Course Duration
1 Day
Microsoft
Authorized Training
IT
Course cost:
£970.00
IT Certification Overview
Introduction to building AI agents (MS-4014) provides developers and makers with a practical introduction to Microsoft’s AI agent platform. During this instructor-led course, learners explore the concepts behind AI agents, discover the Microsoft tools and services available for agent development, and learn how to plan an AI agent solution from initial business requirements through to governance and deployment planning.
Designed for organisations beginning their AI transformation journey, this course provides a platform-agnostic approach to planning AI solutions while introducing the Microsoft technologies that support agent development across Microsoft 365, Microsoft Power Platform and Azure.
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Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
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The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
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Prerequisites
Before attending this course, you should have:
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Copilot.
- Basic understanding of generative AI concepts, including agents, models and orchestration.
- Familiarity with Microsoft cloud platforms, including Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure.
Target audience
This course is designed for:
- Developers beginning to build AI agents.
- Makers using Microsoft Power Platform.
- Technical professionals exploring Microsoft AI technologies.
- Anyone planning to extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with AI capabilities.
- Professionals supporting AI transformation initiatives within their organisation.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain what AI agents are and the business value they deliver.
- Describe the core components of an AI agent.
- Identify Microsoft tools and services for building AI agents.
- Select appropriate development, integration and governance services for different scenarios.
- Plan an end-to-end AI agent solution.
- Define outcomes, workflows, interaction channels and governance requirements for AI solutions.
- Understand responsible AI considerations when designing AI agents.
Build a foundation to build AI agents and extend Microsoft 365 Copilot. Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to developing AI agents
Gain an understanding of AI agents, their capabilities and how they are transforming modern organisations.
Topics include:
- AI transformation and intelligent agents
- Common AI agent use cases
- Core AI agent components
- Business value of AI agents
- Module assessment
Module 2: Choose tools and services for your agent on Microsoft’s agent platform
Explore the Microsoft ecosystem for AI agent development and learn how to select the right technologies for your scenario.
Topics include:
- Build tools for AI agents
- Connectivity and communication channels
- Grounding solutions
- Actions and integrations
- Governance and identity
- Module assessment
Module 3: Plan an AI agent solution
Learn how to design an end-to-end AI agent solution that aligns with business goals and governance requirements.
Topics include:
- Planning business outcomes and success metrics
- Designing data, workflows and dependencies
- Planning interaction patterns and communication channels
- Identity, governance, security and responsible AI
- Module assessment
Exams and Assessment
Participants will complete module assessments to evaluate their understanding. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a digital badge recognising their proficiency in foundational AI agent development and Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility.
Hands-on Learning
This course is delivered through a combination of
- Self-paced online modules with interactive content
- Hands-on labs using Microsoft AI development tools
- Practical exercises to reinforce learning objectives
Upcoming Dates
Dates and locations are available on request. Please contact us for the latest schedule.
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