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    "I liked that the simulation focused on practical business applications of GenAI rather than theory alone. The tasks felt realistic and helped develop skills in prompt engineering, workflow design, executive communication, and quality control. I also appreciated the emphasis on accuracy, guardrails, and professional standards when using AI in operat..."-- Student from Academies Australasia Polytechnic
    "I liked how the simulation showed how GenAI can be used to automate real professional tasks. It helped me understand the difference between a simple prompt and a structured instruction set. I also found it useful to learn how adding guardrails and refining prompts can improve accuracy and consistency. The exercise felt practical because it focused..."-- Student from Indira University
    "It was very practical and easy to follow. I liked how it taught prompt engineering step by step using real business examples. The tasks helped me understand how to structure AI prompts, refine outputs, and think from an executive perspective."-- Student from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
    "I liked how realistic and structured the simulation was. It closely mirrored real-world business scenarios, especially in analyzing customer feedback and competitor insights. The tasks were practical and helped build skills in summarization, structured thinking, and executive communication. It was also engaging to work with different data sources a..."-- Student from University of Delhi
    "I like that the instructions for the tasks were clear and easy to understand. I like step by step approach that was taken."-- Student from University of Lancaster
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    AI in Action
    AI in Action

    Tasks in this program

    Intro & Scenario
    Meet your team members and learn about your project goals.
    Your role
    • You are a Business Operations Associate on the Portfolio Operations team at Vista Equity Partners. Your job is to support operational excellence by designing structured GenAI prompts, evaluating AI-generated outputs, and building repeatable AI-powered workflows that improve efficiency and deliver executive-ready insights across Vista’s portfolio companies.
    Your goal

    Your goal in this simulation is to develop and apply GenAI skills to tackle real operational problems using prompt engineering and workflow automation.

    • You’ll learn to write effective, structured prompts using Vista’s four-part model.
    • You’ll then apply those skills to design and optimize a GenAI-powered solution for a real business need.

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Vista Equity Partners. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced1-2 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntroductory

    Welcome to AI in Action: Prompt Engineering and Workflow Automation at Vista! We are thrilled to have you here.

    Vista Equity Partners is a global investment firm recognized for its focus on operational excellence, disciplined execution, and technology-enabled value creation. As a leader in using data and AI to drive business outcomes, Vista equips its teams with cutting-edge tools and practices that accelerate performance across its portfolio of software and technology companies.

    During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Business Operations Associate and complete tasks that replicate the work our Portfolio Operations team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in:

    • Prompt engineering using Vista’s 4-part method
    • Context-setting and critical evaluation of AI outputs
    • Designing repeatable GenAI workflows for professional tasks
    • Scaling AI solutions responsibly with guardrails and iteration

    We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Vista Equity Partners.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Prompt Engineering
    Contextual Understanding
    Analytical Thinking
    Quality Assurance
    Risk Assessment
    Strategic Thinking
    Business Acumen
    Information Summary
    AI Development

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Vista Equity Partners. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extracurricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 1-2 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Vista Equity Partners. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 1-2 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Vista Equity Partners. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    AI in Action

    Master GenAI skills that turn clarity into productivity and workflows into value

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