Dear Students,
Welcome to the Course "Data Analysis Using Excel and Python"! The course is divided into two parts and in the first part, we will learn how to solve business problems in Excel and generate Data Driven Insights.
Microsoft Excel is more than just a spreadsheet application—it's a powerful tool that supports critical decision-making and enhances business efficiency. This course/module on Business Applications in Excel introduces participants to the practical use of Excel in solving real-world business problems. It equips students, managers, and professionals with the skills to structure, analyze, and interpret data for informed decision-making.
Excel’s versatility makes it indispensable across business functions—whether it’s financial modeling, sales forecasting, operations tracking, or HR analytics. Through hands-on exercises and business case scenarios, learners will explore key features such as formulas, functions, pivot tables, charts, data validation, conditional formatting, dashboards, and automation using macros.
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
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Apply Excel tools to perform quantitative and qualitative analysis
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Create professional business reports and dashboards
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Use Excel as a decision-support system
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Improve efficiency in data management and workflow automation
This foundation will enable learners to work confidently with data and contribute effectively to strategic and operational business goals.
- Faculty: Shilpi Jain