AI Advanced

AI Learning Journey #3. Design, evaluate, support and lead advanced AI use.

At a Glance

AI Advanced is designed for power users, AI champions, builders, instructional designers, analysts and local AI leads who are ready to go beyond using AI and begin designing, evaluating and enabling AI-assisted work for others.

This journey explores advanced topics including workflow design, automation, AI governance, agent building, change leadership, and AI strategy. Completing AI Foundations and AI Practitioner first is strongly recommended because AI Advanced assumes familiarity with AI tools and practical AI application. However, if you already have significant AI experience, you are welcome to start here. 

More advanced learning content is on the way. We are actively expanding this journey with additional courses to support learners who want to deepen their expertise.

Designed For

Power users, champions, builders, innovators, analysts, instructional designers and local AI leads.

Skill Level

Advanced — AI Foundations and Practitioner experience strongly recommended.

Competencies

All five competencies, with emphasis on AI Leadership & Innovation and AI-Enabled Problem Solving.

What You Will Learn

AI Advanced learning covers the following topic areas:

  • Advanced prompting strategies including multi-step reasoning prompts and agentic prompting techniques
  • AI governance, responsible AI deployment and data security principles at a deeper level
  • Designing and documenting multi-step AI-assisted workflows that others can reuse
  • Building AI agents using Copilot Studio and related tools, including no-code approaches
  • Supporting organizational AI adoption through change management and champion practices
  • Evaluating AI tools and solutions for organizational fit, risk and value
  • AI strategy and innovation, including identifying high-value use cases and piloting new applications

Core AI Competencies

The AI Learning Journeys are built around five core competencies:

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These competencies describe the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that enable individuals to use AI effectively, responsibly and confidently in their work. They are a framework that helps you understand what you are developing as you progress through the journeys.

AI Advanced Featured Learning

The courses and topics below are the recommended starting points for the AI Advanced journey. Because this is the most dynamic area of AI learning, featured content is reviewed and updated frequently to reflect the latest developments in advanced AI use, tools and techniques.

Please note that university students do not currently have access to Percipio trainings. Students should use the LinkedIn Learning courses listed to complete this journey.

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How to Create AI Agents Like a Pro in Copilot Studio (No Code Required)

Build no-code AI agents in Copilot Studio to support advanced workflows.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 5h 55m

Competencies: AI Understanding, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

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Building AI Agents for Beginners by Microsoft

Learn to build, refine, and deploy AI agents using proven design patterns.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 1h 5m

Competencies: AI Understanding, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

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Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with AI Agents

Use AI agents to extend Copilot and automate complex work.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 51m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

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Advanced Prompt Engineering Techniques

Strengthen prompt design for clearer, more accurate AI results.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 1h 5m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving

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Prompting with Agentic Techniques

Guide AI through multi-step tasks using agentic prompting techniques.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 40m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

AI Advanced Additional Learning

AI Advanced additional learning covers emerging topics that will continue to grow as AI capabilities evolve. These areas represent the leading edge of AI application at CU Anschutz and will be supplemented with new content regularly.

Please note that university students do not currently have access to Percipio trainings. Students should use the LinkedIn Learning courses listed to complete this journey.

Enablement, Privacy and Responsible AI

These topics are essential for anyone who is deploying, evaluating, or recommending AI tools and workflows within an organization. Content in this area covers data security, privacy compliance, risk management, and responsible AI principles at an organizational level.

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Workflow Design and Automation

These courses focus on designing AI-assisted workflows that can be documented, shared, and reused. Topics include building reusable prompt libraries, workflow templates and automation solutions using tools available at CU Anschutz.

AI Challenge: Vibe Code 5 Apps in 5 Days

Explore rapid app creation with AI-assisted coding and prototyping.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 41m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

Copilot for Project Management: Build an AI-Powered Budget Tracker

Build an AI-supported budget tracker to improve project planning.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 56m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving

Copilot for Project Management: Automate Stakeholder Communications

Use Copilot to streamline stakeholder updates and project communication.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 1h 35m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving

AI Leadership and Change Enablement

These courses are designed for individuals who are helping others adopt AI, leading AI initiatives within their department or acting as local AI champions. Topics include change management, coaching and building an AI-positive culture.

AI-Powered Leadership: Elevating Human Capabilities

Explore how leaders can use AI to strengthen productivity and human potential.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 33m

Competencies: Responsible AI Use, AI Interaction, AI Leadership & Innovation

Strategic AI Prompting for Managers: Leading Smarter with Generative AI

Learn strategic prompts managers can use for planning, decisions and leadership.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 56m

Competencies: AI Interaction, AI-Enabled Problem Solving, AI Leadership & Innovation

Using GenAI to Enhance Your Emotional Intelligence as a Leader

Use GenAI to support reflection, communication and leadership growth.

Platform: LinkedIn Learning

Duration: 1h 14m

Competencies: Responsible AI Use, AI Interaction, AI Leadership & Innovation

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