Skillsoft, a leader in transformative learning experiences, has announced a new generative AI (GenAI) skilling program developed in collaboration with Microsoft. This comprehensive program aims to upskill organizations and their workforces in using Microsoft AI technologies, including Copilot and Azure Open AI, to drive business productivity and innovation.
- Partnership Overview:
- Collaboration: Skillsoft and Microsoft are teaming up to deliver advanced AI training and resources.
- Objective: To help organizations and their employees harness the potential of generative AI technologies.
- Components of the Program:
- Blended Learning Experience:
- On-Demand Courses: Accessible educational content covering generative AI concepts and tools.
- 1:1 and Group Coaching: Personalized and group-based support for learners.
- Instructor-Led Training (ILT): Live sessions with experts to facilitate deep learning.
- Hands-On Practice Labs: Practical exercises to apply learned skills in real-world scenarios.
- Blended Learning Experience:
- Program Impact:
- Pilot Success: 98% of initial participants reported immediate applicability of the skills and knowledge gained.
- Duration: The program is designed to advance organizations through critical phases of AI maturity within 90 days.
- Assessing Current Skills:
- Skill Benchmarks: Evaluate existing AI-related technology and leadership skills.
- Data-Driven Talent Decisions:
- Dashboards: Use data insights to align talent with strategic business outcomes.
- Rapid AI Skills Development:
- Emerging Training Methods: Includes Microsoft’s Azure Open AI technologies and Skillsoft’s AI-powered coach, CAISY™.
- Ongoing Talent Assessment:
- Post-Training Benchmarks: Reevaluate skills and fill talent gaps for optimal role placement.
- Ron Hovsepian, Executive Chair, Skillsoft:
- “Generative AI brings limitless opportunity to organizations. This collaboration with Microsoft is the first of many AI learning experiences we will deliver to help our customers and their talent acquire the skills and tools they need to succeed in the age of AI.”
- Jeana Jorgensen, Corporate Vice President, Worldwide Learning, Microsoft:
- “This learning experience is designed to empower individuals and organizations to harness the full capabilities of generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, and Microsoft’s AI apps and services. It aims to spark innovation and give our customers a competitive edge.”
Looking Ahead
- Future Initiatives:
- The program marks the beginning of a series of AI learning experiences from Skillsoft and Microsoft.
- Program Goals:
- To enable businesses and individuals to achieve their AI transformation goals and drive innovation.
The new generative AI skilling program from Skillsoft and Microsoft represents a major advancement in AI education. By offering comprehensive training and support, the program is set to equip organizations and their employees with the skills necessary to thrive in the evolving AI landscape.
