Mastering Data Analysis with Excel

What Will You Learn?

• Navigate and utilize the Excel interface efficiently for data analysis tasks.
• Import, clean, and validate data from multiple sources including CSV, databases, and web.
• Apply professional data formatting and conditional formatting techniques.
• Write and use advanced Excel formulas including IF, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH.
• Build and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts for data summarization.
• Create professional, interactive dashboards with slicers and dynamic charts.
• Design KPI reports and business performance dashboards.
• Conduct real-world case studies in sales, HR, finance, and operations.
• Complete a full capstone project demonstrating end-to-end data analysis skills.

Requirements

• Basic computer literacy (using a keyboard, mouse, and file system).
• Access to Microsoft Excel 2016, 2019, 2021, or Microsoft 365.
• Basic understanding of numbers and percentages.
• Willingness to practice with real datasets throughout the course.

Audience

• University and college students in business, finance, economics, data science, or management.
• Working professionals seeking to advance their data analysis and reporting skills.
• Business analysts, financial analysts, and operations managers.
• HR professionals and marketing executives needing data-driven decision support.
• Entrepreneurs and small business owners managing their own data.
• Anyone looking to transition into a data analyst or business intelligence role.
• Administrative professionals responsible for organizational reporting.