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Microsoft Excel is one of the most widely used spreadsheet applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting. This Basic Level Excel course is designed for beginners who want to develop a strong foundation in Excel. Participants will learn how to navigate Excel, enter and format data, use basic formulas, create charts, and manage worksheets effectively. By the end of this course, learners will have the confidence to handle basic data processing tasks efficiently.

Microsoft Excel – Basic Level objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

•  Understand Excel’s interface, functions, and navigation tools.
•  Learn how to enter, edit, and format data effectively.
•  Master basic formulas and functions (SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, etc.).
•  Create and customize tables and charts for data visualization.
•  Work with cell referencing, sorting, and filtering data.
•  Manage multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently.
•  Apply basic printing and page setup techniques.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners with little or no Excel experience.
• Students, fresh graduates, and administrative professionals.
• Entrepreneurs and small business owners.
• Anyone looking to improve their basic Excel skills.

Course Outline

Day 1: Getting Started with Excel

• Understanding the Excel interface: Ribbon, tabs, and toolbars.
• Navigating workbooks and worksheets.
• Entering, editing, and saving data.
• Using Undo, Redo, and AutoCorrect features.
• Hands-on Exercise: Basic navigation and data entry.

Day 2: Formatting and Customizing Data

• Formatting text, numbers, and dates.
• Using cell styles and themes.
• Adjusting row heights and column widths.
• Merging and aligning cells for better presentation.
• Applying conditional formatting to highlight important data.
• Hands-on Practice: Formatting an Excel report.

Day 3: Basic Formulas and Functions

• Introduction to formulas and cell references.
• Basic functions: SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, COUNT.
• Using AutoSum and Quick Analysis tools.
• Relative vs. Absolute Cell References ($A$1, A1, A$1, etc.).
• Troubleshooting common formula errors.
• Workshop: Creating a simple budget calculator.

Day 4: Managing Worksheets & Data Entry Efficiency

• Working with multiple worksheets.
• Copying, moving, renaming, and deleting sheets.
• Using Fill Handle and AutoFill for quick data entry.
• Sorting and Filtering data effectively.
• Hands-on Exercise: Organizing sales data using sorting and filtering.

Day 5: Introduction to Charts & Data Visualization

• Creating bar, pie, and line charts.
• Customizing chart styles, colors, and labels.
• Adding titles and legends for better clarity.
• Using Sparklines for quick visual analysis.
• Workshop: Creating a sales performance chart.

Day 6: Page Setup and Printing Techniques

• Setting up page layout and margins.
• Using Print Preview and Print Area selection.
• Adjusting headers, footers, and page numbers.
• Scaling content to fit the page.
• Workshop: Preparing a printable financial report.

Day 7: Working with Tables & Data Organization

• Creating and formatting tables for better organization.
• Using Table Styles for quick formatting.
• Sorting, filtering, and applying totals to tables.
• Converting a range to a table and vice versa.
• Hands-on Practice: Organizing customer data using tables.

Day 8: Basic Data Validation & Protection

• Using Data Validation to control input.
• Creating dropdown lists for quick selections.
• Protecting worksheets and locking cells.
• Password-protecting workbooks.
• Workshop: Setting up a protected employee attendance sheet.

Day 9: Introduction to Keyboard Shortcuts & Productivity Tips

• Essential Excel shortcuts for faster work.
• Using Flash Fill for quick pattern recognition.
• Understanding the Quick Access Toolbar (QAT).
• Hands-on Exercise: Implementing shortcuts to complete a task efficiently.

Day 10: Final Project, Certification & Course Wrap-Up

• Capstone Project: Creating a personal expense tracker.
• Final Assessment & Expert Feedback.
• Certification Ceremony.
• Q&A and Course Wrap-Up.