Introduction to GenAI at Work - Beginner 003-260126-GenAI

5.0

8 weeks

Live Course

Empowering professionals to work smarter with AI everyday.

Your Instructors

Kelley Scharf

Training Operations Manager

Course Overview

The Generative AI at Work program is a practical, hands-on training experience designed to help learners use modern AI tools to improve productivity, communication, and everyday problem-solving in the workplace. This course is built for non-technical professionals and focuses on real-world application rather than software development, coding, or data science.

Throughout the program, learners develop strong prompt-writing and AI interaction skills while applying Generative AI to common business tasks such as creating documents and presentations, managing email and communication, analyzing spreadsheets, conducting research, and supporting collaboration through chats and digital tools. The program emphasizes responsible AI use, ethical considerations, workflow automation, and effective decision-making with AI support.

Learners are also introduced to modern collaboration practices and AI-assisted work habits that reflect today’s professional environments. By the end of the program, participants will be able to confidently integrate Generative AI into their daily workflows, streamline repetitive tasks, enhance the quality and speed of their work, and deliver a final AI-powered capstone project that demonstrates real business impact.

What you'll get out of this course

Course Goal: Equip learners with practical Generative AI skills to improve productivity, communication, workflow automation, and everyday problem-solving in the modern workplace.

What You’ll Learn: Learners will explore how Generative AI is used in real work scenarios across documents, presentations, email, spreadsheets, collaboration tools, and daily business workflows.

Skills You’ll Build: By the end of the course, learners will confidently use Generative AI to create and improve work outputs, write effective prompts, automate repetitive tasks, support research and decision-making, and apply responsible and ethical AI practices.

Real-World Application: Learners will collaborate using AI-enhanced productivity tools and complete a final AI-powered capstone project that addresses a real business problem.

Course content

Course Syllabus

4 items

4 lectures

Week 1: AI Foundations

9 items

9 lectures

Week 2: Practical Prompt Engineering for Everyone

9 items

9 lectures

Week 3: Documents, Presentations & Email

11 items

11 lectures

Week 4: Spreadsheet & Chats

11 items

11 lectures

Week 5: Daily Workflow Automation

8 items

8 lectures

Brining it all together

1 item

1 lecture

5.0

Hear From Other Students

Genspark has been a game-changer in my career development. It’s significantly enhanced my speed, precision, and scalability—especially in high-volume environments like Internal Audit, where I currently serve as an HOH Military Spouse Fellow. I’ve learned how to use AI to automate routine tasks such as summarizing lengthy documents and streamlining complex workflows. One of the most eye-opening aspects was discovering the power of prompt optimization and its potential to reshape how we work. Whether you're just starting out or already tech-savvy, I highly recommend this course. It begins with foundational concepts and thoughtfully progresses into advanced applications, making it accessible and impactful for professionals at any level.

Tracey Gordon

USAA Fellow

The most transformative moment was the realization that learning new tools is not about replacing what I already know, but about expanding what is possible. When I first built an AI-driven workflow that automated a task I used to do manually, it reframed the way I think about work itself, not as static roles and routines but as evolving systems that can always be improved. It confirmed for me that the people who embrace change, stay curious, and keep learning are the ones who create the most opportunity for themselves and for others. My career outlook shifted from “What role will I transition into?” to “How can I continuously grow to stay relevant and provide value anywhere I go?”

Jason Copeland

USAA Fellow

GenSpark’s AI training reminded me what it feels like to learn just because I’m genuinely interested, not just because I need it for a job. It gave me space to explore, ask questions, and enjoy the process again. That mindset shift has made me approach tech with more curiosity and less pressure.

Weilun Lin

USAA Fellow

GenSpark's training has empowered me to integrate new digital and analytical skills to my professional toolkit. I've gained a better understanding of how to use AI to make work more efficient, improve communication, and make data-driven decisions. It's definitely boosted my confidence in adapting to new technologies within any work environment.

Teresa Truite

USAA Fellow

The GenSpark AI training supercharged what I bring to the table, leveraging my military skills in the corporate world. I honestly believe that having this training will open many more doors for opportunities in the future.

Cedric Ridgeway

USAA Fellow

Your Instructors

Kelley Scharf

Training Operations Manager

I’m the Training Operations Manager at GenSpark, where I coordinate large-scale training initiatives and serve as a liaison between clients, consultants, and internal teams. I manage everything from onboarding and upskilling to consultant performance tracking and client relationship development to ensure our programs deliver impact at every level.

For every cohort, I focus on keeping the program moving forward, from managing logistics and tracking outcomes to supporting trainers and ensuring you have the resources you need to succeed.

Outside of work, I’m usually organizing something in a spreadsheet or spending time with my wife and 6-year-old Siberian Husky, Ace.

Sukhvinder Singh

Building Future-Ready Talent Through Practical AI & Cloud Training

Hello,

I’m a seasoned IT professional with over 15 years of experience in training and mentoring across a wide spectrum of technologies. Currently, I serve as a Senior Manager - Mentoring & Technology at Genspark (Pyramid Consulting), GA, USA, where I specialize in shaping future-ready talent in cutting-edge domains like cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and automation.

With certifications in Google Cloud and strong expertise in programming, web technologies, network security, and DevOps, I’ve now expanded my focus to the transformative domain of Generative AI—a field revolutionizing how we build intelligent, creative, and automated solutions.

In this training, we’ll explore the foundations and practical applications of GenAI, including prompt engineering, fine-tuning, use cases in automation/testing, and integration with different tools. Whether you're a tester, developer, or aspiring AI enthusiast, you’ll gain the skills needed to leverage GenAI in real-world projects.

Let’s dive in and unlock the potential of Generative AI in software testing and automation. Looking forward to an engaging and insightful learning journey with you all!

Adam Ingram

Director of Technical Training & Development | Building Tomorrow’s Tech Workforce

I’m the Director of Technical Training & Development at GenSpark, where I design and lead large-scale training programs that connect academic learning with real-world industry needs.

I’m passionate about building talent and driving workforce innovation. Over the years, I’ve developed and deployed nationwide programs across technologies like Mainframe, RPG, Oracle EBS, Guidewire, Cybersecurity, and Generative AI.

My focus is on creating immersive “Hire-Train-Deploy” models that help entry- and mid-level professionals accelerate into meaningful roles with top enterprise clients. I combine technical training, leadership development, and hands-on learning design to prepare learners for long-term success in the tech industry.

When I’m not building the next generation of tech talent, you’ll usually find me traveling with my family, exploring the outdoors in our Grand Design Momentum RV, or creating new and engaging educational content.

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