Course Outline
Introduction to Copilot for Government in the Public Sector
- An overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot and its functionality
- Use cases for AI within Microsoft applications in the public sector
- Understanding the data sources and security parameters of Copilot for government
Working with Documents in Word for Government
- Drafting policy memos, letters, and reports using Copilot
- Rewriting, summarizing, and clarifying language in documents
- Creating structured content from bullet points or tables for government use
Email and Calendar Assistance in Outlook for Government
- Composing and responding to emails more efficiently with Copilot
- Scheduling meetings and drafting follow-up notes using Copilot
- Summarizing long email threads and highlighting key points for government correspondence
Data and Reporting Tasks in Excel for Government
- Explaining complex spreadsheets in plain language with Copilot
- Generating charts, summaries, and visual insights using Copilot
- Using Copilot to identify trends or answer questions in data for government reporting
Copilot in Meetings and Presentations for Government
- Generating meeting summaries and action items in Teams for government meetings
- Creating presentation drafts in PowerPoint from brief notes for government presentations
- Converting transcripts into briefs or reports using Copilot for government documentation
Prompting Strategies and Custom Scenarios for Government
- Writing effective prompts to achieve consistent results in government tasks
- Adapting prompts to align with the tone and needs of your department
- Reusing prompt templates for recurring government tasks
Responsible Use in Government Contexts
- Ensuring confidentiality, oversight, and appropriate use of Copilot in government operations
- Aligning internal policies and IT governance with the use of AI for government
- Building trust through ethical AI use in public service for government
Summary and Next Steps for Government
Requirements
- An understanding of Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) for government use.
- Familiarity with common public sector tasks such as reporting, communication, and documentation.
- No prior experience with AI or Copilot required.
Audience
- Government staff using Microsoft Office in daily operations.
- Administrative teams handling communication, documentation, and reporting.
- Policy and program staff seeking to enhance productivity with AI assistance.
Testimonials (3)
Trainers can answer all questions and accept any queries
Dewi Anggryni - PT Dentsu International Indonesia
Course - Copilot for Finance and Accounting Professionals
Going over the various use cases and application of AI was helpful. I enjoyed the walkthrough of the various AI Agents.
Axel Schulz - CANARIE Inc
Course - Microsoft 365 Copilot: AI Productivity Across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
I liked that trainer had a lot of knowledge and shared it with us
