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Copilot Applied Skills

Microsoft Copilot Applied Skills: AI Research Agents and AI Chat Workflows

This pathway introduces learners to the practical use of Microsoft Copilot capabilities for workplace productivity, research, reporting, workflow support, and AI-assisted communication. It is designed for learners who need to use generative AI responsibly and productively in Microsoft 365 environments.

Duration
6 weeks
Schedule
Saturday mornings, 09:00 to 13:30
Investment
R5,950 excl. VAT
Format
Facilitated certification preparation

Executive Summary

AI-Assisted Productivity

This pathway introduces learners to the practical use of Microsoft Copilot capabilities for workplace productivity, research, reporting, workflow support, and AI-assisted communication. It is designed for learners who need to use generative AI responsibly and productively in Microsoft 365 environments.

Learner Outcomes

What Learners Will Build.

  • Use AI research agents to define scope, identify sources, draft reports, refine outputs, and finalise reports.
  • Use AI chat to streamline productivity tasks across Microsoft 365 tools.
  • Build practical prompt confidence and responsible AI habits for workplace scenarios.
  • Prepare for Microsoft Applied Skills assessments that validate task-based AI capability.

Credential Alignment

Based on Microsoft Learn.

  • Microsoft's AI research agents Applied Skill validates the ability to generate business reports by using AI research agents.
  • Microsoft's AI chat Applied Skill evaluates workflow productivity across web tasks, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel using Microsoft 365 Copilot.