How do I choose the right Microsoft Excel course for my goals?

Think about how you plan to use Excel—whether it’s for data analysis , business reporting , or managing spreadsheets . For everyday productivity and spreadsheet management, consider Excel Skills for Business: Essentials by Macquarie University. If you’re focused on data analysis or dashboards, try Excel Fundamentals for Data Analy sis, also by Macquarie University. Want to prepare for the Microsoft certification? The Microsoft Excel Professional Certificate can help.

Which Microsoft Excel course should I start with as a beginner?

These beginner-friendly courses are designed for learners with little to no prior Excel experience: Excel Skills for Business: Essentials – Covers formulas, functions, formatting, and basic data handling. Everyday Excel from the University of Colorado Boulder – Offers a practical, hands-on approach for daily tasks. Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel by Rice University – Suitable for those new to Excel and data analysis .

What’s the difference between an Excel course, Specialization, and Professional Certificate?

A course covers a focused skill set, like Data Visualization with Advanced Excel . A Specialization builds deeper mastery across multiple Excel topics—for example, Excel Skills for Business Specialization by Macquarie University. A Professional Certificate prepares you for a career path and may include broader skills beyond Excel, such as in IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R Professional Certificate .

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Can I take free Microsoft Excel courses on Coursera?

Yes. You can start learning Excel on Coursera for free in two ways: Preview the first module of many Microsoft Excel courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available). Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in Excel, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.

Which Excel skills will I learn in these courses?

Depending on the course, you can learn how to work with formulas, functions, charts, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and Excel for data analysis or business reporting. Some programs also cover Excel for specific job roles like analysts, accountants, or marketers.

Do I need any experience to start learning Excel?

No prior experience is needed for beginner Excel courses on Coursera. Many courses start with Excel fundamentals, and you can build up to more advanced topics at your own pace.

Are Excel courses on Coursera good for getting ready for a job?

Yes. Excel is used in many jobs—from business and finance to marketing and data analysis . Taking an Excel course on Coursera can help you learn practical skills you might need at work, like creating spreadsheets, using formulas, analyzing data, and making charts. Some courses also include hands-on projects and certificates you can add to your resume or LinkedIn profile to show what you’ve learned.

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University of Colorado Boulder
Everyday Excel, Part 3 (Projects)
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Data Management
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
288 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Macquarie University
Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Advanced
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Variance Analysis
5
Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Preview
Edureka
Advanced Microsoft Power BI
Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Microsoft Power Platform, Advanced Analytics
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
L&T EduTech
Piling Construction and practices
Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Product Testing, Structural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Safety Assurance, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Drawings, 3D Modeling
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Whizlabs
Exam Prep SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, User Provisioning, Cloud Security, Azure Active Directory, Data Governance, DevSecOps, Data Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Identity and Access Management, Microsoft 365, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Microsoft Copilot, Encryption, Authentications
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Pearson
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, DevSecOps, Private Cloud, Security Awareness, Data Centers, Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information, IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Service Level
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Packt
AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Continuous Monitoring, Data Security, Key Management, Kubernetes, Security Controls, Hardening, Database Architecture and Administration, Authentications, Network Administration, Network Routing, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
L&T EduTech
Construction Techniques and Practices
Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Equipment Design, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimating, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Product Lifecycle Management, Cost Estimation, Architecture and Construction, Building Codes, Engineering Practices, Commercial Construction, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Automation Engineering, Civil Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Digital Transformation, Assembly Drawing
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Whizlabs
Design security solutions for applications and data
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Data Governance, User Provisioning, Data Management, Data Security, Secure Coding, Cloud Applications, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Key Management, Encryption
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Pearson
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 3
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Data Centers, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Identity and Access Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Whizlabs
Design security solutions for infrastructure
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Application Security, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Multi-Factor Authentication, Vulnerability Scanning, Patch Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Pearson
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 1
Skills you'll gain: Security Controls
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks