Overview:
The MORS Certificate in Excel Functions for Data Analysts is a five-day course designed for beginner to mid-level analysts who wish to enhance their Excel skills and see what is new. Participants will learn how to conduct analysis and prepare briefs for decision makers using only Microsoft Office products. The course begins with the basics to provide a strong foundation, then builds up to a more in-depth look at various tools and functions within Excel. On the final day, participants will create and present a Capstone Project that combines everything they have learned throughout the week.
During the first 3 days (Week 1), the course material is taught with in-course work and overnight homework to reinforce the material covered. Between weeks, a practice Capstone Project is presented to provide more opportunities to reinforce the material. Finally, during the last 2 days (Week 2) an actual Capstone Project is presented: the first day of Week 2, each student works the capstone project independently, while the second day, students are grouped into teams to present the results of the Capstone to the instructors.
MORS has partnered with Virginia Tech to offer this certificate. Participants will receive a number Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon completion, in accordance with the number of contact hours determined by Virginia Tech.
Objectives:
Through a combination of lectures and group work, our expert instructors will introduce participants to a variety of different Excel tools and functions, including:
- Probability, statistics, and simulation
- Creating charts
- Data query and analysis
- Visual basic and dashboards
Requirements: Computer equipped with Excel 2016 or beyond (anything before 2016 will not work), plus three add-ins that will be used in the course: Data Analysis Toolpak, Solver, and Visual Basic Editor