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Business Data Analytics with Excel

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Business Data Analytics with Excel

Barry Finder

Instructor: Barry Finder

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Organize, clean, and analyze business data using Microsoft Excel.

  • Apply Excel formulas, functions, and charts to identify trends and generate actionable insights.

  • Interpret data to support informed business decisions.

  • Communicate analytical findings through effective data visualizations and data storytelling.

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August 2026

Assessments

11 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 2 modules in this course

Excel is a practical tool for organizing information, spotting patterns, and turning raw data into useful summaries. In this module, you'll explore how to sort and filter data, use essential functions, create basic charts, apply conditional formatting, and build pivot tables to summarize larger datasets. Through hands-on practice, you'll learn how Excel can support everyday data analysis tasks and help you communicate information more clearly. As you practice with Excel, focus on the question you are trying to answer with the data. Choosing the right feature becomes easier when you know what decision or insight you need to support.

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77 readings6 assignments

Data analytics helps organizations turn everyday information into meaningful insights that support better decisions. In this module, you'll explore how data is used to solve real-world business challenges across industries such as retail, healthcare, and finance. Through practical scenarios and hands-on activities, you'll practice interpreting data, identifying trends, and applying appropriate analytical techniques to address common workplace problems. Look for patterns across multiple pieces of information rather than relying on a single data point. Combining evidence from different sources often leads to stronger conclusions and better decisions.

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56 readings5 assignments

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