Copilot for 365 and AI Agents: Foundations and Deployment

AI-powered assistance is transforming how we work, but understanding how to securely implement and leverage these tools is key to unlocking their true value. This course introduces you to the core architecture, deployment strategies, and practical applications of Copilot for 365 and AI agents. You will transition from a beginner to a confident professional who understands how Copilot interacts with organizational data, how to apply modern prompt engineering, and how to extend capabilities using custom agents. What you'll learn: - Understand the underlying architecture and security model of Copilot, including data privacy and tenant boundaries. - Learn key deployment strategies, licensing requirements, and readiness planning for organizational rollout. - Master foundational prompt engineering techniques to get high-quality, actionable responses from AI assistants. - Configure and extend Copilot by understanding how AI agents connect to external data sources. - Explore practical use cases for automating document creation, data analysis, and communication workflows. The course begins with essential terminology, architectural fundamentals, and data security concepts before moving into deployment planning, prompting best practices, and written scenarios for building custom agents. This training is designed for IT professionals, business leaders, and productivity enthusiasts who are new to AI integration, with no prior programming experience required. Start reading today to prepare your workflow for the future of AI-driven productivity.