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There are 4 modules in this course
Learners will be able to apply core Excel operations, construct formulas and functions, analyze datasets with PivotTables, and visualize results using charts while troubleshooting common errors. By completing this course, participants will build the confidence to manage data effectively, automate decision-making, and present insights professionally.
This comprehensive beginner-friendly program starts with navigating Excel’s interface, worksheets, and file management. Learners then advance into formatting basics and custom styles before mastering essential formulas, logical functions, and conditional calculations. The course further explores advanced data management tools such as tables, filtering, freezing panes, and page layouts, culminating with PivotTables, interactive charts, and error handling strategies.
What makes this course unique is its practical, step-by-step approach, guiding learners from foundational skills to real-world applications. With structured lessons, hands-on examples, and scenario-based exercises, learners not only gain theoretical knowledge but also develop job-ready Excel skills. Whether for academic projects, business reporting, or career advancement, this course provides a strong foundation in Excel for data-driven decision-making.
This module introduces learners to the foundational aspects of Microsoft Excel, guiding them through the interface, startup screen, Ribbon, worksheets, cells, and file management essentials. By the end of this module, learners will be able to confidently navigate Excel’s workspace, understand its key features, and perform basic worksheet operations to build a strong foundation for advanced Excel skills.
What's included
6 videos3 assignments
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6 videos•Total 14 minutes
Accessing MS Excel•3 minutes
MS Excel Startup Screen•2 minutes
Understanding the Ribbon•3 minutes
Cells in Excel•1 minute
Worksheet Essentials•3 minutes
Saving the File•1 minute
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Exploring the Interface•10 minutes
Working with Worksheets•10 minutes
Graded - Getting Started with Excel•30 minutes
Formatting & Customization
Module 2•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module explores how to enhance the readability and professionalism of Excel workbooks through formatting techniques. Learners will discover how to apply basic formatting to cells, create reusable custom styles, and implement advanced number and data formatting to display values, dates, and times in flexible, user-friendly ways. By mastering these skills, learners will be able to present data clearly, maintain consistency across worksheets, and adapt Excel’s formatting features for real-world business scenarios.
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5 videos3 assignments
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5 videos•Total 57 minutes
Formatting Cells•14 minutes
Custom Cell Styles•6 minutes
Custom Number Formatting in Excel•12 minutes
More on Custom Number Formatting•11 minutes
Custom Formats of Data•14 minutes
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Formatting Basics•10 minutes
Advanced Formatting•10 minutes
Graded - Formatting & Customization•30 minutes
Formulas & Functions
Module 3•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module provides learners with the essential skills to perform calculations and apply logic within Microsoft Excel. Starting with mathematical operations and the BEDMAS rule, learners progress to building conditional logic using the IF function and then explore a wide range of essential functions such as COUNT, SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, and conditional variations like COUNTIF, AVERAGEIFS, and MINIFS. By mastering these tools, learners will be able to automate decision-making, analyze data accurately, and streamline complex calculations for business and personal use.
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14 videos4 assignments
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14 videos•Total 138 minutes
The BEDMAS Order of Mathematical Operations•9 minutes
Mathematical Operations without Functions•10 minutes
Mathematical Operations without Functions Continued•12 minutes
IF Function•11 minutes
More on IF Function•8 minutes
Importing Data and Calculations•11 minutes
Working with the Count Function•13 minutes
Conditional Counts - Count IF Function•5 minutes
Working with the Sum Function•14 minutes
Finding the Average•11 minutes
Conditional Average - Average IFS Function•9 minutes
Finding the Maximum Value Using the MAX Function•9 minutes
Finding the Minimum Value Using the MINFS Function•8 minutes
Determining Proportions and Updating a Calculation•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Mathematical Foundations•10 minutes
Logical & Conditional Functions•10 minutes
Essential Functions•10 minutes
Graded - Formulas & Functions•30 minutes
Data Management & Visualization
Module 4•5 hours to complete
Module details
This module equips learners with advanced Excel skills for managing, analyzing, and presenting data effectively. Learners will explore tools such as conditional formatting, tables, filtering, freezing panes, and printing layouts to organize large datasets. The module also covers PivotTables and chart types—including column, bar, line, pie, and map charts—for interactive analysis and clear visualization. Finally, learners will gain the ability to troubleshoot common Excel errors, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in professional reporting and data-driven decision-making.
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17 videos4 assignments
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17 videos•Total 184 minutes
Conditional Formatting•18 minutes
More on Conditional Formatting•8 minutes
Working with Tables•13 minutes
Formatting Table•14 minutes
Filtering and Sorting of Data•10 minutes
Freeze and Split•11 minutes
Printing and Layouts in Excel•10 minutes
Pivot Tables•8 minutes
Creating Custom Tables•9 minutes
Organizing Pivot Tables•9 minutes
Column Chart•11 minutes
Bar Chart•8 minutes
Line Chart•14 minutes
Pie Chart•10 minutes
Map Chart•7 minutes
Common Errors in Excel•11 minutes
More on Common Errors•14 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Organizing & Managing Data•10 minutes
Pivot Tables & Charts•10 minutes
Troubleshooting in Excel•10 minutes
Graded - Data Management & Visualization•30 minutes
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