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Advance Excel Training in Chandigarh | <strong>Microsoft Office

Specialist: Excel Associate and Excel Expert certifications</strong>

Become a Certified Excel & Power

BI Expert in Chandigarh & SAS
Nagar- Mohali
Excel and Power BI Certification Course in Chandigarh and SAS
Nagar Mohali
About Us
Excel–Power BI Analytics Academy specializes in transforming beginners
and professionals into data experts through hands-on, industry-relevant
Excel and Power BI courses in Chandigarh and SAS Nagar Mohali. Our
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Associate and Expert
certifications validate proficiency in Excel, equipping you with skills for
efficient data management, analysis, and reporting. The Associate level
covers core Excel functions, while the Expert level dives into advanced
techniques like complex formulas, macros, and PivotTables. Paired with
Power BI, our courses teach you to create actionable data visualizations
and drive strategic decisions.

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Our Excel and Power BI training in Chandigarh and SAS Nagar Mohali
helps you master data analytics through simple, easy, and basic to
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advanced level concepts. These certifications boost career prospects by

proving expertise to employers, potentially increasing earning potential by
up to 15%, and enhancing workplace efficiency through automation and
data-driven insights. As businesses increasingly rely on analytics and
reporting, the demand for Excel and Power BI skills is soaring in fields like
finance, marketing, and data analytics. Join our academy in Chandigarh
or SAS Nagar Mohali to become a data expert and stay ahead in the
future of data analytics.

“From spreadsheets to smart decisions – we

help you make data work for you.”
We make learning Excel and Power BI easy and practical. You’ll work on real
examples, build useful reports, and understand how to turn numbers into
clear stories. With step-by-step guidance from our trainers, you’ll gain
skills you can use right away at work or in your business.
Specialized Excel & Power BI training
in Chandigarh and SAS Nagar Mohali
Beginner-friendly courses progressing to advanced, analytics-driven
skills
Boost your career opportunities — MOS-certified professionals can
earn up to 15% higher salaries
Gain in-demand skills that employers in finance, marketing, IT, and
data analytics are actively seeking
Hands-on projects to help you apply learning in real-world business
scenarios
Future of Analytics = Excel + Power BI

“Learn to see the story behind the numbers –

Simple skills, powerful insights.”
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Course Content
Module 1: Excel Foundations & Data Handling
1. Getting Started with Excel

Navigating the Excel interface: ribbons, tabs, and quick access

toolbar
Understanding the difference between workbooks and worksheets
Opening, saving, and managing Excel files efficiently
Customizing the Excel environment for better productivity

2. Working with Data Entry

Entering and editing data accurately

Using keyboard shortcuts for faster work
Understanding data types: numbers, text, dates, and currency
Preventing common mistakes in data entry

3. Formatting for Clarity

Applying number formats, date formats, and custom formats

Adjusting column widths, row heights, and alignment for readability
Using cell styles for consistency
Adding borders, shading, and themes for professional-looking sheets

4. Formulas & Basic Functions

Understanding the formula bar and how Excel calculates

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Using basic arithmetic formulas (+, –, *, /)

Introduction to common functions: SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX, COUNT
Understanding cell references (relative, absolute, mixed) and when
to use them

5. Organizing & Structuring Data

Sorting data alphabetically, numerically, and by custom order

Filtering data to find exactly what you need
Freezing panes and splitting windows for large datasets
Grouping and outlining rows or columns for better navigation

6. Data Cleaning Essentials

Removing duplicates and fixing empty cells

Trimming extra spaces and correcting inconsistent text
Handling errors like #DIV/0! and #N/A
Converting text to numbers or dates

7. Introduction to Data Validation

Creating drop-down lists for consistent data entry

Setting rules for acceptable inputs
Preventing invalid entries with custom messages

Module 2: Advanced Excel for Data Analysis

1. Logical Functions for Smarter Decisions
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Understanding the IF function for simple decision-making

Combining multiple conditions with AND & OR
Writing nested IFs for multi-step logic
Real-world examples: pass/fail results, sales commission calculation,
and project status flags

2. Lookup Functions to Find Data Quickly

Mastering VLOOKUP for vertical data searches

Using HLOOKUP for horizontal data searches
Introducing XLOOKUP for faster, more flexible lookups
Handling errors with IFERROR in lookups
Practical examples: pulling product prices, matching employee IDs,
retrieving customer details

3. Text Functions for Data Cleaning & Manipulation

Extracting specific text with LEFT, RIGHT, and MID

Finding text positions with FIND and SEARCH
Combining text with CONCATENATE and TEXTJOIN
Cleaning messy data with TRIM, PROPER, UPPER, LOWER
Real-world uses: cleaning customer names, splitting codes,
formatting phone numbers

4. Date & Time Functions for Reporting

Understanding Excel’s date and time system

Calculating differences with DATEDIF and NETWORKDAYS
Extracting day, month, and year from a date
Creating dynamic reports with TODAY and NOW

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Practical examples: project deadlines, employee age, workdays

between two dates

5. Named Ranges & Dynamic Formulas

Creating and managing named ranges for easier formulas

Making formulas dynamic with OFFSET and INDEX
Using structured references in tables
Real-world use: updating reports automatically when new data is
added

6. Conditional Formatting for Instant Insights

Applying color scales, data bars, and icon sets

Creating custom rules for highlighting important data
Using formulas in conditional formatting for advanced logic
Examples: highlighting top performers, overdue tasks, and sales
below target

7. Working with Tables for Structured Data Management

Converting data into Excel tables for better organization

Understanding table features like auto-fill and structured references
Sorting, filtering, and applying slicers to tables
Benefits for automation and Power Query integration

Module 3: Data Analysis Tools in Excel

1. PivotTables – The Heart of Data Analysis

Understanding what PivotTables are and why they’re powerful

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Creating PivotTables from raw data

Rearranging (pivoting) fields to view data from different angles
Summarizing data with counts, sums, averages, and percentages
Grouping data by dates, numbers, or categories
Real-world uses: monthly sales summaries, employee performance
reports, expense tracking

2. PivotCharts – Visualizing Your Analysis

Converting PivotTables into interactive charts

Choosing the right chart type for your data
Formatting PivotCharts for clarity and impact
Updating charts automatically when PivotTables change

3. Grouping, Filtering & Slicers for Interactive Insights

Grouping data by months, quarters, or custom categories

Using filters to focus on relevant information
Adding slicers for quick, visual filtering of PivotTables and PivotCharts
Practical examples: region-based sales filters, department-wise HR
reports

4. Data Validation & Drop-Down Lists

Creating drop-down menus for consistent data entry

Restricting inputs to specific ranges or formats
Custom error messages to guide users
Real-world use: product selection lists, employee role assignment,
category tagging

5. What-If Analysis – Testing Different Scenarios

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Using Goal Seek to find the value needed to reach a target

Exploring different possibilities with Scenario Manager
Understanding Data Tables for quick “what-if” calculations
Examples: pricing adjustments, budget forecasts, and target
planning

6. Quick Analysis Tools

Using the Quick Analysis button for instant formatting, charts, and
totals
Spotting trends and summaries in just a few clicks
When and why to use Quick Analysis over manual setup

Module 4: Power Query in Excel

1. Introduction to Power Query

What Power Query is and why it’s important for data analysis
The difference between Power Query in Excel and Power Query in
Power BI
Navigating the Power Query Editor interface
Understanding the concept of query steps and applied
transformations

2. Connecting to Multiple Data Sources

Importing data from Excel files, CSV, text, and XML

Connecting to databases such as SQL Server, Access, and MySQL
Pulling data from online sources and web pages
Combining data from multiple files in a folder into one dataset
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3. Basic Data Cleaning Techniques

Removing unwanted rows, columns, and blank records

Renaming columns for clarity and consistency
Changing data types (text, number, date, currency)
Sorting and filtering data inside Power Query

4. Advanced Data Transformation

Splitting columns by delimiter or character position

Merging multiple columns into one
Extracting specific portions of text (e.g., first name from full name)
Trimming spaces and fixing inconsistent text entries
Replacing values across datasets

5. Combining & Merging Data

Appending queries to stack datasets vertically

Merging queries to combine datasets horizontally based on a key
column
Understanding join types: inner join, left join, right join, full outer join
Practical uses: combining monthly sales files, merging customer lists
with transaction data

6. Adding Calculated Columns & Custom Logic

Creating custom columns with formulas in Power Query

Adding conditional columns for automated categorization
Real examples: calculating discounts, grouping customers by spend
level

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7. Automating Data Refresh & Loading Options

Setting up refresh so reports update with one click

Understanding data load options (load to table, load to PivotTable,
connection only)
Best practices for maintaining a clean and efficient Power Query
workflow

Module 5: Introduction to Power BI

1. Understanding Power BI

What Power BI is and how it fits into modern data analytics

Key components: Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI
Mobile
Difference between Excel and Power BI — when to use each tool
How Power BI connects to different data sources

2. Navigating the Power BI Desktop Interface

Overview of the ribbon, fields pane, and visualizations pane

Understanding the three main views: Report View, Data View, Model
View
Customizing the interface for a smoother workflow

3. Importing Data into Power BI

Connecting to Excel, CSV, databases, and cloud-based sources

Using Power Query in Power BI for data transformation
Setting data types and field properties
Best practices for importing clean and well-structured data
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4. Introduction to Data Modeling

Understanding tables, fields, and relationships

Creating relationships between multiple datasets
Primary keys, foreign keys, and cardinality explained
Avoiding common data model mistakes

5. Working with Columns, Measures & DAX

Difference between calculated columns and measures

Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for calculations
Simple DAX formulas for totals, averages, and conditional results

6. Introduction to Visualizations

Adding different chart types: bar, line, pie, map, card, and table
Choosing the right visual for your data
Formatting visuals for clarity and better storytelling

7. Saving & Sharing Reports

Saving Power BI Desktop files (.pbix)

Publishing to Power BI Service for online access
Overview of how to securely share reports with others

Module 6: Building Interactive Reports in

Power BI
1. Choosing the Right Visuals for Your Data

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Overview of visual types: bar, line, pie, maps, cards, gauges, tables,
and matrices
Matching visuals to data types for effective storytelling
Avoiding over-complication by keeping visuals clear and relevant

2. Creating and Formatting Visuals

Adding visuals to the report canvas

Customizing colors, labels, titles, and legends for better readability
Using built-in themes or creating custom ones for brand consistency
Aligning and grouping visuals for a clean, professional look

3. Adding Interactivity with Filters and Slicers

Applying visual-level, page-level, and report-level filters

Adding slicers for quick category or date-based filtering
Using multiple slicers together for deeper drill-down analysis
Real-world examples: filtering sales by region, department, or time
period

4. Drill-Down, Drill-Up & Drill-Through Navigation

Setting up hierarchies for drill-down (e.g., Year → Quarter → Month →

Day)
Allowing users to explore details without leaving the main report
Creating drill-through pages for focused insights on specific data
points

5. Creating Calculated Fields & Measures with DAX

Using calculated columns for custom data categories

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Building measures for KPIs, growth rates, and performance metrics

Common DAX functions for advanced calculations (CALCULATE,
DIVIDE, SUMX)

6. Designing Effective Report Layouts

Placing KPIs and key visuals in priority positions

Grouping related visuals to guide user attention
Using whitespace strategically for a clean look
Optimizing for mobile view with responsive layouts

7. Publishing & Sharing Your Reports

Publishing to Power BI Service for online access

Managing permissions and secure sharing
Setting up scheduled data refresh for real-time dashboards

Module 7: Advanced Power BI Features

1. Advanced Data Modeling

Managing relationships between multiple datasets

One-to-many, many-to-many, and bidirectional relationships
explained
Using role-playing dimensions (e.g., Order Date vs. Ship Date)
Designing efficient star and snowflake schemas for faster
performance

2. Advanced DAX for Deeper Insights

Understanding filter context vs. row context

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Using CALCULATE, FILTER, and ALL for flexible calculations

Time intelligence functions (YTD, QTD, MTD, SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR)
Creating running totals, ranking, and percentage of total metrics

3. Custom & Advanced Visualizations

Installing visuals from the Power BI Marketplace

Using decomposition trees, waterfall charts, gauges, and KPI cards
Creating bookmarks for guided storytelling and presentations
Adding dynamic tooltips with additional insights

4. Working with Hierarchies

Building date, location, and product hierarchies

Enabling drill-down and drill-up navigation
Grouping related fields for better report usability

5. Conditional Formatting & KPIs

Applying conditional formatting to tables, matrices, and charts

Creating color-coded KPIs for performance tracking
Designing dynamic status indicators (red/yellow/green)

6. Automation & Collaboration

Publishing reports to Power BI Service workspaces

Setting up row-level security (RLS) to control data access
Automating report refresh with scheduled updates
Creating data alerts and subscriptions for key metrics

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7. Performance Optimization

Reducing file size and improving report speed

Using aggregation tables for large datasets
Writing efficient DAX formulas to prevent slow calculations

Module 8: Real-World Business Projects

Operations and inventory management dashboard
Sales performance analysis dashboard
Financial reporting and forecasting in Power BI
HR analytics – employee performance and attrition trends
Marketing campaign analysis and ROI tracking

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