Microsoft Excel Course Outline

Module 1: Navigation of the Excel Interface

  • Understanding the Excel Start Screen
  • Excel Tab Interface
  • Introduction to Microsoft Excel
  • Excel Workbook Screen
  • Ribbon
  • Name Box
  • Formula Bar
  • Worksheet Tab
  • Understanding the Backstage View
  • Accessing the Backstage View
  • Understanding Dialog Boxes
  • Launching Dialog Boxes
  • Understanding Quick Access Toolbar
  • Changing the Location of the Bar
  • Understanding the Status Bar

Module 2: Use of Lists and Tables

  • Understanding Lists
  • Applying a Filter
  • Clearing a Filter
  • Performing an Alphabetical Sort
  • Performing a Numerical Sort
  • Creating a Table
  • Inserting or Deleting Table Records
  • Removing Duplicates
  • Modifying a Table
  • Sorting Data in a Table
  • Naming Tables
  • Resizing Tables
  • Converting a Table to a Range
  • Deleting a Table

Module 3: Conditional Formatting

  • Understanding Conditional Formatting
  • Highlighting Cells Containing Values
  • Highlighting Cells Containing Text
  • Highlighting Duplicate Values
  • Using Top and Bottom Rules
  • Using Data Bars
  • Using Colour Scales
  • Using Icon Sets
  • Creating Custom Rules
  • Conditional Formatting Rules Manager
  • Clearing Rules

Module 4: Using Formulas and Creating Pivot Tables

  • Using Sparklines
  • Using Formulas in Excel
  • Exploring Excel Functions
  • Insert Function Button
  • Working with Names and Ranges
  • AVERAGE Function
  • COUNT Function
  • Common Logical Functions
  • Using Formulas in Excel
  • IF Formulas
  • IFS Formulas

Module 5: Visualising Your Data

  • Creating and Formatting Charts
  • Create a PivotTable from an Excel Data List
  • Refresh Data/Change Data Source
  • Changing the Pivot Table Design
  • Creating and Modifying a Pivot Chart
  • VLOOKUP
  • HLOOKUP
  • XLOOKUP
  • Creating and Managing Drop-down Lists
  • Undo, Redo, and Repeat with Keystrokes

Module 6: Paste Special Techniques

  • Basic Use Cases for Paste Special
  • Transposing Data Using Paste Special
  • Applying Paste Special Operations to Improve Data Accuracy
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Who Should Attend this Microsoft Excel Course?

This Excel Course is suitable for professionals who use spreadsheets for data management, analysis, calculations, and reporting. It is ideal for those looking to develop practical Excel skills for everyday workplace tasks, including:

  • Administrative Professionals
  • Data Analysts
  • Business Analysts
  • Finance Professionals
  • Project Managers
  • Operations Professionals
  • Sales and Marketing Professionals
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

Prerequisites for the Microsoft Excel Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Microsoft Excel Course. However, a basic understanding of computers and common office tasks will help delegates follow the course more easily.

Microsoft Excel Course Overview

Microsoft Excel Course introduces delegates to essential spreadsheet tools used for organising, calculating, analysing, and presenting data. It covers Excel navigation, lists and tables, conditional formatting, formulas, functions, PivotTables, charts, lookups, drop-down lists, and Paste Special techniques.

Delegates develop skills in sorting and filtering data, applying formulas and functions, using conditional formatting, creating PivotTables and charts, and working with lookup functions such as VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP. They also learn to manage ranges, tables, and data-entry options more effectively.

This 1-Day course by The Knowledge Academy helps delegates apply essential Excel features to workplace tasks involving data organisation, calculations, analysis, and reporting. They will be better equipped interpret information, and present results clearly using relevant Excel tools.

Microsoft Excel Course Objectives

  • To navigate the Microsoft Excel interface and its key features
  • To manage data using lists, tables, sorting, and filtering
  • To apply conditional formatting and Paste Special techniques
  • To use formulas, functions, and lookup functions effectively
  • To create and manage PivotTables and PivotCharts
  • To visualise and present data using Excel charts and reporting tools

Learning Outcomes of this Microsoft Excel Course

Upon completing this Microsoft Excel Course in Ottawa, delegates will be able to manage, analyse, and present data using Microsoft Excel. They will also be able to perform calculations, organise datasets, summarise information, and present data clearly using relevant Excel features.

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What’s Included in this Microsoft Excel Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors 
  • Microsoft Excel Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack
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What is Microsoft Excel?

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application used to organise, calculate, analyse, and present data. It provides features such as formulas, functions, tables, charts, PivotTables, and data-management tools for a wide range of workplace tasks.

What is Microsoft Excel Training?

This Microsoft Excel Training provides structured learning on how to use Excel for managing, analysing, and presenting spreadsheet data. This training covers navigation, tables, formulas, functions, conditional formatting, PivotTables, charts, lookups, and other essential Excel features.

What are the benefits of taking this Microsoft Excel Training?

This Microsoft Excel Training helps delegates develop structured spreadsheet skills for organising data, performing calculations, analysing information, and presenting results. It also improves their understanding of formulas, functions, tables, PivotTables, charts, and lookup tools used in workplace tasks.

Is this Excel Course suitable for beginners?

Yes, this Excel Course is suitable for beginners who want to develop essential spreadsheet skills and understand core Excel features. It starts with Excel navigation before progressing to data management, formulas, PivotTables, charts, and lookup functions.

What is included in this Excel Course?

This Excel Course includes expert-led training sessions, structured course materials, and a Digital Delegate Pack to support the learning experience. Delegates also receive access to learning support throughout the training.

What is the duration of this Microsoft Excel Course?

This Microsoft Excel Course is delivered over 1 day. The training provides structured coverage of essential Excel features used for data organisation, calculations, analysis, and presentation.

Can I use the skills learned in this Excel Training for financial analysis?

Yes, the skills developed through this Excel Training can support common financial analysis tasks involving calculations, data organisation, formulas, lookup functions, PivotTables, and charts. However, this course does not specifically focus on advanced financial modelling or specialist financial analysis techniques.

Can I use Excel to analyse large datasets after completing this Microsoft Excel Course?

Yes, the skills developed through this Microsoft Excel Course can help delegates analyse larger spreadsheets using tables, filters, formulas, PivotTables, and lookup functions. The effectiveness of these tools will depend on the size and complexity of the dataset.

What kind of skills will I gain after completing this Excel Course?

After completing this Excel Course, delegates will develop skills in spreadsheet navigation, data organisation, sorting and filtering, formulas, functions, conditional formatting, and lookup functions. They will also learn to create PivotTables, PivotCharts, charts, and structured data-entry options.

Do you offer 24/7 support for this Microsoft Excel Training?

Yes, The Knowledge Academy provides 24/7 support to delegates throughout this Microsoft Excel Training. The support team can assist with course access, training-related queries, and general learning support before, during, and after the training.

Who should I contact if I am unable to access my Microsoft Excel Certification in Ottawa?

If you are unable to access your Microsoft Excel Certification Course, contact The Knowledge Academy's support team for assistance. The team can help with course access queries and provide guidance on the appropriate next steps.

Will I receive a certification after completing this Microsoft Excel Course?

Yes, delegates who successfully complete this Excel Course receive a course completion certificate from The Knowledge Academy. This certificate can support professional development by demonstrating structured learning and knowledge of essential Microsoft Excel skills.

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Microsoft Excel skills are valuable across roles that involve data management, reporting, calculations, analysis, and business operations. This Microsoft Excel Online Training Course can support broader career development by strengthening spreadsheet skills used across a wide range of professional functions.

Is this Excel Course suitable for employee training and workforce upskilling?

Yes, this Excel Course can support employee training and workforce upskilling by developing practical spreadsheet skills used across different business functions. Organisations can use the training to strengthen employees' understanding of data organisation, calculations, analysis, and presentation in Excel.

Will I learn how to use Excel for reporting and dashboards after completing this Excel Course?

Yes, this Excel Course develops skills in PivotTables, PivotCharts, charts, Sparklines, formulas, and data organisation tools that support reporting and dashboard-style data presentation. These features help delegates organise, summarise, and present information more clearly in Excel.

Why choose The Knowledge Academy in Ottawa over others?

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What is the cost/training fees for Microsoft Excel Course in Ottawa?

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