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Excel for Beginners: Introduction to Spreadsheets
This 1-hour, project-based course is an introduction to spreadsheets. We’ll be using Excel on the Web in this project, which is the free spreadsheet program offered by Microsoft. However, all of the concepts that you will learn in this project will be applicable to other spreadsheet programs, such as LibreOffice Calc and Google Sheets.
We will cover the following concepts in a hands-on manner:
- Basic data entry, formatting and calculations
- Relative and absolute cell references
- Formulae and basic functions: sum, average, min, max
- Conditional formatting
Please Note: If you don't have a free Microsoft account, you will need to create one to be able to complete the content.
Duration
8 Months
Institution
Coursera
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Coursera.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$308
Total Est. Investment
$308
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Excel for Beginners: Introduction to Spreadsheets program at Coursera are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.