Microsoft Excel Basic Training

Start working confidently with Excel’s core tools

6-Hour Course (One-Day)

On-Site, Virtual, or Hybrid

6 –

20 Participants from your Organization

Course Description

Microsoft Excel Basic Training is designed for individuals with little or no previous experience using Excel. This practical, hands-on course covers the essential functions, navigation, and formatting tools that every beginner needs to understand how to work efficiently in spreadsheets. Participants will learn how to create, edit, and organize worksheets, enter formulas, and use basic functions to manage data effectively.

Who Will Benefit

Employees new to Microsoft Excel
Administrative staff managing spreadsheets
Team members tracking budgets or data
Anyone seeking to build foundational Excel skills
Supervisors needing to review or update data
Professionals transitioning to digital record-keeping

Learning Objectives

Navigate the Excel interface and ribbon
Enter, edit, and format data in worksheets
Use basic formulas and built-in functions
Manage rows, columns, and cell ranges
Create and save workbooks and templates
Apply basic sorting and filtering techniques

Content Overview

Getting Started with Excel

Understanding the Excel window
Exploring ribbons, tabs, and commands
Creating, saving, and opening workbooks

Entering and Formatting Data

Entering text, numbers, and dates
Autofill and AutoCorrect features
Formatting cells for clarity

Working with Rows and Columns

Inserting, deleting, and resizing
Freezing panes and splitting screens
Managing large spreadsheets

Introduction to Formulas and Functions

Writing simple formulas
Using AutoSum and common functions
Understanding relative and absolute cell references

Printing and Page Setup

Adjusting page layout and print areas
Previewing and printing worksheets
Setting headers, footers, and margins

Introduction to Sorting and Filtering

Sorting by number, text, or date
Basic filters for quick data review
Clearing filters and restoring view

Format and Delivery

This course is delivered in an instructor-led format, either in-person or virtually, depending on your team’s needs. Sessions are hands-on, using real-time examples and guided exercises that reinforce learning. Each participant will follow along with step-by-step demonstrations and have the opportunity to ask questions and apply skills in practice worksheets. This course is offered in a one-day (6-hour) format.

Customization

All of our instructor-led training programs can be customized to meet your organization’s specific goals, industry challenges, and team dynamics. Whether you’re looking to include real workplace examples, tailor the content to your sector, or integrate internal processes and terminology, we work closely with you to create a relevant and impactful learning experience. We also offer flexibility in course length—sessions can be adapted into shorter overviews or expanded into multi-day workshops based on your team’s availability and learning objectives.

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