Excel Analytics Essentials
Learn the fundamentals of creating data-driven analyses in Excel.
Get in touchNext course date 10 Feb, 2025
Duration 2d in-person or 10.5h online
Class size Up to 25 learners
Who’s it for Everyone
Course overview
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Unlock the potential of Microsoft Excel to analyze data effectively and make informed decisions with Excel Analytics Essentials. This hands-on workshop is designed to provide you with the skills and tools used by analytics professionals to transform raw data into actionable insights. In this course, you’ll develop practical expertise in leveraging Excel’s powerful features to address real-world analytical challenges. Learn how to define clear objectives, explore data relationships, and apply essential techniques to clean, organize, and prepare datasets for analysis. Following a structured exploratory data analysis (EDA) approach, you’ll uncover patterns, identify trends, and visualize insights using dynamic Excel charts and graphs. Gain the confidence to interpret data accurately and present your findings in a way that drives impactful decisions. Whether you’re new to analytics or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course provides a solid foundation for success in today’s data-driven environment. With a focus on practical tools and techniques, Excel Analytics Essentials equips you to approach analytical challenges systematically and effectively. |
ContextDefine clear objectives and formulate specific questions that your analysis aims to answer. Understand the impact of your analysis on various stakeholders and how to tailor your approach to meet their needs. VariableExplore different types of variables, such as categorical and numerical. Gain insights into how to examine relationships between these variables to uncover hidden patterns within your data. WranglingMaster essential techniques for cleaning and preparing raw data, including handling missing values, removing duplicates, and correcting errors. Learn methods for merging and joining datasets from different sources to create a comprehensive dataset for your analysis. AnalysisExplore and summarize the main characteristics of your data. Learn to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies within your data to generate actionable insights. VisualizationExplore various Excel charts and graphs available, such as bar charts, line charts, scatter plots, and box plots. Present data visually to make your insights more accessible and understandable. |
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How this workshop can help
We upskill people in the core data and communication skills required to make an impact in organizations, transforming professionals into influential contributors.
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Course delivery options
In-Person Team Training
Gather a group of between 10-25 learners for a private in-person class led by StoryIQ Master Facilitator. Delivered at a venue of your choosing, our private classes are customizable to your team’s needs.
Get startedCourse duration
- 2 days in-person
Course options
Post-training consultation sessions
After completing the course, participants will apply what they have learned to their own data problem as a post-training activity. A StoryIQ Instructor will then meet with small groups of 3-5 participants to evaluate progress and provide feedback.
Department-wide or organization-wide rollout
We provide special additional support for leaders and L&D professionals who are responsible for fostering data analytics skills more widely throughout their organization. Talk to us about your specific needs.
In-Person Public Training
Join a group of up to 25 learners in a public in-person class led by StoryIQ Master Facilitator. Learn alongside attendees from various industries, in a class described by learners as ‘instantly applicable’.
View upcoming eventsCourse duration
- 2 days in-person
Virtual Team Training
Gather a group of between 10 – 25 learners for a private online class led by StoryIQ Master Facilitator. Delivered live via Zoom or similar platforms, our private virtual classes are customizable to your team’s needs.
Get startedCourse duration
- 3.5-hour virtual sessions held over three days
Course options
Post-training consultation sessions
After completing the course, participants will apply what they have learned to their own data problem as a post-training activity. A StoryIQ Instructor will then meet with small groups of 3-5 participants to evaluate progress and provide feedback.
Department-wide or organization-wide rollout
We provide special additional support for leaders and L&D professionals who are responsible for fostering data analytics skills more widely throughout their organization. Talk to us about your specific needs.
Virtual Public Training
Join a group of up to 25 learners in a public in-person class led by StoryIQ Master Facilitator. Learn alongside attendees from various industries, in a class described by learners as ‘instantly applicable’.
View upcoming eventsDuration
- 3.5-hour virtual sessions held over three days
Custom workshops
We specialize in private classes for teams. Get in touch and we can discuss your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The conceptual components of the material can also be appreciated by those who possess advanced Excel skills but might need a more analytical approach when it comes to uncovering insights from datasets.
Course materials will be provided on the training day and may be shared beforehand upon request.
Do you have more questions?
We’d love to discuss your learning needs. Reach out and a member of our team will get back to you.
