Microsoft Excel: Master Formulas, Functions, and Data Tools

Name: Microsoft Excel: Master Formulas, Functions, and Data Tools
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Learn Excel from the ground up — master formulas, functions, charts, and data analysis tools for real world success.

Created byLogic Labs

Last updated 10/2025

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What you'll learn

Introduction to Excel Formulas and Functions
Understanding the Excel Interface and Formula Bar
Using Cell References (Relative, Absolute, Mixed References)
Order of Operations in Excel Formulas
SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, MAX Functions
Date and Time Functions (TODAY, NOW, DATEDIF, YEAR, MONTH, DAY)
Logical Functions (IF, AND, OR, NOT).
Combining INDEX and MATCH for Flexible Lookups
Handling Errors with ISERROR and IFERROR
COUNTIF, SUMIF, AVERAGEIF, and Their Plural Counterparts (COUNTIFS, SUMIFS, AVERAGEIFS)
RANK, LARGE, SMALL, and PERCENTILE Functions
Analyzing Trends with TREND and FORECAST Tunctions
Dynamic Arrays and Spill Behavior
Functions Like FILTER, SORT, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE, and RANDARRAY
Practical Use Cases for Dynamic Arrays
Nesting Multiple Functions Within One Formula
Using Conditional Formatting With Formulas
Advanced Logical Functions (IFS, SWITCH)
Error Handling with ISNUMBER, ISBLANK, and CHOOSE
PMT, IPMT, PPMT For Loan Calculations
NPV, IRR, and XIRR for Investment Analysis
CONVERT Function for Unit Conversions
Goal Seek and Solver Add-ins for Optimization Problems

Course content

7 sections • 24 lectures • 2h 34m total length

Understanding the Excel Interface and Formula Bar6:20
Explore the Excel interface—ribbon, quick access toolbar, worksheet grid, name box, formula bar, sheet tabs, and status bar—to enter and edit formulas efficiently with the equal sign.
Basic Arithmetic Operations (+, -, *, /)4:55
Master basic arithmetic in Excel: add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Build a simple two-column table, apply formulas, and auto-fill results while observing the order of operations and division by zero.
Using Cell References (Relative, Absolute, Mixed References)4:44
Learn to use relative, absolute, and mixed cell references in Excel, practice formula copying, locking values with dollar signs, and apply these techniques to tables and financial models.
Order of Operations in Excel Formulas6:34
Learn the Excel order of operations, use parentheses to control evaluation, and apply exponents, multiplication and division before addition and subtraction, following left-to-right rules to prevent errors.

SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, MAX Functions4:06
Learn how to use sum, average, count, min, and max functions in Excel to analyze numerical data quickly and automatically.
Date and Time Functions (TODAY, NOW, DATEDIF, YEAR, MONTH, DAY)5:12
Master date and time handling in Excel with today, now, and datedif for dates. Break dates into year, month, and day functions for sorting and analysis in reports and dashboards.
Logical Functions (IF, AND, OR, NOT)6:39
Master Excel logical functions by using IF, AND, OR, and NOT to test conditions and automate decisions, including combining tests with AVERAGE to determine pass or fail.

Combining INDEX and MATCH for Flexible Lookups6:06
Master flexible lookups in Excel by combining index and match to perform dynamic row and column lookups, replacing vlookup, and retrieving salaries by name and monthly values with exact matches.
Handling Errors with ISERROR and IFERROR6:19
Discover how to handle Excel errors with the if error function, clean up spreadsheets, replace errors with custom messages or defaults, and improve data accuracy in lookups like VLOOKUP.

COUNTIF, SUMIF, AVERAGEIF, and Their Plural Counterparts (COUNTIFS, SUMIFS, AVER8:44
Master conditional functions in Excel, including Countif, Sumif, Averageif and their plural counterparts Countifs, Sumifs, Averageifs, to analyze sales data under specific conditions and save time.
RANK, LARGE, SMALL, and PERCENTILE Functions5:42
Master rank, large, small, and percentile functions to analyze data in Excel. Rank student scores, extract top and bottom values, and compute specific percentiles for benchmarking.
Analyzing Trends with TREND and FORECAST Tunctions5:20
Learn to analyze trends and forecast future values in Excel using trend and forecast; predict multiple points or a single value from historical data like monthly sales.

Introduction to Array Formulas5:33
Explore array formulas to perform multiple calculations on a data range, using dynamic arrays and functions like sum, multiply, if, and filter.
Dynamic Arrays and Spill Behavior (New Feature in Excel 365/2021)5:55
Master dynamic arrays and spill behaviors in Excel 365/2021 to return multiple results with one formula, and combine filter, unique, and sort for automatic data analysis.
Functions Like FILTER, SORT, UNIQUE, SEQUENCE, and RANDARRAY8:03
Explore powerful Excel functions like filter, sort, unique, sequence, and rand array to analyze sales data, create dynamic lists, generate sequences, and simulate random numbers for your spreadsheets.
Practical Use Cases for Dynamic Arrays5:29
Discover how Excel dynamic arrays spill results into multiple cells, enabling sequence lists, automatic sorting and filtering, unique values, and auto updating drop down lists with data validation.

Nesting Multiple Functions Within One Formula9:55
Master nesting multiple functions within one formula to streamline Excel work, using sum, average, and if, then format text with concatenate and apply Vlookup for lookup-driven results.
Using Conditional Formatting With Formulas7:26
Apply conditional formatting with formulas to dynamically highlight cells and entire rows, flag duplicates with countif, and alternate row colors based on conditions such as sales over 5000.
Advanced Logical Functions (IFS, SWITCH)8:22
Master advanced logical functions in Excel by using the IFS and SWITCH to simplify complex decisions, with grading and product categorization examples, leveraging data tools.
Error Handling with ISNUMBER, ISBLANK, and CHOOSE7:33
Master error handling in Excel using ISNUMBER, ISBLANK, and CHOOSE to clean data and drive actions with IF. Apply the functions for data filtering, conditional formatting, and dynamic dashboards.

PMT, IPMT, PPMT For Loan Calculations6:29
Calculate loan payments, interest, and principal using Excel's PMT, IPMT, and PPMT functions. Build a simple loan schedule with rate, term, and loan amount.
NPV, IRR, and XIRR for Investment Analysis5:49
Calculate NPV, IRR, and XIRR in Excel to assess investment profitability by discounting future cash flows, including irregular timing.
CONVERT Function for Unit Conversions6:48
Learn how to use the convert function in Excel to switch between units, with examples for length, weight, temperature, and time.
Goal Seek and Solver Add-ins for Optimization Problems6:49
Master goal seek and solver add-ins in excel to optimize profit under constraints, using what-if analysis to determine required units sold and solve complex scenarios.

Requirements

You only need access to Microsoft Excel (Office 365, 2019, 2021 or recommended) and a computer.
No microsoft excel experience needed

Description

Hey Everyone,

Microsoft Excel: Master Formulas, Functions, and Data Tools is a comprehensive course designed to help you become an expert in Excel’s most powerful features. Whether you’re a beginner seeking foundational knowledge or a professional looking to sharpen your skills, this course will equip you with the tools to handle data efficiently and make smarter decisions.

The course begins with a clear introduction to Excel’s interface, essential shortcuts, and basic formulas. You’ll learn how to structure spreadsheets, enter data accurately, and apply simple calculations, laying a solid foundation for more advanced techniques. Every lesson is paired with practical examples to ensure you can implement your skills immediately.

As you progress, you’ll dive into Excel’s essential functions, including Logical, Lookup, and Text Functions. You’ll master formulas such as VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, IF statements, INDEX-MATCH, and nested functions. These tools will enable you to analyze and manipulate data efficiently, turning complex datasets into actionable insights.

Data tools and analysis techniques form a core part of this course. You’ll learn how to sort, filter, and validate data, work with conditional formatting, and leverage advanced tools like What If Analysis. These skills will help you maintain accuracy, highlight trends, and make data driven decisions with confidence.

The course also covers dynamic reporting and data visualization. You’ll learn to create charts, graphs, and pivot tables that summarize large datasets effectively. By the end of this section, you’ll be able to present data professionally, making your reports clear, compelling, and easy to understand.

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By completing Microsoft Excel: Master Formulas, Functions, and Data Tools, you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to handle any Excel task. This course is packed with hands-on exercises, real world examples, and actionable tips that ensure you not only learn Excel but master it. Enhance your productivity, boost your career opportunities, and become an Excel expert.

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Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to save time and get the most out of Microsoft Excel.
Anyone who wants learn Microsoft Excel.
Students and professionals who want to improve their excel skills.
Entrepreneurs and office workers who prepare financial report regularly.

Microsoft Excel: Master Formulas, Functions, and Data Tools

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Introduction to Excel Formulas and Functions4 lectures • 23min

Essential Functions for Everyday Use3 lectures • 16min

Lookup and Reference Functions2 lectures • 12min

Data Analysis with Statistical Functions3 lectures • 20min

Working with Arrays and Dynamic Arrays4 lectures • 25min

Advanced Techniques and Nested Functions4 lectures • 33min

Financial and Engineering Functions4 lectures • 26min

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