Microsoft Excel Basics

Excel Basics + Power Tips: Boost Productivity in Just One Day 

Turn Microsoft Excel into your most powerful productivity tool with this comprehensive Excel training course. Designed for beginners and early intermediate users, Pryor’s Excel training starts with foundational skills and moves into advanced tips that help you streamline work, save time and stand out. Whether you're building your skills for personal use or professional growth, this course delivers practical knowledge you can apply immediately. 

Say goodbye to thick manuals and endless tutorials. Our one-day seminar cuts through the noise and delivers focused, high-impact Excel training — fast. In just a few hours, you'll gain a solid understanding of core Excel functions, plus insider tips and tools that even experienced users may not know. It's the fastest way to get up to speed and start using Excel like a pro — without the stress of deadlines or distractions. 

Break out of outdated habits and unlock Excel’s full potential. You'll discover how to use charts, graphs, formatting tools, borders, shading and more to create clean, professional spreadsheets that grab attention and communicate clearly. Plus, you’ll take home a valuable reference workbook packed with tips and strategies for ongoing success. 

Microsoft Excel Course Materials: 

• Essential Excel formulas and functions that put spreadsheet power at your fingertips 
• How to design and structure effective worksheets before entering any data 
• Step-by-step guidance for creating impactful charts and graphs 
• Time-saving editing techniques: confidently copy, move, insert and delete data 
• Solutions to common printing problems — no more frustrating output issues 
• How to create and use simple macros, even if you're just getting started 

Why It Works: 

This seminar is perfect for beginners and intermediate users looking to sharpen their skills quickly. You’ll learn through an expert-led, hands-off teaching method that maximizes understanding without the delays of in-class data entry. Your included workbook lets you apply what you’ve learned on your own time, at your own pace. 

Ready to Work Smarter? 

Excel training is one of the best ways to boost employee productivity and improve workplace performance. Take advantage of our complete Excel training series — attend both Microsoft Excel Basics and Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics to maximize your learning and savings. 

Please Note: This is a lecture-style seminar, not a hands-on workshop. Our expert-led, hands-off approach is designed to maximize your learning in less time—without the delays of manual data entry or waiting for others to catch up. You'll receive a comprehensive workbook with all the course content so you can practice and apply what you've learned at your own pace, whenever it's most convenient for you. 

Take a Fast and Focused Tour of Excel Basics 

Get up and running with the essentials: 

• Shortcut Menus: Instantly access the right commands for any task 
• Mastering Excel Help: Find exactly what you need—no endless searching or scrolling 
• Selecting Cells and Ranges: Two easy methods for accurate selection 
• File-Finding Tips: Locate files or specific workbooks in seconds 
• Build from Scratch: Step-by-step guidance for creating a worksheet from the ground up 
• Smart Planning: What to consider before building a worksheet to meet your goals 
• Quick Entry Tips: Speed up text and number entry with easy shortcuts 
• Zoom and View: Adjust your view effortlessly with zoom options 
• Freeze Titles and Labels: Keep headers in place while navigating your data 

Harness the Real Power Behind the Numbers 

Eliminate confusion and take control of calculations: 

• Formula and Function Basics: Clear, practical guidance to end formula frustration 
• Easy Math: Learn to subtract, multiply and divide with confidence 
• Powerful Functions: Use built-in tools to calculate averages, percentages and more 

Create Visually Impactful, Professional Worksheets 

Design worksheets that are clear, polished, and effective: 

• Formatting Fundamentals: Five key rules for readable, attractive spreadsheets 
• Streamlined Formatting: Control alignment, decimals, currency symbols and more with one simple step 
• Boost Readability: Apply fonts, borders and shading that make your data stand out 

Print with Confidence — No More Trial and Error 

Get the exact output you need, every time: 

• Print Options: Customize your prints with headers, footers and page numbers 
• Tame Page Breaks: Set manual breaks and ensure titles appear on every page 

Visualize Data with Impactful Charts 

Turn numbers into insight with easy-to-build charts: 

• Charting Terms Demystified: A simple glossary to understand key charting concepts 
• Chart Wizard Made Easy: Build eye-catching charts even if you’re brand new to Excel 
• Chart Placement Options: Learn when to use embedded charts, separate charts or dedicated chart sheets 

Work Smarter, Faster and with Less Effort 

Boost your productivity with powerful Excel shortcuts: 

• Split Windows for Large Worksheets: Compare data side by side with ease 
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Time-saving tips for users who prefer the keyboard over the mouse 
• Macros Made Simple: Discover how to automate repetitive tasks—even as a beginner 

Who is this Microsoft Excel Basics course designed for? 

This course is ideal for beginners and early intermediate Excel users who want to quickly build foundational skills and learn practical, time-saving tips. Whether you're using Excel for personal projects or professional growth, this one-day seminar helps you work smarter and more confidently. 

Is the Excel Basics course hands-on or lecture-based? 

This is a lecture-style seminar, not a hands-on workshop. The expert-led format ensures fast-paced, high-impact learning without the delays of in-class data entry. You'll receive a comprehensive workbook so you can practice and apply what you’ve learned at your own pace after the course. 

What topics are covered in the Excel Basics course? 

The course covers essential Excel skills like formulas, functions, formatting, and chart creation. You'll learn how to structure worksheets, automate tasks with simple macros, solve printing issues and boost productivity with powerful shortcuts — all in just one day.