Excel for Everyday Work

Excel is one of the most widely used workplace tools, but many people only use a small fraction of its capabilities. This practical half-day course helps you develop the confidence and skills to work more efficiently with spreadsheets, making everyday tasks quicker, more accurate and easier to manage.

Designed for professionals with a basic understanding of Excel, the course provides step-by-step guidance on organising data, using common formulas and creating simple charts. Through practical exercises and expert support, you’ll discover time-saving techniques that can be applied immediately in your day-to-day work.

Please bring your own laptop with Microsoft Excel installed so you can work using the version you’re most familiar with.

• Navigate and format spreadsheets efficiently.
• Organise and manage data accurately.
• Use essential formulas including SUM, COUNT and AVERAGE.
• Apply number, date and currency formatting.
• Sort and filter data to find information quickly.
• Create simple charts and graphs to present information clearly.
• Save time using practical shortcuts and efficient workflows.

Microsoft Excel is an essential workplace tool for managing information, analysing data and producing professional reports. Whether you’re tracking budgets, maintaining records or creating spreadsheets for colleagues, knowing how to use Excel efficiently can save significant time and improve accuracy.

This practical half-day course builds on basic Excel knowledge, helping participants develop greater confidence in using everyday features that improve productivity. You’ll revisit essential formatting techniques before learning how to organise data more effectively and apply commonly used formulas, including SUM, COUNT and AVERAGE.

The course also explores practical tools for sorting and filtering information, making it easier to find, analyse and manage data. You’ll learn how to present information visually using simple charts and graphs, helping you communicate results clearly and professionally.

Throughout the session, you’ll work through practical examples with guidance from an experienced trainer, gaining useful tips and techniques that can be applied immediately in your workplace. By the end of the course, you’ll have greater confidence in using Excel efficiently, improving both the quality and accuracy of your everyday work.

We’d be happy to discuss your requirements and the training options available.

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