, industry partners and students to help organisations embed AI into strategy and operations, access applied research, and connect with peers addressing similar transformation challenges.