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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master the essential features of Excel 365, including its interface and navigation tools.

  • Gain proficiency in creating spreadsheets, entering data, and using Excel templates.

  • Learn how to apply and customize formulas for efficient data analysis.

  • Explore tools like conditional formatting, charts, and real-time collaboration in Excel.

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March 2026

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This course is part of the Master Microsoft Excel & 365 Apps: Beginner to Advanced Specialization
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There are 19 modules in this course

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Learn the core skills needed to navigate and master Microsoft Excel 365 in this comprehensive beginner course. From basic navigation to more advanced formula creation and data analysis, this course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation for using Excel effectively in various contexts. Throughout the course, you'll engage in hands-on exercises that will reinforce the concepts and techniques covered in the lessons. You'll explore how to navigate the Excel interface, customize your workspace, and efficiently create and manage spreadsheets, followed by mastering essential formulas and formatting features. The course journey starts with an introduction to Excel 365 and its online portal, providing you with a user-friendly guide to start working. It then takes you step-by-step through critical tasks like creating spreadsheets, applying functions and formulas, and organizing your data with tables and lists. You'll also learn how to present your findings with charts and apply advanced formatting techniques to enhance the appearance and usability of your worksheets. This course is perfect for beginners with little to no experience in Excel. It is designed for individuals who want to develop their foundational skills in spreadsheet creation, data organization, and basic data analysis. There are no prerequisites, making it ideal for anyone looking to improve their Excel skills from scratch. By the end of the course, you will be able to confidently navigate Excel 365, create spreadsheets, apply formulas, format data, analyze information, and collaborate in real-time with others.

In this module, we will introduce the Excel 365 Beginner course and provide an overview of what to expect. You’ll also learn how to access and navigate the online portal, followed by an exercise to solidify your foundational Excel knowledge.

What's included

3 videos2 readings

3 videosTotal 11 minutes
  • Introduction to the Specialization3 minutes
  • Excel 365 Online Portal7 minutes
  • Microsoft Excel 365 Beginner – Course Introduction Exercise1 minute
2 readingsTotal 20 minutes
  • Introduction to the Course 'Excel 365 Fundamentals: Getting Started & Core Skills'10 minutes
  • Full Specialization Resources10 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the steps to launch Excel and explore its interface. You’ll also learn how to personalize your workspace with the Quick Access Toolbar and keyboard shortcuts to boost your productivity.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 37 minutes
  • Launch Excel4 minutes
  • Explore the Interface10 minutes
  • Work with Contextual Menus, Ribbons, and Panes5 minutes
  • Customize the Quick Access Toolbar7 minutes
  • Keyboard Shortcuts8 minutes
  • Get Started in Excel 365 Exercise4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Get Started in Excel 365 - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to create and manage Excel spreadsheets. You will explore templates, organize workbooks, and practice entering and formatting data, including text, numbers, and dates.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 36 minutes
  • Excel Templates7 minutes
  • Work with Workbooks and Worksheets7 minutes
  • Save Workbooks to OneDrive5 minutes
  • Enter Text, Numbers, and Dates7 minutes
  • Custom Lists7 minutes
  • Create an Excel Spreadsheet Exercise4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Create an Excel Spreadsheet - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to the fundamentals of Excel formulas, starting with the order of operations (BODMAS). You’ll also learn how to create simple formulas and explore key functions for everyday calculations.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 48 minutes
  • The Order of Operations (BODMAS Rule)7 minutes
  • A Simple Formula7 minutes
  • The 'Big 6' Functions6 minutes
  • Absolute vs Relative Referencing7 minutes
  • Quick Calculations with Autosum6 minutes
  • Auto-Fill and Flash Fill11 minutes
  • Introduction to Excel Formulas Exercise5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to Excel Formulas - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explain how named ranges can simplify and clarify your Excel formulas. You’ll also gain hands-on experience creating and using named ranges in your own spreadsheets.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 14 minutes
  • What Are Named Ranges?3 minutes
  • Create Named Ranges4 minutes
  • Use Named Ranges in Formulas3 minutes
  • Use Named Ranges Exercise2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Use Named Ranges - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover various formatting techniques, including applying number formats, customizing cells, and using AutoFormat to style your worksheets quickly and uniformly.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 50 minutes
  • Apply Number Formats12 minutes
  • Format Cells, Rows, and Columns Manually13 minutes
  • AutoFormat Data4 minutes
  • Find and Replace Formatting6 minutes
  • Copy Formatting: Format Painter5 minutes
  • Clear Cells5 minutes
  • Format Numbers and Cells Exercise4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Format Numbers and Cells - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will show you how to work with Excel tables, including converting data to tables, using structured references, and practicing with real-world exercises to master table management.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Excel Tables Explained8 minutes
  • Format Data as an Excel Table10 minutes
  • Table References in Formulas7 minutes
  • Excel Tables Exercise3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Excel Tables - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will demonstrate various formatting techniques, including organizing rows and columns, aligning text and numbers, and applying themes to give your worksheets a professional finish.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 37 minutes
  • Work with Rows and Columns9 minutes
  • Align Text and Numbers9 minutes
  • Merge Cells vs Center Across Selection7 minutes
  • Apply and Modify Themes9 minutes
  • Format Worksheets Exercise3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Format Worksheets - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through effective list management in Excel, from sorting and filtering data to adding subtotals and applying custom sorting rules for more flexible analysis.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 43 minutes
  • How to Structure a List7 minutes
  • Sort a List: Single-Level Sort5 minutes
  • Sort a List: Multi-Level Sort6 minutes
  • Sort a List: Sort with Custom Lists4 minutes
  • Filter a List - Numbers and Text8 minutes
  • Filter and Sort by Color4 minutes
  • Add Subtotals to a List6 minutes
  • Excel Lists Exercise3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Excel Lists - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to efficiently move, link, and copy data across worksheets. You’ll also learn about 3D referencing and how to use hyperlinks to navigate between data sets.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 46 minutes
  • Cut, Copy, and Paste5 minutes
  • Paste Options9 minutes
  • Paste From Clipboard4 minutes
  • Move and Copy Worksheets7 minutes
  • 3D Referencing6 minutes
  • Insert Hyperlinks to Worksheets8 minutes
  • Move and Link to Data Exercise8 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Move and Link to Data - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce intermediate formulas, including lookup functions, logical tests, and text manipulation techniques to help you manage more complex data analysis tasks.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 47 minutes
  • Lookup Functions: VLOOKUP Explained10 minutes
  • Lookup Functions: XLOOKUP Explained6 minutes
  • Logical Functions: IF, AND, OR10 minutes
  • Text Functions: PROPER, TRIM, CLEAN8 minutes
  • Time and Date Functions: TODAY, NOW, WORKDAY7 minutes
  • Introduction to Intermediate Formulas Exercise5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to Intermediate Formulas - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore data analysis techniques, including using the Quick Analysis tool, selecting charts, and creating in-cell charts to quickly highlight trends and insights in your data.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 47 minutes
  • Quick Analysis Button7 minutes
  • Choose the Right Chart Type7 minutes
  • Present Data with Charts6 minutes
  • Format a Chart11 minutes
  • In-Cell Charts: Sparklines6 minutes
  • In-Cell Charts: The REPT Function5 minutes
  • Analyze Data Exercise5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Analyze Data - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will show you how to apply conditional formatting in Excel, including using data bars, color scales, and icon sets to visually highlight key data points and trends.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Highlight Cell Values7 minutes
  • Data Bars7 minutes
  • Color Scales4 minutes
  • Icon Sets5 minutes
  • Conditional Formatting Exercise4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Conditional Formatting - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will teach you how to insert and format images, icons, and diagrams to make your spreadsheets more engaging. You’ll also learn to collaborate with threaded comments for better teamwork.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 42 minutes
  • Add Interest with Pictures and Icons10 minutes
  • Insert Shapes and Text Boxes10 minutes
  • Create Diagrams Using SmartArt8 minutes
  • Insert Screenshots and Clips4 minutes
  • Insert and Respond to Threaded Comments6 minutes
  • Insert Pictures and Other Graphics Exercise5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Insert Pictures and Other Graphics - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover workbook view management techniques, including adjusting zoom levels, arranging multiple worksheets, and freezing panes for easier data navigation.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 19 minutes
  • Workbook Views and Zoom8 minutes
  • Arrange Workbooks and Worksheets6 minutes
  • Freeze Panes4 minutes
  • Work with Views Exercise2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Work with Views - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the steps to prepare your worksheets for printing, from adjusting margins and orientation to inserting headers, footers, and page breaks for professional presentation.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 33 minutes
  • Set Margins and Orientation4 minutes
  • Set and Clear the Print Area3 minutes
  • Insert Page Breaks4 minutes
  • Set Print Titles and a Background5 minutes
  • Insert Headers and Footers7 minutes
  • Print a Workbook7 minutes
  • Prepare for Printing Exercise3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Prepare for Printing - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will show you how to finalize your workbook by protecting data, inspecting for errors, and saving it in various formats for easier sharing and compatibility.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 22 minutes
  • Protect Cells, Worksheets, and Workbooks7 minutes
  • Inspect the Workbook for Issues8 minutes
  • Save the Workbook in Different Formats4 minutes
  • Finalizing the Spreadsheet Exercise3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Finalizing the Spreadsheet - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to Excel 365 Online, where you’ll learn how to collaborate in real-time, share workbooks, and integrate your Excel files with Microsoft Teams for efficient teamwork.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 27 minutes
  • Work with Files in Excel Online6 minutes
  • Share Workbooks with Others6 minutes
  • Co-Author Workbooks in Real-Time5 minutes
  • Add an Excel Workbook to Microsoft Teams3 minutes
  • Excel Live: Share a Workbook in a Teams Meeting3 minutes
  • Excel 365 Online Exercise4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Excel 365 Online - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will wrap up the beginner course by reviewing key takeaways and guiding you on your next steps to continue mastering Excel skills for personal or professional use.

What's included

1 video1 reading3 assignments

1 videoTotal 7 minutes
  • Microsoft Excel 365 Beginner Conclusion7 minutes
1 readingTotal 10 minutes
  • Conclusion to the Course 'Excel 365 Fundamentals: Getting Started & Core Skills'10 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
  • Microsoft Excel 365 Beginner – Conclusion - Assessment15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Excel 365 Fundamentals is a beginner-level course designed to introduce users to the core features and functions of Microsoft Excel 365. It’s highly relevant because Excel is one of the most widely used tools in both personal and professional settings. Gaining proficiency in Excel can enhance your ability to analyze, organize, and present data effectively, which is essential for tasks ranging from basic record-keeping to complex data analysis.

This course covers the essential skills needed to get started with Excel 365. It includes topics like navigating the Excel interface, creating and formatting spreadsheets, working with basic formulas, and analyzing data with charts and tables. You'll also learn how to collaborate using Excel Online and apply essential functions like VLOOKUP, conditional formatting, and data analysis tools. The course is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in Excel.

After completing the course, you’ll be able to efficiently navigate Excel 365, create and format spreadsheets, use basic and intermediate formulas, and visualize data with charts. You will also understand how to collaborate on workbooks, apply formatting tools, and manage your data using Excel tables and lists. Whether for personal projects or professional tasks, you will have the skills to use Excel effectively for a variety of data management needs.

No prior experience with Excel is necessary to enroll in this course. It’s designed for beginners, so you will start by learning the very basics of using Excel 365. The course does not assume any knowledge of data analysis, formulas, or advanced features, making it suitable for those who are new to Excel or looking to refresh their skills.

This course is for anyone who wants to get started with Excel 365, including beginners, students, small business owners, or professionals who need to handle data in their day-to-day tasks. It’s ideal for individuals who wish to improve their proficiency in Excel for personal, academic, or professional purposes.

The course is approximately 10 hours of video content, which can be completed at your own pace. Depending on your availability and the time you dedicate to practicing the exercises, you can expect to finish it within a few days to a few weeks.

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

If you complete the course successfully, your electronic Course Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Course Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

This course is currently available only to learners who have paid or received financial aid, when available.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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