SkillHer – ReAImagine Female Talent
Your future is not written in the stars, but in the cloud.
By 2030, we expect around 70% of job skills to change – and AI will be the most important accelerator (LinkedIn Work Change Report, January 2025). Technological skills are gaining importance faster than any other in almost all professional fields – especially AI, big data and cybersecurity.
This is precisely why it is more important today than ever to consciously invest in one's own competencies and skills.
AI is by no means an issue for IT experts: It is already changing entire industries today and opens up almost unlimited possibilities to make your professional and personal everyday life more productive, creative and effective.
Our "SkillHer in AI" program vision: ReAImagine Female Talent
The mission of "SkillHer in AI" is to empower women to actively advance their career potential through the use of new technologies such as AI – regardless of their professional background or previous experience with AI.
Through our multi-level learning opportunities, we want to enable you to gain sought-after qualifications, competencies and skills in AI and to be inspired by a strong network of women.
…and best of all, the program is completely free of charge for you and you can get started right away.
Online Learning Journey
Start your learning journey today with our online learning plans for beginners and advanced learners. Successfully complete the AI Fluency or AI Mastery Track by May 19, 2026 and receive your digital badge: a proof of your skills and commitment!
AI Fluency Track
AI basics powered by Microsoft & Founderz
In the AI Fluency Track, you will quickly build up the most important AI basics, get to know real practical examples and use AI responsibly with clear prompts. You'll strengthen your cybersecurity and data analytics skills – and develop your leadership skills at the same time, supported by mentors who will guide you along the way.
AI Mastery Track
Create agents with Microsoft Copilot Studio
In the AI Mastery Track1 you will deepen your AI skills and learn how to use Microsoft Copilot Studio to build, structure and develop your own agents step by step in order to integrate them into existing workflows. Optionally, you'll get insights into how to give your agents additional, autonomous abilities.
Apply your skills
Microsoft Applied Skills in AI
Here you can apply your knowledge after completing the tracks. Earning a Microsoft Applied Skills certificate demonstrates your AI competency in a scenario-based environment. This track is optional and you can start it at any time after the program.
[1] In order to experience the learning path in practice in addition to theoretical knowledge, a Copilot Studio license or a trial version is required. The trial can only be created with a work or school account.
Connect with the community
Building on our online learning plans, we offer you the opportunity to become part of our strong SkillHer community . Experience exciting live-online technical trainings, be inspired by our ReAImagine Talks and exchange ideas with like-minded women.
Kick-off event on March 17, 2026
On March 17, 2026 from 11:00-12:30 AM, our "SkillHer in AI Kick-off Event" will take place online. Get to know the Microsoft SkillHer team, ask your questions and be inspired by top-class speakers Virginia Thrun, Dr. Rebekka Reinhard and Anna Kopp!
These highlights await you
Get access to our exclusive Teams channel
Whether it's medicine, fashion or finance: Get access to exciting case studies, important program updates and session recordings in our private SkillHer Microsoft Teams channel.
If you participated in the SkillHer in AI kick-off, you will be automatically added to the group. If you are unable to attend, please send us an email.
Learn from MSFT AI experts in our Learning Sessions
Learn more from our Microsoft AI experts on the use of AI and deepen your learning. Our live-online workshops are tailored to the different levels of the tracks. Participation links will be announced on our Teams channel.
Secure your SkillHer in AI badge
Complete the AI Fluency or AI Mastery Track by May 19, 2026 and receive the SkillHer in AI Badge as confirmation – a testament to your skills and dedication!
The AI Mastery Track also offers the opportunity to earn two Applied Skills certificates – your door to new career opportunities.
Fill out this form by May 19, 2026!
Get inspired by our ReAImagine Talks
Learn from inspiring AI leaders and learn why AI skills are so important today. Look forward to: Johanna Ahrens, Virginia Thrun, Dr. Rebekka Reinhard & Lara Gervaise.
Details will be announced soon!
Network in our SkillHer LinkedIn Community
Our rapidly growing and already 1400+ strong SkillHer community offers you a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and network with like-minded AI, security and cloud enthusiasts.
Join the “SkillHer in AI” Closing Event
On May 19, 2026 from 11:00-12:30 AM, we will celebrate your learning success with other SkillHer participants and you will learn how you can further deepen and apply your new knowledge.
We look forward to seeing you!
Our planning team is always available at skillher@microsoft.com
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