The British Academy for Training and Development presents this course in “Maximizing Productivity with AI: Practical Training on Microsoft 365 Copilot and Essential AI Tools” which is designed to empower professionals with the knowledge and skills to harness the power of artificial intelligence tools—especially Microsoft 365 Copilot—to boost personal and organizational productivity. Through interactive sessions and hands-on practice, participants will explore a variety of cutting-edge AI applications, with a focus on real-world business use cases.

Who should attend?

·       Business professionals and team leaders

·       Project managers and executive assistants

·       HR, marketing, and finance professionals

·       Anyone interested in leveraging AI to streamline workflows

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

·       Understand how AI is transforming productivity in the modern workplace.

·       Explore and apply key AI tools that enhance efficiency across daily tasks.

·       Use Microsoft 365 Copilot tools in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

·       Automate repetitive workflows and improve time management using AI.

·       Integrate AI tools safely and ethically within organizational contexts.

·       Collaborate efficiently using AI in team communication and document management.

·       Develop AI-driven solutions for content creation, data interpretation, and meeting management.

·       Design and manage workflows with AI support to boost collaboration and performance.

 The Role of AI in the Modern Workplace

o   Overview of AI and productivity

o   Benefits and risks of AI adoption

o   Ethics and responsible AI use

Essential AI Tools for Productivity

o   Overview of popular AI-powered tools (ChatGPT, Notion AI, Grammarly, etc.)

o   Use cases in document drafting, data analysis, project planning

o   Tips for selecting the right tool for your workflow

Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

o   What is Microsoft Copilot and how it works

o   Copilot across the Microsoft ecosystem: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams

o   Security, compliance, and data governance considerations

 Microsoft Teams with Copilot

o   AI-powered meeting summaries

o   Auto-generated tasks and action points

o   Enhancing team collaboration and communication

Automating Workflows with Power Automate & AI Builder

o   Building simple automated workflows

o   Using AI models to enhance form processing, approvals, and notifications

AI Security, Data Privacy & Compliance in Microsoft 365

o   Understanding Microsoft’s compliance features

o   Managing user access and data governance

o   Mitigating risks of AI misuse

Challenges, Risks & the Future of AI in the Workplace

o   Data privacy and security concerns

o   Change management and user adoption

o   Preparing for future AI tools and trends

Change Management for AI Adoption

o   Leading teams through AI integration

o   Overcoming resistance to new technology

o   Aligning AI tools with organizational culture and policies

Measuring ROI and Productivity Gains from AI Tools

o   Setting KPIs for AI-driven productivity

o   Tracking and reporting performance improvements

o   Evaluating long-term benefits and optimization opportunities

Hands-On Training: Copilot in Action

o   Word: Drafting reports, summarizing documents, rephrasing

o   Excel: Analyzing data, creating dashboards, predictive insights

o   Outlook: Writing emails, summarizing threads, scheduling follow-ups

o   PowerPoint: Creating presentations, generating design ideas

o   Teams: Summarizing meetings, drafting action points

Real-World Applications and Workflow Automation

o   Creating AI-enhanced productivity routines

o   Automating daily tasks and repetitive actions

o   Case studies: AI success stories in business