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    Learn Microsoft Excel for data analysis and visualization. Understand how to use Excel functions, formulas, and charts for managing data.

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Excel Formulas, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, User Story, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Data Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visio, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Quality Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Power BI, Project Management Life Cycle, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Business Analysis, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      895 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Use Lookup Reference Math and Text Functions in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      446 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, ChatGPT, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Presentations, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Integration, Productivity Software, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Business Intelligence, Productivity Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      416 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Power BI, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Excel Macros, Infographics, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Data Warehousing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Productivity Software, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Pivot Tables And Charts, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling, Microsoft 365, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Loans, Cash Flows

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Mathematics, Power BI, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Transformation, Timelines, Data Cleansing, Data Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Proofreading, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Presentations, Writing, Editing, Microsoft Excel

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Data Skills for Excel Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Star Schema, Spreadsheet Software, Data Transformation, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Exploratory Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Modeling, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Simple Gantt Chart using Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Entry, Dashboard, Scheduling, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular microsoft excel courses

    • Microsoft Business Analyst: Microsoft
    • How to Use Lookup Reference Math and Text Functions in Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University
    • Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis: Macquarie University
    • Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization: Macquarie University
    • A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass: Illinois Tech
    • Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
    • Data Skills for Excel Professionals: Corporate Finance Institute

    Frequently Asked Questions about Microsoft Excel

    Learning Microsoft Excel can be vital for career advancement, data analysis, or personal finance management. Regular practice with Excel’s features and formulas is key. Join communities like Excel user forums or LinkedIn Learning groups for tips and troubleshooting. Work on real projects by creating and maintaining spreadsheets. Excel Skills for Business Specialization by Macquarie University on Coursera develops a strong foundation in Excel’s functionalities.‎

    Coursera's Microsoft Excel courses offer learners essential skills to enhance their skills for this powerful tool:

    • Fundamental and advanced Excel functions and formulas
    • Data organization, analysis, and visualization techniques
    • Use of pivot tables and charts to summarize and interpret data
    • Application of conditional formatting to enhance data presentation
    • Automation of tasks with macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
    • Integration of Excel with other tools and services for comprehensive data analysis‎

    Microsoft Excel courses on Coursera cater to learners of all skill levels:

    • Beginners can start with courses that introduce the basic functionalities of Excel.
    • Those with some familiarity with Excel can advance their skills in data analysis and visualization.
    • Advanced users can focus on automation, complex functions, and integration techniques to maximize Excel’s capabilities.‎

    Upon completing Microsoft Excel courses on Coursera, learners can earn credentials that may support their professional development:

    • Professional certificates that showcase your proficiency in Excel
    • Specializations that deepen your understanding of specific features or applications of Excel in business contexts
    • Certificates that can potentially be recognized by employers as evidence of your expertise in data management and analysis‎

    Proficiency in Excel is valuable across a wide range of roles and industries:

    • Data Analyst, utilizing Excel to extract insights and inform business decisions
    • Financial Analyst, using Excel for financial modeling and forecasting
    • Administrative Assistant, employing Excel for daily data management and reporting
    • Project Manager, leveraging Excel for project tracking and resource allocation
    • Marketing Analyst, analyzing campaign data and performance metrics in Excel‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including Microsoft Excel. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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