Excel for Everyone: Core Foundations

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This introductory Excel course will equip you with a strong foundational knowledge of Excel to organize, analyze and work with data. You will develop essential Excel skills, such as simple data wrangling and managing spreadsheets, along with a foundational understanding of business data analysis.

The course is designed for those with little or no functional knowledge of Excel, as well as those who regularly use Excel at a basic level, but wish to enhance their skills. From basic operations to an introduction to more advanced techniques, within six weeks you'll gain the confidence to navigate the Excel interface, master essential spreadsheet functions, perform calculations and produce creative charts and graphs from your data, while building an aptitude for data analysis that is critical to the success of any organization.

What you will learn

• Excel fundamentals.
• Data entry and editing using various formats.
• Performing calculations using formulas and functions.
• How to format and optimize spreadsheets.
• How to manage spreadsheets using Filter and sort table data capabilities.
• Previewing and printing.
• Effective data visualization using basic charts.

Skills you learn

• Management
• Data Wrangling
• Data Analysis
• Spreadsheets
• Operations

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"Excel for Everyone: Core Foundations" is a comprehensive course designed to provide a robust grounding in Excel, tailored for beginners and those looking to elevate their basic skills. Offered by edX, this course falls under the IT & Computer Science domain and aims to empower learners with the ability to organize, analyze, and manage data effectively. Over the span of six weeks, participants will learn essential Excel techniques, including data wrangling, spreadsheet management, and introductory business data analysis. The curriculum covers everything from navigating the Excel interface to performing calculations and creating visually appealing charts and graphs, ensuring that learners gain the confidence and competence needed for data analysis in any organizational setting. Ideal for individuals with little to no prior experience with Excel, as well as those who use it at a basic level and seek to improve, this foundational course offers flexible subscription options through a professional plan, making it accessible and beneficial for anyone aiming to enhance their Excel proficiency. Join this course to build a crucial skill set that can significantly contribute to your professional success.