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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 was created by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP with an address at 300 Madison Avenue, New York, New York, 10017.

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Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 20 hours to complete

English

Skills you will gain

Data Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Pivot Table
Data Cleansing

Flexible deadlines

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Course 2 of 5 in the

Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 20 hours to complete

English

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Alex Mannella

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Week1

Week 1

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

Welcome to Problem Solving with Excel4mTao of Excel6mWeek 1 Welcome2mExcel Basics and Navigation Part 15mExcel Basics and Navigation Part 26mA Message from our Chief People Officer at PwC41sPaste Special - Part 16mPaste Special - Part 22mCell Locking - Part 16mCell Locking - Part 22mNamed Ranges6mSubtotal - Part 17mSubtotal - Part 22m

10 readings

Course Overview and Syllabus10mMeet the PwC Content Developers10mGuiding Principles for Using Excel30mExcel Basics Workbook10mExcel Basics and Navigation Handout10mBasic Functionality Workbook25mBasic Functionality Handout10mSubtotal Excel Workbook25mSubtotal Handout10mWeek 1 Project30m

4 practice exercises

Excel Basics and Navigation Quiz30mBasic Functionality Quiz30mSubtotal Quiz30mWeek 1 project quiz5m

Week2

Week 2

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

Welcome to Week 21mVLookup6mUse VLOOKUP, data validation and multiple VLOOKUPs together2mHLOOKUP2mNesting5mData Cleansing: Values - CLEAN- 1a2mData Cleansing: Values - CLEAN -1b2mData Cleansing: Values - TRIM1mData Cleansing: Values - SUBSTITUTE -3a2mData Cleansing: Values - SUBSTITUTE - 3b1mData Cleansing: Values - STORED AS TEXT2mData Cleansing: Values - De-DUPLICATING1mData Cleansing: Text Functions4mText - LEN & FIND3mText - CONCATENATE3mText - Data Validation5m

8 readings

VLookup Workbook30mVLookup Handout10mData Cleansing: Values Workbook30mData Cleansing: Values Handout10mData Cleansing: Text Workbook30mData Cleansing: Text Handout10mHints for Week 2 Project5mWeek 2 Project35m

4 practice exercises

VLookup30mData Cleansing - Values Quiz30mData Cleanse - Text Quiz30mWeek 2 Quiz5m

Week3

Week 3

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

Welcome to Week 32mLogical Functions: Introduction5mLogical Functions - COUNTIFS7mLogical Functions - COUNTIFS Part 22mLogical Functions - SUMIFS3mLogical Functions - SUMIFS Part 25mLogical Functions - IF + THEN1mLogical Functions - IF + AND2mLogical Functions - IF + OR2mLogical Functions - Nesting3mBringing Value with Excel4mPivot Tables4mNavigate a Pivot Table7mSort a Pivot Table3mAdvanced Filtering5mCalculated Fields3mSlicers2m

5 readings

Logical Functions Workbook10mLogical Functions Handout10mPivot Tables Workbook40mPivot Tables Handout10mWeek 3 Project10m

3 practice exercises

Logical Functions Quiz30mPivot Tables Quiz30mWeek 3 Project Quiz30m

Week4

Week 4

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

Welcome to Week 42mIntro to Statistical Forecasting9mStatistical Forecasting - Part 116mStatistical Forecasting - Part 27mIndex Match2mIndex Match: MATCH Formula2mx and y Variables3m2 Variable Lookup6mFinancial Function - NPV and IRR6mFinancial Function - Calculating Payment Schedule2mFinancial Function - Calculating Payment Period1mCourse Wrap-up2m

8 readings

Statistical Forecasting Workbook30mStatistical Forecasting Handout10mIndex Match Workbook30mIndex Match Handout10mFinancial Function Workbook30mFinancial Function Handout10mWeek 4 Project40mLearn more about PwC and our career opportunities10m

4 practice exercises

Statistical Forecasting Quiz30mIndex Match Quiz30mFinancial Functions30mWeek 4 Project Quiz10m

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About the Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization

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This Specialization will help you get practical with data analysis, turning business intelligence into real-world outcomes. We'll explore how a combination of better understanding, filtering, and application of data can help you solve problems faster - leading to smarter and more effective decision-making. You’ll learn how to use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other common data analysis and communication tools, and perhaps most importantly, we'll help you to present data to others in a way that gets them engaged in your story and motivated to act. Please note: If you'd like to audit the courses in this Specialization, you'll need to enroll in each course separately and then you will see the audit option. This specialization was created by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP with an address at 300 Madison Avenue, New York, New York, 10017.

Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach

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