Microsoft Excel Essentials – 1 day
1 Day | Class based & Online
Master the core skills needed to confidently use Microsoft Excel, the world’s leading spreadsheet and data management tool. This hands-on course introduces participants to the fundamentals of data entry, editing, and navigation within Excel. Learn how to format and present data professionally, create charts to visualise information clearly, and apply formulas and functions to perform essential calculations. Designed for beginners or those seeking to strengthen their foundational skills, this course will build your confidence to use Excel efficiently and effectively in any professional setting.
Content:
- Getting Started with Excel
Understand Excel’s interface, ribbons, and navigation tools to work confidently in a new or existing workbook. - Creating and Managing Workbooks
Learn how to create, open, save, and organise workbooks for efficient file management and collaboration. - Working with Worksheets and Data Entry
Build and structure worksheets effectively, enter and edit data accurately, and manage multiple sheets with ease. - Selecting, Moving, and Copying Data
Master techniques for selecting ranges, moving information within a sheet, and copying data efficiently. - Using Fill and Paste Options
Automate repetitive data entry with fill tools and apply advanced paste options for precise data manipulation. - Applying Professional Formatting
Enhance readability and consistency through font styling, cell alignment, and row, column, and number formatting. - Creating and Managing Formulas
Develop reliable calculations using formulas and understand the importance of absolute and relative referencing. - Working with Essential Functions
Use key Excel functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, and COUNT to perform common business calculations. - Creating Charts and Visualising Data
Transform raw data into clear, compelling charts that highlight trends and support informed decision-making. - Preparing and Printing Professional Spreadsheets
Control page layout, set print areas, and produce high-quality, well-formatted printed reports.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this Microsoft Excel Essentials course participants will be able to:
- Create and manage Excel workbooks and worksheets with confidence, ensuring information is well-organised and accessible.
- Navigate and structure spreadsheets efficiently, using key Excel tools to streamline workflow and improve productivity.
- Apply time-saving features such as AutoSum and AutoFill to accelerate routine data entry and calculations.
- Build and edit basic formulas to perform accurate calculations and automate everyday tasks.
- Format data and worksheets professionally to enhance readability, consistency, and presentation quality.
- Design and customise basic charts to visually communicate data insights and support informed business decisions.
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