In this course, you’ll learn how to make use of Excel in business scenarios for data analysis. You’ll also learn how to utilize formulas and functions for data analysis. Specifically, this course will help you gain knowledge and skills for preparing data for analysis using Microsoft Excel.
Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel
Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel
This course is part of Microsoft Power BI and Power Platform for Productivity Specialization
Instructor: Microsoft
Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
19 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Create data in Microsoft Excel and prepare it for data analysis.
Make use of common formulas and functions in a worksheet.
Prepare Excel data for analysis in Power BI using functions.
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Assessments
21 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces essential Excel elements and techniques begininning with the creation and formatting of worksheets. It explores the Excel features that are useful when viewing large data blocks and explains how to create accurate calculations.
What's included
11 videos19 readings7 assignments2 discussion prompts
This module introduces formulas and functions in Excel. It explores how these are important to data analysis and how these are used in business scenarios.
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6 videos9 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
The module introduces common functions that help prepare Excel data for analysis in tools such as Power BI.
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6 videos13 readings7 assignments1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will be assessed on the key skills covered in the Course.
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2 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
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