Microsoft Excel – Beginner

Build a strong foundation in Microsoft Excel. This beginner-friendly course introduces Excel for Microsoft 365 and Excel 2021, showing you how to navigate the interface, enter and manage data, use formulas and functions, and format spreadsheets so they’re clear and professional. It’s ideal for students, professionals and anyone who wants confident everyday spreadsheet skills.

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Duration
1 hour 10 minutes
Modules
1 Modules
Course type
Microsoft

Course Overview

This beginner-friendly course introduces learners to Microsoft Excel for Microsoft 365 and Excel 2021. You’ll explore the interface, learn to enter and manage data, apply formulas and functions, and format spreadsheets for clarity and impact. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone looking to build foundational spreadsheet skills.

Before You Begin

  • Intermediate Excel knowledge required
  • Familiarity with formulas and functions
  • Access to Microsoft Excel 365

Key outcomes

  • Get Started with Excel Understand the interface and version differences.
  • Navigate and Customize Explore ribbons, tabs, and backstage tools.
  • Create and Manage Workbooks Use templates, enter data, and save files.
  • Apply Formulas and Functions Perform calculations and handle errors.
  • Use Named Ranges Create, manage, and apply named ranges.
  • Format Data and Cells Apply number formats and use Format Painter.

Tools you’ll use

Excel Live
Microsoft Excel 365
Excel Live
Excel 2021

Skills you’ll gain

  • Excel Navigation
  • Data Entry
  • Workbook Management
  • Formula Writing
  • Function Usage
  • Named Ranges
  • Cell Formatting
  • Quick Access Tools
  • Error Handling
  • Autosum & Autofill

What You’ll Learn

1 module
1Lesson 1 : Microsoft Excel Beginner
Module 1: Introduction Module 2: Excel Interface Essentials Module 3: Workbooks, Worksheets, and Entry Module 4: Smart Excel Function Tools Module 5: Smart Naming for Formulas Module 6: Excel Formatting Essentials

Certification & Credentials

Microsoft-Excel-Beginner
Certificate track
1 hour 10 minutes

Target Audience

Intended roles

  • Business Productivity Specialist

Frequently asked questions

Do I need Excel installed?
You can use either Excel 2021 or Excel for Microsoft 365.
Is this course beginner-friendly?
Yes, it’s designed for users with no prior Excel experience.
Will I learn formulas and functions?
Absolutely! The course covers essential calculations and logic.
Can I use this for work or school?
Yes, it’s ideal for both academic and professional use.
Who should take this course?
Students, professionals, and anyone looking to master Excel basics.
Duration

1 hour 10 minutes

Modules

1 Modules

Course type

Microsoft

Category

Microsoft

Intended roles

Business Productivity Specialist

Prerequisites

Intermediate Excel knowledge required, Familiarity with formulas and functions, Access to Microsoft Excel 365

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