Excel Basic to Advance Syllabus
Sure! Here is a comprehensive syllabus for learning Microsoft Excel from the
basics to advanced levels:
# Excel Learning Syllabus: Basics to Advanced
#Module 1: Introduction to Excel**
- Overview of Excel Interface
- Understanding Workbooks and Worksheets
- Navigating the Excel Ribbon
- Customizing the Excel Environment
- Using Help and Excel Resources
#Module 2: Basic Excel Functions**
- Entering and Editing Data
- Cell Referencing (Relative, Absolute, and Mixed)
- Basic Formulas and Functions (SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX)
- Autofill and Flash Fill
- Working with Text (CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, MID)
#Module 3: Formatting Worksheets**
- Formatting Cells, Rows, and Columns
- Number Formatting (Currency, Percentage, Date)
- Conditional Formatting
- Creating and Modifying Styles
- Using Themes and Templates
Module 4: Managing Worksheets and Workbooks**
- Creating and Managing Worksheets
- Organizing and Protecting Worksheets
- Grouping and Ungrouping Worksheets
- Linking Data between Worksheets and Workbooks
- Importing and Exporting Data
#Module 5: Data Management and Sorting**
- Sorting Data
- Filtering Data
- Using Advanced Filter Options
- Removing Duplicates
- Data Validation
Module 6: Advanced Formulas and Functions**
- Logical Functions (IF, AND, OR, NOT)
- Lookup and Reference Functions (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH)
- Date and Time Functions (TODAY, NOW, DATE, TIME, DATEDIF)
- Text Functions (LEN, FIND, SUBSTITUTE, TRIM, TEXTJOIN)
- Array Formulas and Dynamic Arrays
Module 7: Working with Tables**
- Creating and Formatting Excel Tables
- Sorting and Filtering Tables
- Using Structured References
- Summarizing Data with Table Functions
- Converting Data Ranges to Tables and Vice Versa
Module 8: Data Analysis Tools*
- Using PivotTables
- Creating and Customizing Pivot Charts
- Slicers and Timelines
- Data Grouping and Ungrouping
- Advanced Data Analysis Techniques
Module 9: Visualization with Charts*
- Creating and Formatting Charts
- Types of Charts (Column, Line, Pie, Bar, Area, Scatter, etc.)
- Customizing Chart Elements
- Using Sparklines
- Combining Multiple Chart Types
Module 10: Advanced Data Analysis*
- Using What-If Analysis (Data Tables, Scenario Manager, Goal Seek)
- Solver Add-In
- Forecasting and Trend Analysis
- Descriptive Statistics with Excel
- Data Analysis Toolpak
Module 11: Macros and VBA*
- Introduction to Macros
- Recording and Running Macros
- Introduction to VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
- Writing Simple VBA Code
- Debugging and Error Handling
Module 12: Collaboration and Workbook Sharing**
- Sharing Workbooks
- Tracking Changes
- Adding Comments
- Protecting Worksheets and Workbooks
- Using OneDrive and Excel Online for Collaboration
Module 13: Advanced Excel Features**
- Power Query for Data Import and Transformation
- Power Pivot for Data Modelling
- Using 3D Maps
- Creating Dashboards in Excel
- Connecting Excel with External Data Sources
Module 14: Integration with Other Office Applications
- Integrating Excel with Word and PowerPoint
- Embedding and Linking Excel Data
- Creating Mail Merges with Excel Data
- Using Excel Data in Outlook
Module 15: Excel Best Practices and Troubleshooting
- Best Practices for Building Excel Models
- Tips for Efficient Excel Usage
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Using Excel Add-Ins
- Keeping Excel Updated and Secure
Module 16: Capstone Project
- Developing a Comprehensive Excel Project
- Real-World Case Studies
- Presentation and Peer Review
- Final Project Submission and Feedback
### Suggested Textbooks and Resources
- "Microsoft Excel 2019 Bible" by Michael Alexander, Richard Kusleika, and John
Walkenbach
- "Excel 2019 All-in-One For Dummies" by Greg Harvey
- "Excel PivotTables and PivotCharts" by Paul McFedries
- Online resources such as Microsoft Learn, LinkedIn Learning, and Coursera
courses on Excel.
### Assessment Methods
- Quizzes and Tests
- Practical Assignments and Case Studies
- Capstone Project
- Participation and Engagement
This syllabus provides a structured learning path from basic to advanced Excel
skills, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in using Excel
for various applications.
