Microsoft Copilot Fundamentals

About this course

This course teaches you how to use Microsoft Copilot—an AI assistant built into Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams—to work smarter and faster. Created by Microsoft, one of the world's leading AI and productivity software companies, this course shows you exactly how to leverage AI tools that millions of professionals already use daily.

Whether you're new to AI or just new to Copilot, you'll learn practical, hands-on ways to save time on repetitive tasks, generate ideas, and boost your output across your work.

What you'll learn

• What Microsoft Copilot is, how it works, and why it's changing how people work with Microsoft 365
• How to use Copilot in Word to draft, edit, and refine documents faster
• How to leverage Copilot in Excel for data analysis, formula creation, and insights
• How to compose and summarize emails efficiently using Copilot in Outlook
• How to use Copilot in Teams to summarize meetings, generate action items, and collaborate better
• Best practices for writing clear prompts that get you the results you want
• Ethical considerations and limitations of AI tools in the workplace

Who this is for

You should take this course if you use Microsoft 365 at work or school and want to work more efficiently. No prior AI experience is required—it's designed for complete beginners.

• Office professionals and managers — streamline reporting, email, and document workflows to reclaim hours every week
• Students and early-career job seekers — master AI-assisted productivity tools now to stand out in competitive hiring

Prerequisites

None — this course is beginner-friendly. You'll benefit most if you have basic familiarity with Microsoft 365 apps (Word, Excel, Outlook, or Teams), but the course assumes no prior AI knowledge.

Why this matters for Indian learners

Indian companies across IT, finance, consulting, and government sectors are rapidly adopting AI productivity tools. Learning Copilot now gives you a concrete, in-demand skill that makes you valuable to employers—whether you're aiming for roles at Infosys, TCS, Accenture, or startups racing to automate workflows.

As India's job market becomes more competitive, workers who can pair human creativity with AI tools are being hired faster and commanding better roles and salaries. This course is a direct path to that competitive edge.

Frequently asked questions

Is this course really free?

Yes, this course is completely free. Microsoft Learning Path courses don't require payment, and you won't hit paywalls partway through.

How long will it take to complete?

The course takes about 3 hours to complete. You can finish it in a single afternoon, or spread it across 1–2 weeks by doing one module per day. Go at your own pace.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, you'll earn a completion certificate from Microsoft that you can share on LinkedIn and include in your resume. This shows employers you've formally learned Copilot.