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AESOP Academy: Using AI for Everyday Analyst Functions (@Vassar)

Saturday, November 8, 2025 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Description

    This AI-training introduces students to Excel Copilot, Microsoft’s AI-powered tool that enhances productivity and simplifies data analysis. Designed for beginners, this course provides a real-world lens of using Copilot's capabilities to solve business challenges and perform analyst activities effortlessly.

    • The AESOP Academy Excel Level 2 course is a prerequisite for this workshop to provide students with a better learning experience. 
    • Please read the description below. All workshops are virtual. When you register for this program, you'll be asked to complete a brief survey. 
    • A confirmation and additional information (including a Zoom invitation) will be provided prior to each workshop.
    • Space is limited! If we've reached capacity, you will be placed on a wait list.

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    What You'll Learn:

    • Smart Commands & Prompts – Learning how to interact with Copilot for
      calculations, summaries and formatting
    • AI-Assisted Data Analysis – Using Copilot to identify trends, visualize insights, and perform data deep-dives
    • Time-Saving Automation – Reducing manual work with AI-generated formulas and workflow enhancements
    • Solving Business Problems with AI – engage with AI as your personal
      business analyst to address business needs and manage requests

    Who Should Attend?
    This course is ideal for students looking to improve their technical and business skills with AI-powered assistance.  By the end of this course, students will be able to:
    1. Use Copilot to perform basic tasks – Automate simple calculations, formatting,
    and data entry.
    2. Summarize and analyze data effortlessly – Generate data insights using
    Copilot.
    3. Troubleshoot common issues with Copilot’s help – Identify data quality gaps
    or errors for better reporting and analysis results.
     

    Now in its 11th consecutive year, AESOP Academy continues to equip liberal arts
    students with the skills and confidence to tackle real-world challenges and stand out to recruiters or hiring managers as job-ready professionals.

    This Academy is led by Haverford College '09 alum Panos Panidis.  Panos has a great deal of industry expertise in consulting, finance, startups, and entrepreneurship and has become a dedicated mentor to supporting students as they explore competitive career paths.
    For more AESOP details visit: www.aesopba.com

    Questions? Reach out to Susan Smith at the Center for Career Education at susmith@vassar.edu.

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