Short Course

Work Collaboration

Productivity with Microsoft Copilot

Overview

This comprehensive course equips participants to enhance productivity by integrating Microsoft Copilot into their daily workflows. Through theory and hands-on practice, learners will master automating routine tasks across Microsoft 365 tools – including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and the Copilot Notebook series. Ultimately, attendees will learn to generate content, analyze data, and manage communications with AI-driven precision, allowing them to focus on high-impact professional results.

Who Should Attend

This course is intended for

  • Executives and Managers: Professionals seeking to streamline decision-making, enhance strategic planning, and boost overall productivity with AI-powered tools
  • Administrators and Support Staff: Individuals looking to optimize routine tasks, improve document management, and enhance efficiency in daily operations using Microsoft Copilot
  • Cross-Functional Teams and Business Professionals: Employees across various roles who aim to leverage Copilot to enhance collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and workflow optimization within their organizations

Pre-requisites

  • No pre-requisite required
  • Participants are required to bring their own laptop PC or MacBook for the practical hands-on portions of the workshop
  • Participants will require access to SharePoint and Outlook Email through licenses in their corporate/enterprise Microsoft 365 accounts
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1 Day

8 Hours

Level

Beginner

What You Will Learn

Understanding SharePoint Basics

Learn what SharePoint is, its role in Microsoft 365, and how it supports modern workplace collaboration.

Working with Document Libraries and Lists

How to create, upload, organize, and manage documents and data using SharePoint libraries and custom lists.

Sharing and Permissions

Understand how to share content securely, manage access permissions, and collaborate effectively with internal and external users.

Using Version History and Co-Authoring

Discover how to track changes, restore previous versions, and co-author documents in real time.

Customizing Pages and Web Parts

Explore how to personalize SharePoint pages using web parts like text, images, links, and embedded content.

Course Outline

Day 1
  • Introduction to SharePoint
    • What is SharePoint?
    • SharePoint’s role in Microsoft 365
    • Types of SharePoint sites: Team Sites vs. Communication Sites
    • Real-world use cases for SharePoint collaboration
    • SharePoint interface and navigation basics
  • Managing Documents with SharePoint Document Libraries
    • Understanding document libraries and their structure
    • Creating and naming document libraries
    • Uploading, editing, and deleting files
    • Creating folders vs using metadata
    • Sorting, filtering, and grouping documents
    • Pinning, starring, and quick access features
    • Document management best practices
  • Tracking Data with SharePoint Lists
    • Introduction to SharePoint lists vs Excel tables
    • Creating and customizing lists from scratch and from templates
    • Understanding columns and data types
    • Adding, editing, and deleting list items
    • Sorting, filtering, and creating views
Day 2
  • Sharing Content and Managing Permissions
    • Sharing files and folders within and outside the organization
    • Understanding permission levels (Read, Edit, Full Control)
    • Managing access and breaking inheritance
    • Monitoring shared items and using the “Shared With” feature
    • Permission tips for team and project collaboration
  • Version Control and Real-Time Collaboration
    • Enabling and using version history
    • Restoring previous versions of documents
    • Simultaneous editing and co-authoring with Office apps
    • Understanding autosave and check-in/check-out features
    • Collaboration do’s and don’ts
  • Customizing SharePoint Pages and Web Parts
    • Creating and editing modern site pages
    • Adding and configuring web parts (Text, Image, Link, File Viewer, etc.)
    • Rearranging layouts for better presentation
    • Embedding content and multimedia
    • Branding tips for a cohesive look and feel

Trainers Profile

Peter

Dwight Fonseka

Dwight Fonseka embarked on his educational journey in 2001, achieving a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from NUS, followed by an Advanced Diploma in Pharmaceutical Management from MDIS in 2007, and a Master’s degree in Education from NTU in 2013. Dwight has accumulated eight years of experience teaching biology at O and A levels/IB level in international schools in Singapore and abroad, specializing in genetics, biostatistics, and bioinformatics, particularly in Rbioconductor.