Module 1: Introduction to Copilot in PowerPoint

Learning Objectives

• Understand what Copilot is and how it integrates with PowerPoint
• Access Copilot within the PowerPoint interface
• Learn the fundamentals of writing effective prompts

Topics

• Overview of Copilot capabilities
• Navigating the Copilot pane
• How Copilot interprets presentation context
• Best practices for reviewing AI generated slides

Module 2: Creating Slides with Copilot

Learning Objectives

• Use natural language to generate slide content
• Create outlines, agendas, and structured slide decks
• Expand or shorten content based on presentation needs

Topics

• Drafting a full presentation from a prompt
• Generating slide titles and bullet points
• Creating speaker notes with Copilot
• Rewriting content for clarity or tone

Hands On Exercises

• Generate a 5-slide deck from a single prompt
• Rewrite a slide for a different audience

Module 3: Designing and Formatting Slides

Learning Objectives

• Apply themes, layouts, and visual styles using Copilot
• Improve slide readability and visual appeal
• Use Copilot to reorganize or refine slide structure

Topics

• Choosing and applying design themes
• Adjusting layouts and formatting
• Creating consistent visual hierarchy
• Using Copilot to simplify cluttered slides

Hands On Exercises

• Transform a plain slide into a polished design
• Apply a consistent theme across a deck

Module 4: Visual Enhancements with Copilot

Learning Objectives

• Generate visuals such as images, icons, and diagrams
• Use Copilot to create data driven charts
• Enhance storytelling with visual elements

Topics

• Creating diagrams and process flows
• Generating images using descriptive prompts
• Adding charts from Excel data
• Improving slide aesthetics with AI suggestions

Hands On Exercises

• Generate a diagram from a prompt
• Insert and refine a chart using Copilot

Module 5: Advanced Copilot Applications in PowerPoint

Learning Objectives

• Build complex presentations with AI assistance
• Automate repetitive tasks
• Use Copilot to refine entire slide decks

Topics

• Creating multi section presentations
• Summarizing long documents into slides
• Converting Word or PDF content into a deck
• Using Copilot to adjust tone, pacing, and flow

Hands On Exercises

• Convert a document into a slide deck
• Use Copilot to improve a full presentation

Module 6: Prompt Engineering for PowerPoint

Learning Objectives

• Craft precise prompts for slide creation and design
• Use iterative prompting to refine results
• Understand how Copilot interprets context and structure

Topics

• Writing clear, structured prompts
• Using constraints (e.g., “10 slides max,” “executive tone”)
• Troubleshooting vague or incorrect outputs
• Best practices for repeatable results

Hands On Exercises

• Rewrite weak prompts into strong ones
• Compare different prompt styles and outcomes

Module 7: Real World Scenarios and Practice

Scenarios

• Business pitch deck
• Training presentation
• Project update
• Marketing overview
• Executive summary deck

Capstone Activity

Participants create a full presentation using Copilot:

1. Generate an outline
2. Build slides
3. Add visuals
4. Apply design
5. Refine and finalize the deck

Course Wrap Up

• Review of key skills
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Tips for integrating Copilot into daily presentation workflows
• Final Q&A or assessment