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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Program Development, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Mastering Data Analysis in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, Business Risk Management, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Risk Modeling, Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Probability, Financial Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART)

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Regression Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Processing, Databases, Database Systems, Data Storage, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, NoSQL, Transaction Processing, Data Management, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      454 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Fundamentals of UI/UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Centered Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, User Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      315 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Visualization, Drive Engagement, Photo Editing, Writing and Editing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      271 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Foundational Finance for Strategic Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Loans, Finance, Microsoft Excel, General Finance, Corporate Finance, Mortgage Loans, Financial Analysis, Equities, Investments, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Investment Management, Capital Budgeting, Capital Markets, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Business Mathematics, Financial Planning, Cash Flows

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Microsoft Azure, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Science, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      292 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      SAS

      Getting Started with SAS Programming

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Data Validation, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, SQL, Data Presentation, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Forecasting, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Sales Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Production Planning, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Media Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising, English Language, Media and Communications, Online Advertising, Vocabulary, Literacy, Cultural Diversity, Journalism, Persuasive Communication, Facebook

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Professionalism in Allied Health

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Professional Development, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Conscientiousness, Communication, Trustworthiness, Compassion, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      749 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular microsoft office courses

    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mastering Data Analysis in Excel: Duke University
    • Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • Fundamentals of UI/UX Design: Microsoft
    • Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Foundational Finance for Strategic Decision Making: University of Michigan
    • Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • Getting Started with SAS Programming: SAS
    • Supply Chain Planning: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Why Learn Microsoft Office?

    Microsoft Office includes essential tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook that support communication, data management, and productivity. These applications are widely used across industries and job functions. Learning Microsoft Office can help you work more efficiently, collaborate effectively, and build foundational digital skills for a variety of roles.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Microsoft Office

    Knowing why you want to learn Microsoft Office, such as for enhancing your job skills or personal organization, will guide your learning. Regular use and practice with the software modules like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint enhance your skills. Join communities like Microsoft’s official forums or LinkedIn Learning groups for tips and resources. Work on real projects such as creating documents or spreadsheets. Microsoft 365 Fundamentals by Microsoft on Coursera is a great starting point.‎

    Coursera offers courses covering key Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Popular options include Work Smarter with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel Skills for Business from Macquarie University. Some broader business or IT courses also include Office training as part of their curriculum.‎

    Yes. Many Microsoft Office courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to view videos and readings at no cost. You’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid if you want a certificate or access to graded assignments.‎

    You’ll learn how to create and format documents in Word, build and analyze spreadsheets in Excel, design effective presentations in PowerPoint, and manage email and calendars in Outlook. Courses may also cover productivity tips and time-saving features.‎

    No experience is needed. Many courses are designed for beginners and walk you through each tool step by step. You can also find more advanced topics like Excel formulas or PowerPoint design techniques if you already have the basics down.‎

    Yes. Microsoft Office skills are essential in most workplaces, and knowing how to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook can improve your productivity and make you more competitive for administrative, business, and technical roles. A certificate from Coursera can help you demonstrate these skills to employers.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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