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Microsoft Excel Course for Beginners : Key Skills in 2 Hours
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Microsoft Excel Course for Beginners : Key Skills in 2 Hours

Free Excel Course : Learn Excel Formulas, Logicals, VLOOKUP, Charting, Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, Sort and Filter
Created byRanjit Kate
Last updated 2/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Efficient Data Preparation – Learn to organize, clean, and structure Excel data using tables, remove duplicates, and text functions for accurate analysis.
  • Master Key Formulas – Gain proficiency in essential formulas like VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IF, SUMIF, CONCAT, TEXT, and DATE functions to automate calculations.
  • PivotTables & Data Analysis – Build dynamic PivotTables, apply sorting, filtering, and conditional formatting to summarize and extract insights from large data
  • Apply Formulas Practically – Use nested, logical, and lookup formulas in real-world business, finance, or operational scenarios.
  • Boost Productivity – Implement Excel tips, keyboard shortcuts, Flash Fill, and Quick Analysis tools to save time and work efficiently.
  • Develop Core Excel Skills – Build confidence with cell referencing, named ranges, and formula auditing to ensure accurate and professional-level Excel work.

Course content

5 sections • 17 lectures • 1h 55m total length

  • Download All Courses Resources0:31
  • Navigation and Selection Keyboard Shortcuts & Download Resources8:07
  • Functions in Excel3:59
  • Mathematical Functions in Excel10:17
  • Logical Functions in Excel11:08
  • Navigation ,Selection Shortcuts and Excel Functions
  • Relative, Absolute and Mixed Referencing in Excel9:29
  • SUM IF and COUNT IF7:22
  • Referencing and logical functions in Excel

Requirements

  • No prior knowledge of formulas, functions, or PivotTables is required.
  • Excel 2016 or later (Microsoft 365 recommended) installed on your Windows or Mac computer.
  • Willingness to practice along with the course exercises for best results.

Description

Microsoft Excel Course for Beginners : Key Skills in 2 Hours

This course is designed to help you master all essential Excel functionalities quickly, focusing on formulas, functions, PivotTables, and core Excel tools—all in just 2 hours. Whether you are a student, professional, or Excel user, this course will equip you with practical skills to work faster, smarter, and more efficiently.

What you’ll learn:

  1. Data Cleaning & Preparation (Tables, Text Functions)

    • Learn to organize worksheets, remove errors, and structure data for smooth analysis. Efficient data preparation ensures accuracy and saves time when working with large datasets.

  2. Key Formulas & Functions (VLOOKUP, IF, SUMIF, CONCAT, TEXT, DATE functions)

    • Automate calculations, perform conditional analysis, and manage data effectively. Gain hands-on experience with formulas that are widely used in business, finance, and analytics.

  3. Data Analysis & Manipulation (PivotTables, Sort, Filter, Tables)

    • Summarize and explore data using PivotTables, apply filters and conditional formatting to highlight trends, and convert raw data into actionable insights.

  4. Practical Application (Nested Formulas, Logical & Lookup Combinations)

    • Apply formulas and PivotTables in real-world scenarios, such as financial reporting, sales analysis, and operational dashboards, to solve practical problems efficiently.

  5. Productivity Enhancements (Keyboard Shortcuts, Quick Analysis)

    • Save time and reduce repetitive work using Excel tips and shortcuts, improving efficiency when handling large datasets or complex calculations.

  6. Core Skill Confidence (Cell Referencing, Named Ranges, Formula Auditing)

    • Build a strong foundation for Excel, understand formula dependencies, and audit calculations to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone looking to quickly level up their Excel skills.

  • Professionals in finance, analytics, operations, or reporting who want to boost productivity.

By the end of the course, you’ll have job-ready Excel skills, including formulas, PivotTables, and essential data tools, ready to apply immediately in any professional setting.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who wants to quickly master essential Excel skills in a short time.
  • Students, professionals, or job seekers looking to improve Excel proficiency for business, finance, or data tasks.
  • Analysts, operations staff, and office professionals who want to work faster, smarter, and more efficiently in Excel.
  • Beginners with no prior Excel experience as well as intermediate users who want a quick skills refresher.
  • Anyone aiming to automate calculations, analyze data, and use PivotTables confidently.

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