Unlock the power of Microsoft Excel with this self-paced course designed to take you from essential skills to advanced data analysis and automation. Whether you're building financial models, managing large datasets, or creating professional dashboards, this course equips you with the tools and techniques to maximize productivity in academic and professional settings.

You'll learn how to:

• Master core functions – apply VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and nested formulas for efficient data handling.
• Build interactive dashboards – use PivotTables, PivotCharts, and slicers to create dynamic reports.
• Automate workflows – streamline tasks with macros, Power Query, and an introduction to VBA.
• Clean and validate data – ensure accuracy with data validation, error-checking, and transformation techniques.
• Collaborate effectively – track changes, manage shared workbooks, and apply best practices for team-based projects.

This course integrates interactive simulations, real-world projects, and performance-based assessments to reinforce both technical skills and problem-solving.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

• Perform complex data analysis with confidence.
• Design dashboards and models to support decision-making.
• Automate repetitive tasks to save time and improve accuracy.
• Create professional reports aligned with business needs.
• Prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel certification and apply Excel skills in roles such as Data Analyst, Financial Specialist, or Business Manager.

Expectations: Complete weekly data analysis exercises, submit a capstone project (such as a financial model or business dashboard), and maintain an 80%+ average on proficiency quizzes.

This course provides the skills, experience, and certification readiness to excel in Excel and stand out in today's data-driven workplace.