Data Analysis using MS Excel

This training program positions Microsoft Excel as a practical and powerful data analysis tool for business and operational decision-making. Participants progress from understanding the data analytics process to performing descriptive, statistical, and predictive analysis using built-in Excel tools such as PivotTables, Power Query, Power Pivot, Analysis Toolpak, What-If Analysis, and forecasting functions. The course emphasizes hands-on analysis , proper interpretation of results, and confidence in handling real-world datasets across multiple Excel versions. Excel 2007, Excel 2010, Excel 2013, Excel 2016, Excel 2019, Office 365, Microsoft 365 By the end of this training, participants will be able to: Understand the end-to-end data analytics process and distinguish between descriptive, statistical, and predictive analytics Analyze and summarize large datasets efficiently using advanced PivotTable techniques Prepare and model data using Power Query and Power Pivot for scalable analysis Perform statistical analysis using Excel’s Analysis Toolpak and interpret results correctly Apply forecasting and predictive techniques to identify trends, relationships, and future outcomes Present analytical results clearly to support business decisions Who This Course Is For Professionals involved in reporting, analysis, and decision support Analysts, supervisors, and managers working with operational or performance data Excel users who want to move beyond formulas into structured analytics Teams preparing for advanced reporting, forecasting, or dashboard development Methodologies Hands-on analytical exercises using realistic datasets to reinforce concepts in PivotTables, statistics, and forecasting. Guided interpretation and validation sessions to ensure participants understand results, assumptions, and limitations of each analytical method. INCLUSIONS F or onsite: printed handout printed certificate AM and PM snacks fastfood lunch candies and coffee WIFI access Bring own lapto