Course Outline
1. Introduction and Fundamental Concepts
- Understanding Generative AI
- Overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat: its purpose and role in everyday work
- Core principles of prompts (commands) and personas
2. Configuration and Access
- Steps to activate Copilot Chat in Microsoft 365 (including licensing and permissions)
- Navigating the Copilot Chat interface within Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Hands-on Activity:
- Log into your Microsoft 365 account and explore the Copilot Chat sidebar
- Experiment with basic inquiries and commands
3. Practical Applications in Microsoft Word
- Draft, edit, and review documents with the assistance of Copilot Chat
- Generate text, create summaries, and rephrase content
- Script presentations for verbal delivery
4. Practical Applications in Microsoft Excel
- Automatically generate formulas
- Analyze data and charts using natural language instructions
- Automate intricate calculations
5. Practical Applications in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Build slide decks from topics or plain text input
- Generate presentation scripts and receive visual design suggestions
- Automatically modify design elements
6. Practical Applications in Microsoft Outlook
- Compose emails rapidly and effectively
- Utilize auto-replies and improvement suggestions
- Manage your inbox using specific commands
7. Crafting Effective Prompts
- Structuring prompts to elicit superior responses
- Leveraging personas to modify tone and style
- Practical prompt examples for routine tasks
8. Automation and Integration
- Connect Copilot Chat with Teams and other Microsoft applications
- Implement simple automation examples to save time
- Utilize scripts and macros generated by Copilot Chat (introductory level)
9. Best Practices and Ethical Considerations
- Maintaining privacy and security when utilizing generative AI
- Avoiding common errors and bias in AI outputs
- Critically evaluating AI-generated responses
Summary and Future Steps
Requirements
- Familiarity with using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- General knowledge of workplace duties involving writing, data analysis, or communication
- No previous background in AI or prompt engineering is necessary
Intended Audience
- Business professionals seeking to enhance productivity through Microsoft Copilot
- Staff in administrative, communication, or data analysis roles
- Corporate teams adopting AI-driven workflows
Testimonials (7)
Excellect knowledge level of the trainer
Pawel Dykowski - LKQ Polska Sp. z o. o.
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
I liked that trainer had a lot of knowledge and shared it with us
Daria Pawlak - LKQ POLSKA SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Interesting topics and knowing the thema
Paulina Biela - LKQ POLSKA SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of chat systems and the ability to provide satisfactory answers to questions asked during the training
Jessica Duplicka - LKQ POLSKA SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Trainer has huge knowledge, excellent teaching skills and provides reply to each question. Whole training was very interesting and I would recommend to attend.
Daria - LKQ Polska Sp. z o. o.
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Trainer approach and open for sharing knowledge
Zuzanna Kochanska - LKQ Polska Sp. z o. o.
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Engagement, Extended Knowledge
