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Pivot Table Courses

Pivot Table courses can help you learn data organization, summarization techniques, and advanced analysis methods. You can build skills in filtering data, creating calculated fields, and visualizing trends through charts and graphs. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, showing how to apply these skills to manipulate large datasets, generate reports, and make informed business decisions.


Popular Pivot Table Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Excel Basics for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Pivot Tables And Charts, Google Sheets, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Information Privacy

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets

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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Data Analysis with Excel Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Advanced Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Analytics, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Marketing Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Small Data, Data Wrangling, Data Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Excel Macros, Infographics, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Data Integration

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Looker (Software), Scatter Plots, Tree Maps, Pivot Tables And Charts, Histogram, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Macros, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Security, Data Integrity, Automation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Power Pivot Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Star Schema, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics, Data Manipulation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create Charts and Dashboards Using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Data Visualization in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Infographics, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Forecasting

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Conditional Formatting, Tables and Charts in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    255 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, R Programming, Alteryx, Dashboard, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Tableau Software, Data Cleansing, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Debugging, Data Visualization, Automation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Statistical Analysis

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pivot table courses

  • Excel Basics for Data Analysis: IBM
  • Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables: Coursera
  • Data Analysis with Excel Pivot Tables: Coursera
  • Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization: Macquarie University
  • Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos: IBM
  • Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate: EDUCBA
  • Power Pivot Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Create Charts and Dashboards Using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Data Visualization in Excel: Macquarie University

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pivot Table

A pivot table is a powerful data analysis tool commonly used in spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel. It allows users to summarize, analyze, and present large datasets in a more digestible format. By transforming raw data into meaningful insights, pivot tables enable users to identify trends, patterns, and relationships within the data. This capability is essential for making informed business decisions, as it helps in visualizing complex information and extracting actionable insights.‎

Proficiency in pivot tables can open doors to various job opportunities. Roles such as data analyst, business analyst, financial analyst, and operations manager often require strong skills in data manipulation and reporting. Additionally, positions in marketing, sales, and project management may also benefit from the ability to create and interpret pivot tables, as they help in analyzing performance metrics and making data-driven decisions.‎

To effectively learn pivot tables, you should focus on developing skills in data organization, spreadsheet functions, and basic data analysis. Familiarity with Excel or similar spreadsheet software is crucial, as is understanding how to manipulate data fields, apply filters, and create calculated fields within pivot tables. Additionally, learning how to visualize data through charts and graphs can enhance your ability to present findings clearly.‎

There are several excellent online courses available for learning pivot tables. For instance, the course Mastering Advanced Pivot Tables in Excel provides in-depth training on advanced techniques. Another option is Power Pivot Fundamentals, which covers essential concepts and functionalities of pivot tables in Excel. These courses cater to various skill levels and can help you build a solid foundation.‎

Yes. You can start learning pivot table on Coursera for free in two ways:

  1. Preview the first module of many pivot table courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  2. 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 pivot table, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

To learn pivot tables effectively, start by familiarizing yourself with the basic functionalities of spreadsheet software like Excel. Begin with introductory tutorials or courses that cover the fundamentals. Practice by working with sample datasets to create your own pivot tables, experimenting with different layouts and calculations. As you gain confidence, explore more advanced features and techniques to enhance your data analysis skills.‎

Typical topics covered in pivot table courses include creating and formatting pivot tables, using slicers and filters, grouping data, and performing calculations. Courses may also address how to visualize data through charts and graphs, as well as best practices for presenting findings. Additionally, some courses might explore the integration of pivot tables with other data analysis tools and techniques.‎

For training and upskilling employees, courses like Mastering Advanced Pivot Tables in Excel are particularly beneficial. They provide comprehensive training that can enhance employees' data analysis capabilities, making them more effective in their roles. Investing in such training can lead to improved decision-making and increased productivity within the workforce.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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