Prompt Engineering for Copilot in 365: Boost Workday Productivity

AI assistants are transforming how we work, but getting the exact output you need depends entirely on how you ask. Learning to communicate effectively with generative AI is an essential modern workplace skill. This text-based course guides you through the foundational principles of prompt engineering specifically tailored for Copilot within office applications. You will transition from basic keyword searches to crafting structured, context-aware prompts that generate professional drafts, analyze complex spreadsheets, and summarize lengthy discussions in seconds. What you'll learn: - Understand the core mechanics of generative AI and how Copilot securely connects with your daily work files. - Apply the four key components of a successful prompt—goal, context, source, and expectations—for highly accurate results. - Draft professional emails, document outlines, and meeting summaries in Outlook, Word, and Teams. - Analyze datasets, write formulas, and extract insights in Excel using clear, conversational prompts. - Create structured presentations and refine slide content with targeted design instructions. - Practice iterative prompting and persona adoption to continually improve and polish your AI-generated outputs. You will start by mastering foundational AI concepts and the anatomy of a perfect prompt. From there, you will read through practical, real-world scenarios demonstrating how to apply these prompting patterns across different workplace applications. This course is designed for beginners who are new to generative AI or looking to integrate AI assistance into their daily administrative, analytical, or creative workflows. No prior programming or technical background is required. Start reading today to unlock a faster, smarter way of working.