This course explores Excel as a tool for solving business problems. In this course you will learn the basic functions of excel through guided demonstration. Each week you will build on your excel skills and be provided an opportunity to practice what you’ve learned. Finally, you will have a chance to put your knowledge to work in a final project. Please note, the content in this course was developed using a Windows version of Excel 2013.
This course is part of the Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization
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Skills you will gain
Data AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelPivot TableData Cleansing
Learner Career Outcomes
32%
started a new career after completing these courses
29%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
12%
got a pay increase or promotion
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 2 of 5 in the
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 20 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
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PwC
With offices in 157 countries and more than 208,000 people, PwC is among the leading professional services networks in the world. Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We help organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for, by delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
6 hours to complete
Overview of Excel
In this module, you will learn the basics of Excel navigation and Excel basic functionality. You will learn how to navigate the basic Excel screen including using formulas, subtotals and text formatting. We will provide you an opportunity to perform a problem solving exercise using basic Excel skills. Note: We recommend viewing videos in full-screen mode by clicking the double arrow in the lower right hand corner of your screen.
6 hours to complete
13 videos (Total 61 min), 10 readings, 4 quizzes
13 videos
Tao of Excel6m
Week 1 Welcome2m
Excel Basics and Navigation Part 15m
Excel Basics and Navigation Part 26m
A Message from our Chief People Officer at PwC41s
Paste Special - Part 16m
Paste Special - Part 22m
Cell Locking - Part 16m
Cell Locking - Part 22m
Named Ranges6m
Subtotal - Part 17m
Subtotal - Part 22m
10 readings
Course Overview and Syllabus10m
Meet the PwC Content Developers10m
Guiding Principles for Using Excel30m
Excel Basics Workbook10m
Excel Basics and Navigation Handout10m
Basic Functionality Workbook25m
Basic Functionality Handout10m
Subtotal Excel Workbook25m
Subtotal Handout10m
Week 1 Project30m
4 practice exercises
Excel Basics and Navigation Quiz30m
Basic Functionality Quiz30m
Subtotal Quiz30m
Week 1 project quiz5m
5 hours to complete
vLookups and Data Cleansing
In this module you will learn about VLookup, value cleansing and text functions. We will also introduce you to PwC's perspective on the value in cleansing data and using the appropriate functions. Finally, we will provide you an opportunity to perform a problem solving exercise using VLookup, value cleansing and text function. Note: We recommend viewing videos in full-screen mode by clicking the double arrow in the lower right hand corner of your screen.
5 hours to complete
16 videos (Total 51 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes
16 videos
VLookup6m
Use VLOOKUP, data validation and multiple VLOOKUPs together2m
HLOOKUP2m
Nesting5m
Data Cleansing: Values - CLEAN- 1a2m
Data Cleansing: Values - CLEAN -1b2m
Data Cleansing: Values - TRIM1m
Data Cleansing: Values - SUBSTITUTE -3a2m
Data Cleansing: Values - SUBSTITUTE - 3b1m
Data Cleansing: Values - STORED AS TEXT2m
Data Cleansing: Values - De-DUPLICATING1m
Data Cleansing: Text Functions4m
Text - LEN & FIND3m
Text - CONCATENATE3m
Text - Data Validation5m
8 readings
VLookup Workbook30m
VLookup Handout10m
Data Cleansing: Values Workbook30m
Data Cleansing: Values Handout10m
Data Cleansing: Text Workbook30m
Data Cleansing: Text Handout10m
Hints for Week 2 Project5m
Week 2 Project35m
4 practice exercises
VLookup30m
Data Cleansing - Values Quiz30m
Data Cleanse - Text Quiz30m
Week 2 Quiz5m
4 hours to complete
Logical Functions & Pivot Tables
In this module, you will learn about logical functions and pivot tables. We will show you how to create and use pivot tables to solve business problems. We will give you an opportunity to practice creating and using a pivot table to solve a business problem. Finally, we will share some insight on PwC’s perspectives on the impact of Excel on your career and work. Note: We recommend viewing videos in full-screen mode by clicking the double arrow in the lower right hand corner of your screen.
4 hours to complete
17 videos (Total 68 min), 5 readings, 3 quizzes
17 videos
Logical Functions: Introduction5m
Logical Functions - COUNTIFS7m
Logical Functions - COUNTIFS Part 22m
Logical Functions - SUMIFS3m
Logical Functions - SUMIFS Part 25m
Logical Functions - IF + THEN1m
Logical Functions - IF + AND2m
Logical Functions - IF + OR2m
Logical Functions - Nesting3m
Bringing Value with Excel4m
Pivot Tables4m
Navigate a Pivot Table7m
Sort a Pivot Table3m
Advanced Filtering5m
Calculated Fields3m
Slicers2m
5 readings
Logical Functions Workbook10m
Logical Functions Handout10m
Pivot Tables Workbook40m
Pivot Tables Handout10m
Week 3 Project10m
3 practice exercises
Logical Functions Quiz30m
Pivot Tables Quiz30m
Week 3 Project Quiz30m
6 hours to complete
More Advanced Formulas
In this module you will learn more advanced Excel formulas. We will show you how to create statistical formulas, perform an index match, and lastly, build financial formulas. We will provide you with an opportunity to problem solve using statistical formulas. Finally, we will give you an opportunity to practice what you have learned through a final project. Note: We recommend viewing videos in full-screen mode by clicking the double arrow in the lower right hand corner of your screen.
6 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 64 min), 8 readings, 4 quizzes
12 videos
Intro to Statistical Forecasting9m
Statistical Forecasting - Part 116m
Statistical Forecasting - Part 27m
Index Match2m
Index Match: MATCH Formula2m
x and y Variables3m
2 Variable Lookup6m
Financial Function - NPV and IRR6m
Financial Function - Calculating Payment Schedule2m
Financial Function - Calculating Payment Period1m
Course Wrap-up2m
8 readings
Statistical Forecasting Workbook30m
Statistical Forecasting Handout10m
Index Match Workbook30m
Index Match Handout10m
Financial Function Workbook30m
Financial Function Handout10m
Week 4 Project40m
Learn more about PwC and our career opportunities10m
4 practice exercises
Statistical Forecasting Quiz30m
Index Match Quiz30m
Financial Functions30m
Week 4 Project Quiz10m
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM PROBLEM SOLVING WITH EXCEL
by JGSep 4, 2017
Great course so far, learned a lot about how to use Excel functions to solve problems. However, the course may need an update on the missing videos and minor calculation errors in the workbooks.
by JKJan 11, 2017
In general the course is very well structured and to the point. In some demonstartions it is hard to see the formula syntax as it can not be more enlarged. In some videos the sound is not clear.
by CEOct 8, 2017
I am very happy with this course. I really needed it. But it's tough doing the assignments on your own (as beginners) with no one to ask questions, especially as somethings aren't fully taught,
by JCJan 27, 2017
Good Course! However, a few errors in the exercises; regardless, they made me better in the end. A few minor issues with poor video/audio quality on the exercises. Still, a worthwhile course.
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