Data Analytics in Excel Using Real-World Examples

Course Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will gain practical skills in data analytics using Excel. You’ll start by mastering basic functions like viewing, entering, and formatting data. From there, you'll explore powerful data management techniques including cleaning, sorting, filtering, and using pivot tables to summarize large datasets. The course also covers advanced functions such as concatenation, SUMIF, and complex criteria handling, helping you to better analyze data and make informed decisions. The second part of the course takes you through the use of Excel's What-If Analysis tools and the Analysis ToolPak for deeper statistical insights. You’ll work through scenarios to improve your decision-making capabilities by utilizing tools like Scenario Manager, Data Tables, and Goal Seek. You will also learn to work with advanced functions such as correlation, covariance, and descriptive statistics. This course is designed for anyone looking to enhance their data analytics skills using Excel, from beginners to more experienced users. Whether you are managing financial data, conducting market analysis, or working with large datasets, this course provides the necessary tools to excel in data analysis and reporting.