Do you remember taking an algebra class and wished that the teacher would show you how to manipulate the equations so you could get the right answer?

Well, this course is similar in that it attempts to walk you through the most practical and useful functions of Excel without spending time going over things that are rarely, if ever, used.

Even if you’re a newbie, we hope to get you confident and able to hold your own for most uses of Excel by the end of this course.

We go through some of the most common Excel functions, explore charts, illustrate how to use Data Validation, Goal Seek, and introduce Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) – coding that can automate Excel tasks. We look at Math functions such as adding and multiplying, Logical operators such as < (less than), >= (greater than or equal to), date functions, text in a function.

Gain a solid understanding of Excel.

When you know how to use Excel, it can make your boss and others think you’re smart. And if they think you’re smart, they may see you in a different light and perhaps think of you when it comes to promotion time. And that can lead to other things.