Microsoft 365 Introduction to Copilot

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Introduction

This course is designed for anyone looking to unlock the power of Microsoft Copilot within Microsoft 365 applications. Participants will start with the fundamentals, learning what Copilot is, what it can do, and how to find it within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. As the course progresses, attendees will explore how Copilot enhances productivity across apps such as Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, gaining hands-on experience with its features and capabilities

This course is suitable for professionals, students, and teams looking to enhance their Microsoft 365 workflow using Copilot. Whether you’re new to Microsoft Copilot or looking to refine your skills, this course provides essential techniques to transform productivity

Course code

SMIC

Location

Online

Duration

1 day, via MS Teams

Price

£150.00

Course Content

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Understand the core functions of Copilot.

  • Locate and use Copilot tools within Microsoft 365 apps.

  • Learn how to ask effective questions to maximise Copilot’s capabilities.

  • Utilise Copilot for summarising, creating, and optimising work.

  • Improve workflow efficiency in Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Course Content

1. Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

  • What is Copilot?

  • Core capabilities and practical applications.

  • Where to find Copilot within Microsoft 365 apps.

  • Tips and tricks for asking effective questions.

2. Using Copilot Chat

  • Finding and pinning Copilot Chat.

  • Using Copilot to locate, summarise, and create content.

  • Starting a new chat and accessing chat history.

  • Exploring Pages for extended project collaboration.

3. Copilot in Microsoft Teams

  • Enhancing meetings with Copilot.

  • Generating meeting recaps and action points.

  • Using Copilot in chats and channels to summarise conversations and locate information.

  • Asking effective questions in a collaborative environment.

4. Copilot in Microsoft Outlook

  • Using prompts to draft emails quickly.

  • Adjusting tone and requesting new versions of emails.

  • Utilising Copilot Coach to refine communication.

  • Summarising lengthy email threads efficiently.

5. Copilot in Microsoft PowerPoint

  • Creating presentations from scratch using prompts.

  • Generating slides using a Word document as a base.

  • Applying corporate templates for brand consistency.

  • Enhancing presentations with images, slide designs, and structured summaries.

6. Copilot in Microsoft Word

  • Drafting a document using Copilot’s suggestions.

  • Adjusting tone and style for different audiences.

  • Incorporating reference files to refine document context.

  • Using Copilot to rewrite, summarise, and organise content effectively.

7. Copilot in Microsoft Excel

  • Formatting data into tables for clarity.

  • Highlighting key insights through Copilot’s analysis.

  • Sorting, filtering, and discovering data trends.

  • Generating formulas and learning how to refine queries for better results.

8. Copilot Tips & Tricks

  • Maximising Copilot’s effectiveness with refined prompts.

  • Best practices for improving workflow.

  • Exploring advanced features for increased efficiency.

Course Contact Details

If you would like more information or to reserve a place on a course, please get in touch.

Telephone: 01387 734199
E-mail:shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk

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