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Professional Academy Diploma in AI Prompt Engineering with Microsoft 365 Copilot
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AI Prompt Engineering with Microsoft 365 Copilot Course Modules
Microsoft Copilot 365 is an AI-powered assistant embedded in Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, and Outlook. It uses advanced AI models, including large language models, to enhance the user experience by helping with writing, summarising, analysing data, generating content, and automating repetitive tasks—making everyday work faster and smarter.
Learn how to harness the full potential of Microsoft 365 Copilot by mastering prompting techniques. Through real-world scenarios, you'll discover how to automate routine tasks, streamline workflows, and generate professional-quality outputs across Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
This practical, problem-solving course blends interactive lectures with group discussions, case studies, and guided exercises. You'll apply structured frameworks for prompt design, explore how AI can enhance productivity in different workplace contexts, and gain hands-on experience with the latest Copilot features.
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1. Introduction to AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot
Discover the fundamentals of Generative AI and how Microsoft 365 Copilot integrates into the workplace to boost individual and team productivity.
- Key concepts and terminology of Generative AI
- The role of Copilot within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
- Evaluating how Generative AI enhances productivity
2. Foundations of Prompt Engineering
Learn the principles of prompt engineering and how to design effective prompts that unlock Copilot’s potential for everyday work.
- Generative AI principles applied to productivity
- Understand the role of Copilot
- Identifying opportunities to enhance tasks with Copilot
3. Industry Developments and Microsoft 365 Copilot
Gain insights into the latest AI trends, Microsoft’s positioning, and the broader impact of AI on knowledge work.
- Key industry trends in AI for business
- Microsoft’s role in the AI productivity landscape
- Navigating Microsoft 365 with an AI-focused perspective
4. Productivity with Copilot in Outlook
Master email and calendar management with Copilot, reducing overload and streamlining daily communication.
- Use Copilot to manage and triage email more effectively
- Apply Copilot to reduce email overload and improve daily workflow
- Improve calendar management with AI-powered suggestions
5. Productivity with Copilot in PowerPoint
Use Copilot to create compelling, professional presentations faster and with more impact.
- Generating presentation content and outlines with AI
- Improving visual design and storytelling using suggestions
- Real-time collaboration with Copilot and colleagues
6. Productivity with Copilot in Excel
Streamline your approach to data by applying AI-powered automation and insight generation in Excel.
- Automating data cleaning and preparation
- Analysing data sets and generating forecasts with AI
7. Productivity with Copilot in Teams
Enhance team communication and collaboration by embedding Copilot into your meetings and workflows.
- Improving meeting efficiency with AI summaries and insights
- Automating follow-ups, task creation, and transcriptions
- Integrating productivity apps within Teams using Copilot
8. Productivity with Copilot in Word
Elevate document creation and collaboration with Copilot to save time and improve quality.
- Generating and refining content with Copilot support
- Automating formatting and improve accessibility
- Collaborating seamlessly with co-authoring tools
9. Integration and Cross-Platform Workflows
Connect Copilot across multiple apps and personalise workflows that align with your daily tasks.
- Setting up and personalising the standalone Copilot app
- Use Copilot to streamline task management across platforms
- Customising workflows using natural language prompts
10. Solving Real-life Problems with Copilot
Apply everything you’ve learned to tackle real workplace challenges through practical projects.
- Identify real-world business challenges solvable with Al
- Applying Copilot features to professional scenarios
- Developing a practical project using multiple tools and AI
11. Future Trends and Continuous Improvement
Stay ahead of the curve by exploring emerging AI trends and building your own strategy for lifelong learning.Stay ahead of the curve by exploring emerging AI trends and building your own strategy for lifelong learning.
- Exploring the future of AI productivity tools
- Creating a personal development plan for AI adoption
- Reflecting on course learnings for long-term application
Access to thousands of journals, articles and papers. Free of charge.
Learners taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journals, articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
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Is this course right for me?
This course is ideal for professionals who want to reclaim time, reduce repetitive tasks, and enhance productivity by using Microsoft 365 Copilot effectively. You’ll learn practical prompt engineering skills to streamline workflows across Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
You may be:
A busy professional looking to improve efficiency and productivity
A data scientist experienced in machine learning looking to streamline data analysis processes
A team leader or consultant who relies heavily on Microsoft 365 tools
A knowledge worker aiming to improve efficiency and output quality
Someone preparing for career progression by demonstrating adaptability with AI tools
To get the most from the course, you should have a working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications. No coding or AI expertise is required, and this is not a Microsoft certification course.
This is not a Microsoft 365 certification course, and assume a working knowledge of the Microsoft 365 applications.
What are the requirements for this course?
Learners should have a working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications (such as Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel). No previous knowledge or experience of Co-Pilot or artificial intelligence is required.
You must also have a Microsoft 365 Business Subscription with Copilot activated. Students with a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription and Copilot activated can still join the course, but will be unable to fully participate in the activities of two complete units and part of a third. This will not affect your ability to complete assessments.
To take part, you’ll need a computer with a reliable internet connection and video/audio suitable for Zoom classes.
How is this course assessed?
This Professional Academy Diploma is assessed through a combination of an Action Learning Log and a final Business Report. The Action Learning Log captures your reflections and applied learning throughout the course, while the Business Report demonstrates your ability to apply AI productivity tools and prompt engineering strategies to real-world workplace scenarios.
What is the learning experience like?
Many of our courses are now available in a variety of formats. All formats cover the same course content. You now have more choice in how you learn with us:
Live Online
Our online experience is designed to be just as interactive, supportive, and inspiring as the UCD Professional Academy campus experience.
Online courses can be accessed from any computer or laptop with an internet connection.
Live lectures are delivered using Zoom. During these lectures, your teachers will use technology interactively to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their microphones so that they can ask questions and communicate with other students.
On Campus
UCD Professional Academy is delighted to welcome learners back on the UCD Belfield Campus. On Campus courses are delivered in-person with our industry experts in the O'Brien Science building.
On Demand
On Demand courses enable you to complete your course on your own schedule. Course modules are delivered in the form of one “lesson”. The lesson is broken up into short videos followed by activities designed to put the new information and concepts into practice through exercises, quizzes, forum participation and other activities.
What is the student experience like?
Student care is a high priority at UCD Professional Academy, which is why our Student Services team is on hand to support you throughout your time with us. They will respond to any queries you have, help you with any technical issues, and facilitate your learning experience at every point. All students are given access to our Student Portal, where you can see your timetable, access all your study materials, and manage your account.
What are the benefits of a Professional Academy Diploma?
UCD Professional Academy Diplomas and Certificates are designed to give your career an advantage. Developed in conjunction with industry thought leaders our courses teach practical, applied skills to support you to achieve your career and business goals. Professional Academy Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects rather than their academic credentials.
The Professional Academy is an independent wholly owned part of UCD designed to address the need for skills development in the workforce. Courses tend to be short, designed and delivered by industry practitioners, and are not part of nor do they lead to a traditional University award such as a degree or a masters. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study by their organisation.
For full details of UCD Professional Academy’s Certifications & Governance please visit https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/governance/
How do I get my Professional Academy Diploma?
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You can also add this certificate to your LinkedIn profile.
What payment options are available?
You can secure your spot on most of our Live Online, On-Campus, or On-Demand courses with a low 30% deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in two equal instalments (30 and 60 days later).
For full-time Bootcamp courses, you can secure your spot with a 50% deposit, with the remaining balance due prior to the start of your course.
Please note that standard terms and conditions apply, which you can review here: https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/terms-and-conditions/