Beginner Level

1. Introduction to Excel

   • Explore the Excel interface, learn about workbooks, worksheets, and basic terminology.
   • Exercises to create a simple budget sheet.

2. Basic Data Entry and Formatting

   • Learn how to enter different types of data and format them effectively.
   • Hands-on activities creating a formatted contact list.

3. Basic Formulas and Functions

   • Introduction to formulas and essential functions like SUM, AVERAGE, and COUNT.
   • Exercises that involve creating a sales summary using basic functions.

4. Working with Rows and Columns

   • Learn how to manage rows and columns, including inserting, deleting, and hiding.
   • Exercises focused on organizing datasets.

5. Sorting and Filtering Data

   • Discover how to sort and filter data efficiently.
   • Activities to practice sorting and filtering a dataset for specific insights.

6. Basic Charting

   • Introduction to chart types and how to create basic charts.
   • Exercises to visualize sales data through charts.

Intermediate Level

1. Advanced Functions

   • Delve into logical functions (IF, AND, OR) and lookup functions (VLOOKUP, INDEX).
   • Create a grade calculator as a practical exercise.

2. Data Validation and Conditional Formatting

   • Set data validation rules and apply conditional formatting to highlight critical information.
   • Develop a form that utilizes these features.

3. Working with Multiple Worksheets

   • Learn to link data between sheets and consolidate information.
   • Exercises that involve creating a workbook with regional sales data.

4. Introduction to PivotTables

   • Understand the structure of PivotTables and how to create them.
   • Analyze data with a PivotTable through practical examples.

5. Basic Data Analysis Tools

   • Explore tools like Goal Seek and What-If Analysis.
   • Use Goal Seek to identify break-even points in a budget exercise.

6. Advanced Charting Techniques

   • Create combo charts and sparklines for detailed data visualization.
   • Build a dynamic dashboard with various chart types.

Expert Level

1. Advanced PivotTable Techniques

   • Learn to create Pivot Charts and use slicers for interactive data analysis.
   • Develop an interactive report incorporating these elements.

2. Macros and Automation

   • Discover the basics of macros and how to record them to automate tasks.
   • Practical exercises to automate repetitive tasks.

3. Data Analysis with Power Query

   • Introduction to Power Query for data importation and transformation.
   • Exercises involving importing and cleaning data from CSV files.

4. Advanced Data Analysis Techniques

   • Explore Power Pivot for data modeling and learn DAX basics.
   • Create complex data models for in-depth analysis.

5. Collaborating and Sharing Workbooks

   • Learn about sharing workbooks, protecting data, and using comments.
   • Collaborative exercises to practice sharing and feedback.

6. Creating Dashboards

   • Principles of effective dashboard design and integration of various elements.
   • Build a comprehensive sales dashboard that integrates multiple data sources.

Learning Methodology

Our learning approach combines theory with hands-on practice. Each module contains video lectures, practical exercises, quizzes, and projects to reinforce your understanding and application of Excel concepts.