AI in Excel using Microsoft Copilot
Course provided by Model Institute of Engineering & Technology
5 modules
Explore the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
4.5 Level NCrF
National Credit Framework
30 Hours
Flexible Learning
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
Nano Credit Course
01 Credit
Course Overview
This course introduces learners to the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot, enabling professionals to leverage AI without writing a single line of code. Participants will explore how to forecast trends, summarize large datasets, and automate repetitive business tasks, all within familiar Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, and Outlook. Designed for non-technical users, the course emphasizes practical applications of AI to enhance productivity, decision-making, and business insights.
Key Learning Highlights
Gain hands-on experience in using Microsoft 365 Copilot for day-to-day business tasks.
Learn to summarize reports, emails, and documents instantly with AI-powered insights.
Automate workflows in Excel, Word, and Outlook to save time and improve efficiency.
Apply AI-driven forecasting and data analysis for smarter business decisions.
Explore real-world scenarios where no-code AI tools transform workplace productivity.
🛠️ Tools & Platform Used
Microsoft 365
Excel
Outlook
Learning Outcome
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Describe the foundational concepts of no-code AI integration in Excel using Microsoft Copilot.
Build AI-driven forecasting and summarization tasks using Copilot prompts.
Apply AI-enhanced Excel functions to solve real-world business analytics problems.
Automate and optimize day-to-day tasks using AI-driven Excel workflows.
Develop a capstone project to solve an industry-relevant problem using Excel and Copilot.
Master the course with just 5 Modules
This course is designed in a step-by-step format to help you seamlessly adopt AI in Excel using Microsoft 365 Copilot. Each module gradually builds your skills — from beginner-level tasks to advanced business intelligence and automation. By the end, you’ll be ready to apply AI-powered Excel workflows in real-world business scenarios.
Getting Started with AI in Excel (Beginner)
Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot
Setting up the Excel Copilot environment
Exploring AI-powered assistance in Excel
Foundational AI Functions in Excel (Lower Intermediate)
Formula generation and data cleaning using Copilot
Automating repetitive tasks: sorting, filtering, categorizing
Using natural language prompts for Excel functions
AI for Business Forecasting and Trend Analysis (Intermediate)
Handling time-series data and generating forecasts
Scenario simulation and trend analysis
Visualizing predictions with dynamic charts
Advanced Analytics and BI (Upper Intermediate)
Using Copilot for automated dashboards and KPI reports
Summarizing data with smart insights
Natural language-driven storytelling with charts
Capstone Project (Advanced)
Solve a real-world business problem using Microsoft Copilot
Sample Projects: Inventory Prediction, Sales Forecasting & Trend Visualization, Automated Performance Reports
Present solution using AI-powered Excel features
Roles
- Business Analyst (AI-enabled)
- Excel AI Specialist
