Overview of the Program

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is crucial for various office roles, including Administration, Personal Assistance, Sales, Finance, and Bookkeeping. Many employers assess the Excel skills of potential hires, often preferring candidates who demonstrate at least a proficient level. If you're looking to enhance your Excel skills, we offer a suitable training course for you.

Delivery Method

The training sessions are conducted in a face-to-face format at our educational facility located in Ealing. These sessions are led by Microsoft-certified experts who possess substantial experience in instructing students on MS Office applications.

Topics Covered in the Beginner Microsoft Excel Course

• Introduction to Excel:
Participants will embark on a journey to familiarize themselves with the fundamental aspects of Excel, gaining insights into the software's interface, basic functionalities, and key features.

• Excel Formatting Techniques:
Delve into the art of formatting in Excel, learning how to present data professionally. This segment covers cell formatting, text alignment, and various styling options to enhance the visual appeal of spreadsheets.

• Mastering Formulas:
Unlock the power of Excel's formulaic capabilities. Participants will learn to create and manipulate formulas, enabling them to perform calculations, analyze data, and automate complex tasks.

• Effective Table Utilisation:
Navigate the world of tables in Excel, understanding how to efficiently organize and manage data. Explore the benefits of structured tables and their role in enhancing data manipulation.

• Optimising Printing in Excel:
Learn the nuances of printing in Excel, ensuring that participants can produce polished and well-organized documents. Topics include page layout, print settings, and strategies for presenting data effectively on paper.

• Efficiency Building - Shortcuts and Tips:
Boost productivity with a focus on Excel shortcuts and efficiency tips. Discover time-saving techniques, keyboard shortcuts, and workflow optimizations to expedite common tasks and streamline data handling.

• Chart Creation Mastery:
Dive into the world of charts, understanding how to visualize data effectively. Participants will explore various chart types, customization options, and best practices for creating compelling and insightful visual representations.

• Incorporating Graphics and Illustrations:
Elevate Excel presentations by incorporating graphics and illustrations. This section explores the integration of images, shapes, and other visual elements to enhance the overall aesthetics and communicative power of spreadsheets.

Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and real-world examples will reinforce each topic, ensuring that learners not only grasp theoretical concepts but also gain practical skills that can be immediately applied in their professional or academic endeavors.

Study Options

Choose the number of days per week you wish to study (lessons are 3 hours per day for all options):

• 5 days per week
• 3 days per week
• 2 days per week

Dates and Duration

The course is flexible. You can start on any Monday and study for as many weeks as you wish. We however recommend a minimum of 3 to 6 months to see a marked improvement in proficiency.

Requirements

The beginner’s level of this course can be started with no previous qualifications. You can choose to move on to our Microsoft Excel Intermediate Course if you find the beginner level too easy.

Course Benefits

• A training program designed and delivered by qualified and experienced Microsoft Application professionals
• A Certificate of Achievement on successful completion
• Blended learning environment
• Flexible study options

Overview of the Program

The intermediate-level Microsoft Excel course is tailored for individuals with prior Excel experience seeking to deepen their proficiency. This course focuses on advancing skills in formatting, organising data, highlighting critical information, and establishing formulas and links between different sheets. Participants will refine their understanding of these features, gaining the expertise needed to create more sophisticated and interconnected Excel spreadsheets. This course is ideal for those aiming to enhance their data management and analysis capabilities, taking their Excel proficiency to the next level.

Delivery Method

The training sessions are conducted in a face-to-face format at our educational facility located in Ealing. These sessions are led by Microsoft-certified experts who possess substantial experience in instructing students on MS Office applications.

Topics Covered in the Intermediate Microsoft Excel Course

• Creating and Customising Charts:
Dive into the world of data visualization by mastering the creation and customization of charts. Explore various chart types, modify chart elements, and enhance the visual representation of your data.

• Managing Tables:
Learn to create and efficiently manage tables for better data organization. Understand the tools and features available for tables, enabling seamless manipulation and analysis.

• Presenting and Sorting Data in Tables:
Acquire techniques to present and sort data effectively within tables, ensuring clarity and ease of understanding. Explore strategies for highlighting key information and improving overall table aesthetics.

• Automatic Calculations and Filtering:
Harness the power of automatic calculations within tables and delve into advanced filtering options. Learn to filter based on criteria ranges, handle blank cells, and identify duplicates in your data.

• Advanced Filtering and Statistics:
Extend your data analysis capabilities with advanced filtering techniques and statistical insights. Explore criteria range applications, copy rows filtered by criteria, and gain a deeper understanding of data patterns.

• Manipulating Cell Contents:
Discover advanced methods for displaying multiple lines of data in a single cell. Explore absolute references in formulas and techniques for copying values, linking cells, and transposing data.

• Sheet Management:
Navigate Excel sheets with finesse. Learn to move, copy, hide sheets, and efficiently manage various aspects of sheet organization.

• Objects and Formatting Mastery:
Gain expertise in formatting chart items, modifying text elements, managing legends, plot areas, data series, and chart axes. Explore the creation and application of chart templates for consistent and professional presentations.

• Sparklines and Drawing Tools:
Create and manage sparklines for quick visual data analysis. Master the modification of text boxes and drawing tools, including rotation, alignment, stacking, and grouping of objects.

• Conditional Formatting and Validation:
Apply and manage conditional formats to highlight specific data trends. Understand validation criteria and techniques for creating custom formats to enhance data accuracy.

• Data Conversion and Series Creation:
Learn to convert and manipulate data effectively. Explore the creation of data series for streamlined data representation and analysis.

• Functionality with Cell Ranges:
Utilise cell ranges in functions to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of your calculations.

• Data Summarisation and Comments:
Summarize data with outlining techniques and attach comments to cells for improved collaboration and communication.

• Calculations with Copied Values:
Discover how to calculate with copied values, ensuring accurate and dynamic data processing.

This comprehensive exploration of Excel features empowers learners to elevate their data manipulation, analysis, and presentation skills, providing a solid foundation for advanced spreadsheet proficiency.

Study Options

Choose the number of days per week you wish to study (lessons are 3 hours per day for all options):

• 5 days per week
• 3 days per week
• 2 days per week

Dates and Duration

The course is flexible. You can start on any Monday and study for as many weeks as you wish. We however recommend a minimum of 3 to 6 months to gain see a marked improvement in proficiency.

Requirements

Enrollment in the intermediate level of this course does not require any prior qualifications. However, it is essential to possess a foundational understanding of Excel at the beginner level. If you lack this skill level, we recommend taking the Beginner Excel Course to acquire the necessary proficiency.

Course Benefits

By completing the Microsoft Excel Intermediate course, you'll gain the following advantages:

• Certificate of Achievement:
Receive an official Certificate of Achievement upon course completion, attesting to your proficiency in Microsoft Excel at the intermediate level.

• CV Enhancement:
Bolster your CV with a recognized qualification, making you a more appealing candidate to prospective employers.

• Career Advancement:
Position yourself as a stronger contender in the job market and interviews by showcasing your intermediate-level Excel skills.

• Boosted Confidence:
Develop confidence in your Excel abilities, allowing you to handle tasks with assurance and proficiency.

• Enhanced Efficiency:
Acquire the skills to navigate Excel swiftly, resulting in increased productivity.

• Professional Competence:
Attain a user-friendly command of the software, equipping you with the tools to excel in your professional endeavors.

Completing this course equips you with a valuable skill set that not only enhances your CV but also empowers you to effectively utilise Microsoft Excel for personal and professional tasks.

Overview of the Program

Designed for learners who already possess a proficient grasp of Excel's fundamental concepts, this course is structured to propel them into the realm of advanced functionalities. It covers complex features, intricate functions, and advanced techniques, offering an opportunity to enhance skills and proficiency in leveraging Excel for intricate data manipulation and analysis. Whether you're seeking to refine your spreadsheet capabilities for professional development or specific project requirements, this course provides a tailored pathway to mastering the most sophisticated aspects of Microsoft Excel.

Delivery Method

The training sessions are conducted in a face-to-face format at our educational facility located in Ealing. These sessions are led by Microsoft-certified experts who possess substantial experience in instructing students on MS Office applications.

Topics Covered in the Advanced Microsoft Excel Course

• Pivot Tables and Charts Proficiency:
Delve into the mastery of Pivot Tables and Charts, acquiring the skills to analyze and visualize complex datasets with precision and efficiency.

• Advanced Formulas Exploration (Lookup, Date Functions):
Explore the intricacies of advanced formulas, focusing on Lookup functions and Date Functions, enabling participants to perform sophisticated data retrieval and manipulation tasks.

• Logical Functions: IF, AND, and OR:
Understand and implement logical functions such as IF, AND, and OR, gaining control over decision-making processes and enhancing data analysis capabilities.

• Complex Formulas: Nested, Arrays, and Conditions:
Venture into the world of complex formulas with an in-depth exploration of Nested, Arrays, and Conditions Formulas, empowering participants to handle intricate data scenarios.

• Advanced Functions Toolbox: Scenarios, Goal Seek, and Beyond:
Expand your functional toolkit with advanced features including Scenarios, Goal Seek, and other sophisticated functions, enabling participants to tackle complex problem-solving and analysis.

• Auditing and Error Checking Mastery:
Develop expertise in auditing and error-checking techniques, ensuring data accuracy and integrity in complex Excel workbooks.

• Templates and Themes Application:
Explore the creation and application of templates and themes, streamlining the process of producing professional and visually cohesive Excel documents.

• Workbook Protection Strategies:
Learn effective strategies for protecting workbooks, safeguarding sensitive data, and controlling access to critical information within Excel.

• Collaborative Workbook Sharing Techniques:
Gain insights into sharing workbooks collaboratively, understanding the nuances of collaborative editing and enhancing teamwork in Excel.

This comprehensive course ensures that learners emerge with a nuanced understanding and practical mastery of advanced Excel features, enhancing their capabilities in both professional and analytical contexts.

Study Options

Choose the number of days per week you wish to study (lessons are 3 hours per day for all options):

• 5 days per week
• 3 days per week
• 2 days per week

Dates and Duration

The course is flexible. You can start on any Monday and study for as many weeks as you wish. We however recommend a minimum of 3 to 6 months to gain see a marked improvement in proficiency.

Requirements

To enroll in the Advanced Microsoft Excel Course, it is essential to possess an Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Excel. If you currently lack this skill level, we recommend considering enrollment in the Intermediate Microsoft Excel Course to acquire the necessary expertise before progressing to the advanced level.

Course Benefits

Completing the Advanced Microsoft Excel Course offers a multitude of advantages:

• Certificate of Achievement:
Attain an official Certificate of Achievement at the Advanced level, validating your advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• CV Enhancement:
Elevate your CV with a recognized qualification, bolstering your appeal to potential employers.

• Career Advancement:
Sharpen your competitive edge in the job market and interviews by showcasing your advanced Excel skills.

• Enhanced Confidence:
Develop a strong sense of confidence in your ability to navigate and utilize Excel's advanced features.

• Increased Efficiency:
Acquire the skills to swiftly perform tasks, boosting your productivity.

• Professional Competence:
Gain a user-friendly mastery of the software, making you a proficient and effective professional.

By completing this course, you will not only solidify your Excel skills but also set yourself apart as an advanced user, well-equipped to excel in various professional scenarios.