Excel Essentials Training – Master the Foundations for Professional Efficiency
Why Learn Excel Today?
Whether you're a student, employee, career switcher, or currently seeking a job, mastering Microsoft Excel is a must-have skill. Used across every industry — from finance and administration to marketing and project management — Excel increases your productivity, autonomy, and value in the workplace.
Our Excel – Essentials Training gives you hands-on skills you can apply immediately. You'll learn how to organize data, automate calculations, format spreadsheets, and make the most of Excel’s powerful core features to save time every day.
Designed to be fully digital and interactive, this course is focused on active learning: no lengthy manuals or passive watching. Your hands stay on the keyboard, your eyes on the screen — every minute is dedicated to real practice.
By the end of the training, you won’t just know how Excel works — you’ll have a solid, practical command of the essential tools that drive real impact in professional environments.
Introduction to the Excel Essentials Training
Module 1 – Get Started with Excel: Interface and Core Features
- Familiarize yourself with the Excel interface: Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and menus
- Understand the structure of an Excel file: workbooks, sheets, and cells
- Manage data efficiently: auto-fill, freeze panes, and smooth navigation
- Boost your productivity with essential keyboard shortcuts and time-saving tricks
- Customize your workspace for a streamlined experience
- Create, name, and organize tabs to structure your work effectively
Module 2 – Simplify Calculations with Named Ranges
- Create custom names for cells or data ranges
- Navigate large spreadsheets easily using named references
- Manage and edit names using Excel’s Name Manager
- Insert named ranges into formulas for greater clarity and control
Module 3 – Build Professional Tables and Set Up for Printing
- Apply automatic formatting to improve table readability
- Create and reuse custom styles for a consistent design
- Use conditional formatting to highlight key data points
- Master sorting and filtering tools for data analysis
- Adjust cell formats for numbers, dates, currency, and text
- Set up your tables for clean, print-ready output (margins, orientation, headers)
Module 4 – Master Essential Excel Formulas
- Understand the difference between relative and absolute references
- Search, insert, and combine functions to automate calculations
- Work with foundational formulas: SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, TODAY
- Implement logical formulas (IF), text functions, and date calculations
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Excel Training – Frequently Asked Questions
This course is ideal for beginners, students, office workers, job seekers, or anyone looking to build a solid foundation in Microsoft Excel — whether for professional use or personal productivity. No advanced knowledge is required.
Not at all. A basic familiarity with Windows or macOS is sufficient. This course is designed for beginners, with clear step-by-step explanations and real-time demonstrations led by an expert instructor.
Each participant must have access to a working version of Microsoft Excel. If needed, a free trial version can be downloaded from Microsoft’s official website prior to the training.
The course features a wide range of hands-on exercises based on real-world scenarios: creating tables, using formulas, formatting, sorting, filtering, building charts, and more. You’ll learn by doing, ensuring long-term retention and confidence.
Absolutely. This Excel course is available in-person or online, depending on your preference. The remote version is conducted live with a trainer and includes screen sharing, interactive demos, and personalized guidance throughout.
Yes. Upon completing the course, you will receive an official certificate of participation that validates your new Excel skills — perfect for your resume or LinkedIn profile.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites
A basic understanding of Windows or macOS environments is recommended, along with general familiarity with Microsoft Office tools. No advanced skills are required — this course is designed to make Excel accessible and approachable for everyone.
Training Materials Provided
- Comprehensive training guide covering both theory and step-by-step practical exercises
- Access to a computer equipped with Microsoft Excel (available during in-person or remote sessions)
What You’ll Need
- A personal computer with a stable internet connection
- Microsoft Excel installed (version 2016 or later is recommended)
If you don’t already have Excel, a free trial version is available from the official Microsoft website.
Objectives:
Excel Training — Core Foundations: What You’ll Gain
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand Excel’s interface, workbook structure, and manage sheets with confidence
- Create and use named ranges to simplify and clarify your formulas
- Format and structure tables for professional and polished presentation
- Use Excel formulas, common functions, and logical operators effectively
- Visualize your data through clear and relevant charts
Who Should Attend This Excel Training?
The Excel – Core Foundations course is designed for beginners or self-taught users looking to solidify their understanding of Excel. Whether you’re starting fresh or want to build confidence with key features, this course delivers practical, step-by-step learning supported by real-world exercises.
Our Teaching Approach
This training follows a 100% personalized approach: we tailor the experience to your current skill level, learning objectives, and pace. You’ll benefit from a hands-on methodology focused on practical use, problem-solving, and independent learning.
Why Choose Doussou Formation to Learn Excel?
- Expert instructors who adapt to your goals and experience level
- An up-to-date curriculum with interactive, real-life examples
- Step-by-step guidance that simplifies learning and builds lasting confidence
- Practical learning resources to continue practicing after the course
Training Highlights
This Excel Foundations course offers a well-balanced blend of theory, live demonstrations, and guided exercises. You’ll progress step by step with the support of a professional trainer, gaining hands-on skills that you can apply immediately in real-life scenarios.
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Practical information
- Duration: 1 day(s)
- Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (2 coffee breaks + 1-hour lunch)
- Format: Online (live virtual classroom with instructor)
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Why Take This Excel Training?
Whether you're currently employed, job hunting, or exploring a career shift, mastering Microsoft Excel is an essential skill in today’s professional landscape. Our course, “Excel: The Essentials”, offers a clear, hands-on, and step-by-step approach to help you build a solid foundation with this powerful tool.
By enrolling in this course, you will:
- Gain a full understanding of Excel’s interface and core features
- Learn to structure, sort, filter, and format your spreadsheets efficiently
- Master key formulas, logical functions (IF, AND, OR), automated calculations, and dynamic references
- Create clear data visualizations, pivot tables, and even your first macros
- Work on practical exercises from day one — no time wasted on unnecessary theory
- Boost your speed and autonomy with expert tips, shortcuts, and real-world scenarios
This training is designed to deliver concrete results. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to use Excel confidently and professionally — making your day-to-day work faster, smarter, and more impactful.
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