This course is designed for those who want to learn how to analyze data using Microsoft Excel, from data entry basics, cleaning up data for analysis and organization and advanced analysis without complex formulas or functions.
With this self-paced program, you have the ability to learn at your own pace but also have the opportunity to ask questions and participate in a live Q&A session with Donna Hanson in the last week.
Whether you are familiar with Excel or looking to build on your current skills, this comprehensive program with live coaching will provide you with all you need to know to succeed with analyzing data in Excel.
Break-Down of Learning
The program is divided into four weekly modules, each of which covers a specific component of data analysis in Microsoft Excel. Complete one each week or do all at once, depending on how you prefer to learn.
Week 1 - Data Set Up & Clean Up
In week 1 we begin with the basics, including data clean up, formatting, and organization.
Week 2 - Data Analysis
In week 2, you will progress to topics such as sorting and filtering and conditional formatting.
Week 3 - Graphical Tools for Summarizing Data
In week three we learn how to create dynamic dashboards using inbuilt Excel tools and features to simplify the data analysis process.
Week 4 - Automation
Finally in week four we explore how to potentially automate some, or all, of the process to create HUGE productivity gains!
Throughout the program, you will have access to :
- Video how to tips on each topic covered,
- A downloadable reference booklet
- Exercise file so you can practice as you go
- Access to a Q&A sheet enabling you to log your questions for Donna to answer in the live coaching call.
The simple and easy to understand videos will help you build confidence and embed the skills you need to succeed.
In addition, the program includes:
1 x 60 minute live group coaching call to answer any questions at the end of week four. The group coaching session will be recorded and available for you to revisit, along with the course resources for 365 days from the start of the program, enabling you to embed your learnings.
Upon completion of the course content, you will be able to download a certificate of completion, which you can use to support your participation in the program.
Enrolling in this self-paced + coaching program is a wise investment in your career.
The skills you will learn are vital in any industry, including finance, marketing, and data analytics.
Additionally, you will have the flexibility to learn at a pace that suits you and participate in or view the live Q&A.
If you are interested in increasing your efficiency with data analysis, then
This course :
- Explains in simple terms how Microsoft Excel needs data set up to make analysis SIMPLE
- Covers basic troubleshooting tips to ‘tidy up’ imported data to make analysis easier
- Shares simple and advanced ways to sort and filter data by more than one criteria saving time and frustration - without using any formulas, functions or math!
- Covers a range of data analysis tools that require NO knowledge of formulas to enable reports or summaries of data to be easily produced within minutes not hours!
Topics covered include:
- Data list set up - how knowing Microsoft Excel's rules for data set up can save you hours of wasted time and frustration.
- Features and functions to make "tidying" up imported data fast and easy to enable you to ensure your data is ready for analysis.
- Sort and filtering tips and features to make sorting simple, easy and fast.
- Excel tools to highlight and summarize data that meets specified criteria.
- Pivot tables and pivot charts - what they are and how to use them along with a inbuilt tools in Excel to enable users to create simple dashboards to dynamically display pivot table data.
- How to take what you've learnt and automate data analysis.
User friendly, jargon free, this course is a MUST for anyone working with large amounts of data who want to minimize risk or errors and make data analysis simple without the need to understand complex Excel formulas. PLUS you get 12 months access from your start date to revisit resources and recordings.
NOTE: It doesn't matter what version of Microsoft Excel you are using, however earlier versions of Excel may not have access to some of the graphical items to assist in creating simple dashboards!