Code Nation

29/09/2026

Lots of organisations are investing in AI. But are they investing in the people expected to use it?

A new Learning and Work Institute report highlights growing demand for skills alongside falling employer investment in training.

Buying the technology is the easy bit.

The real challenge is helping people use AI confidently, responsibly and productively in their roles.

That could mean using Copilot to save time, helping teams identify where AI can improve processes, or building the confidence to know when not to use it.

AI adoption and workforce development need to happen together.

At Code Nation, we provide AI training for leaders, managers and end users, helping organisations identify practical opportunities, establish effective governance and build the skills needed to turn AI investment into real impact.

Read the full Learning and Work Institute report:
https://zurl.co/e0t5j

Employers are investing less in training and training is getting shorter, holding back productivity. The reasons for this differ by sector depending on the nature of product and labour markets, firm characteristics, and institutions. To change this, we need to raise skills demand by supporting econo...

24/09/2026

📊 Your business already has the data. Are you getting enough from it?

Data is only valuable when you can turn it into information people can actually understand, and use to make better decisions.

Our Microsoft certified 'Prepare and Visualise Data with Microsoft Power BI' course gives business users the practical skills to turn data into clear, interactive and insight driven reports.

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Connect data from multiple sources
✅ Prepare and transform data using Power Query
✅ Build effective data models
✅ Create interactive Power BI reports and visuals
✅ Use Copilot to support the report development process

1 day | Live virtual | Instructor-led

📅 13th or 21st October 2026
💷 £395 + VAT

Ideal for business users and professionals looking to make better use of the data they already have.

To find out more or register contact: [email protected]

22/09/2026

"The talent you’re missing isn’t always outside, sometimes it’s already inside."

Many businesses assume tech talent means “hire externally”, but what if the next software developer or data analyst is already working for you?

Using our attriDNA platform, Code Nation helps organisations discover internal candidates who have the attributes to excel in digital roles, saving time, money and making your workforce more inclusive.

Find out more or arrange a demo: [email protected]

21/09/2026

Already using Microsoft 365 Copilot? You could be getting much more from it.

Our MS-4022: Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot in Copilot Studio course shows you how to build your own AI agents tailored to your business.

In just 1 day, learn how to:

🔹 Build low-code AI agents using your own business knowledge
🔹 Create specialised assistants for HR, Sales, Finance, Marketing and more
🔹 Add actions so agents can carry out tasks, not just answer questions
🔹 Extend Copilot’s capabilities using Copilot Studio

Think HR, Sales, Customer Service, Finance, Marketing or Admin - create AI assistants designed around the way your organisation actually works.

📅 28th September 2026
💻 Live | Virtual | Instructor-led
💰 £395 + VAT

Get more value from the Copilot licence you already have.

📩 To explore or register contact [email protected]

16/09/2026

🖥️ What could your team achieve with Microsoft 365 Copilot?

Copilot is already built into the tools many businesses use every day. The opportunity is knowing how to use it effectively.

Our MS-4004: Empower Your Workforce with Microsoft 365 Copilot course shows business users how to use Copilot to work smarter, save time and improve everyday productivity.

In just 1 day, learn how to:

🔹 Summarise information, meetings and conversations
🔹 Create content faster in Word and PowerPoint
🔹 Work more effectively with data in Excel
🔹 Improve communication in Outlook and Teams
🔹 Apply Copilot to real business scenarios
🔹 Get better results through practical prompting

Ideal for Leadership, Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT, HR, Operations, Customer Service and Legal teams.

📅 22nd & 30th September 2026
💻 Live | Virtual | Instructor-led
💰 £350 + VAT

📩 For more information or to register contact [email protected]

15/09/2026

Already using Microsoft 365 Copilot? You could be getting much more from it.

Our MS-4022: Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot in Copilot Studio course shows you how to build your own AI agents tailored to your business.

In just 1 day, learn how to:

🔹 Build low-code AI agents using your own business knowledge
🔹 Create specialised assistants for HR, Sales, Finance, Marketing and more
🔹 Add actions so agents can carry out tasks, not just answer questions
🔹 Extend Copilot’s capabilities using Copilot Studio

Think HR, Sales, Customer Service, Finance, Marketing or Admin - create AI assistants designed around the way your organisation actually works.

📅 23rd & 28th September 2026
💻 Live | Virtual | Instructor-led
💰 £395 + VAT

Get more value from the Copilot licence you already have.

📩 To explore or register contact [email protected]

15/09/2026

💻 What does good tech education really look like?

It’s not just about what’s on the curriculum. It’s about making technology accessible, building confidence and giving people the skills to take their next step.

We’re delighted to welcome Claire Wicher as our new Tech Delivery Lead at Code Nation.

With experience across education, digital skills and community programmes, Claire has designed and delivered everything from first steps into coding to accredited tech training.

“Good tech education isn’t just about what we teach, but how we teach it, and whether it genuinely helps people move forward.

I’m particularly interested in creating routes into tech for people who might never have considered it, giving them the skills, confidence and opportunities to progress.”

Claire will lead delivery of our Adult Skills Fund programme across Greater Manchester, helping adults develop the digital skills, confidence and qualifications to take their first steps towards a career in tech.

Welcome to the team, Claire👋

Interested in our funded digital skills programmes? Get in touch: [email protected]

09/09/2026

💻🧠Thinking about a career in tech?

You don't need to be a tech expert, or have a degree to get started.

The latest blog from our Tech Delivery Lead explores why a Level 2 qualification could be the perfect first step, helping you build practical digital skills, confidence and a recognised qualification to move towards a career in tech.

What's more if you live in Greater Manchester you may be eligible for fully funded training.

👉 Read the blog:
https://zurl.co/PNhSG

And if you're ready to take that first step, speak to our Admissions Team today: [email protected]

08/09/2026

Quick Tuesday question: How would you rate your team's Microsoft skills?

🟢 Advanced – we're getting real value from our tools
🟠 Competent – we use them, but probably not to their full potential
🔴 Basic – we're still relying on workarounds and manual processes
⚫ "Ask Dave" – there's one person who knows how everything works 😂

If your answer is not Advanced, then you might have a training need......

Code Nation has a range of Microsoft certified courses, which can be tailored to your business needs, all delivered by experienced Microsoft Certified Trainers.

Have a chat with us today and explore how we can support you to maximise your Microsoft investment: [email protected]

07/09/2026

“But we already have Microsoft…”

We hear this a lot.

And it's true. Many organisations already have access to a huge range of Microsoft tools.

Microsoft 365. Teams. SharePoint. Power BI. Azure. Copilot.

But having the technology and getting value from it are two very different things.

If your teams are still:
📊 Manually creating reports
📁 Searching endlessly for documents
✉️ Spending hours on repetitive admin
📈 Struggling to turn data into useful insight
🤖 Unsure how (or when) to use AI

…the answer might not be another piece of software. It might be better use of the technology you already have.

At Code Nation, we deliver Microsoft accredited training that can be tailored to your organisation, your technology and the way your teams actually work.

👉 Explore Microsoft training: https://zurl.co/Vi732