Understand the foundations of generative AI for business leaders

Beginner
Business Leader
Business User
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Foundry

Generative AI is revolutionizing the way organizations innovate, operate, and compete. For business leaders, understanding the foundations of generative AI is essential to unlocking new opportunities, driving measurable business value, and leading successful transformation. This module provides a practical overview of generative AI concepts, technologies, and solutions—including Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI, and intelligent agents—while guiding you through real-world scenarios, cost considerations, and strategies for responsible adoption.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you are able to:

  • Explain the foundational concepts and business value of generative AI for organizations.
  • Identify and evaluate Microsoft generative AI solutions—including Copilot, Azure AI, and agents—for common business scenarios.
  • Assess key considerations for adopting generative AI, including model selection, cost drivers, and responsible use.
  • Recognize challenges and opportunities in generative AI, such as reliability, bias, and strategic alignment.

Prerequisites

None.