Course Outline
1. Introduction and Fundamental Concepts
- Defining Generative AI
- An overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat: its purpose and role in enhancing daily work
- Core concepts of prompts (commands) and personas
2. Configuration and Access
- Enabling Copilot Chat in Microsoft 365 (covering licensing and permissions)
- Navigating the Copilot Chat interface within Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Practice Session:
- Access your Microsoft 365 account and explore the Copilot Chat sidebar
- Experiment with basic queries and commands
3. Applied Usage in Microsoft Word
- Drafting, editing, and reviewing documents with Copilot Chat support
- Generating text, summarizing content, and rephrasing statements
- Composing scripts for presentations
4. Applied Usage in Microsoft Excel
- Automatically generating formulas
- Interpreting data and charts via natural language instructions
- Streamlining complex calculations
5. Applied Usage in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Building slides from topics or plain text inputs
- Developing presentation scripts and visual layout suggestions
- Automating design adjustments
6. Applied Usage in Microsoft Outlook
- Composing emails rapidly and effectively
- Generating auto-replies and receiving improvement suggestions
- Managing inbox organization through commands
7. Crafting Effective Prompts
- Prompt structures that yield superior responses
- Utilizing personas to modify tone and style
- Practical prompt examples for everyday tasks
8. Automation and Integration
- Connecting Copilot Chat with Teams and other Microsoft ecosystem tools
- Basic automation examples for time savings
- Implementing scripts and macros generated by Copilot Chat (foundational level)
9. Best Practices and Ethical Considerations
- Maintaining privacy and security when utilizing generative AI
- Mitigating common errors and biases in outputs
- Validating and reviewing AI-generated responses
Recap and Future Directions
Requirements
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
- A basic understanding of common workplace duties related to writing, data interpretation, or communication.
- No prior background in AI or prompt engineering is necessary.
Target Audience
- Business professionals seeking to enhance productivity through Microsoft Copilot.
- Staff in administration, communications, or data analysis roles.
- Corporate teams adopting AI-integrated 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