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Business Analytics with Excel

viaSimplilearn
4.5 Rating
Difficulty
Beginner
Cost
N/A
Format
Instructor Led
Delivery
Online
Time Commitment
3 weeks 1 hrs/week

Summary

Simplilearn's Business Analytics and Excel Fundamentals course is an online, self-paced program designed to introduce learners to essential business analytics concepts. Participants will explore data analysis and statistical techniques to enhance their decision-making skills. With a focus on practical application, this course helps learners effectively use Excel for business analytics tasks, enabling them to make informed data-driven decisions.

  • Before You Learn / Who This Course Is For
    • Open to both technical and non-technical individuals

    • Ideal for beginners in business analytics

    • No prerequisites required

  • What to Expect
    • Self-paced online learning format

    • Hands-on practice with Excel for analytics

    • Focus on data analysis and statistics fundamentals

  • What You'll Achieve
    • Gain foundational skills in business analytics

    • Learn to make data-driven decisions using Excel

Certifications covered by this course

No certifications are covered by this course.

Topics included

No specific topics are covered by this course.

Course Reviews

4.5 rating (34 reviews)
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Anonymous

Student 2026

May 04, 2026
Intense Journey to Career Success

Enrolling in this bootcamp was the best decision for my career. The curriculum was incredibly fast-paced and challenging, but the instructors were always there to provide support when I felt stuck. I appreciated the focus on real-world projects, which helped me build a solid portfolio. The career services team was also instrumental in helping me polish my resume and prepare for technical interviews. It wasn't easy, but the community and the skills I gained made every late night worth it. I highly recommend it to anyone serious about switching into tech."

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Anonymous

Student 2026

April 23, 2026
MS EXCEL

Honestly, when I first started using MS Excel for my assignments, I thought it was just a glorified calculator. But after diving into the Assembly Learn curriculum, my whole perspective shifted. As a student juggling a million deadlines, you don’t just need software; you need a way to make the data do the heavy lifting for you, and that’s exactly what this program taught me.​The best part wasn't just learning how to "code" formulas, but understanding the logic of how data flows. I used to get stuck on the simplest syntax errors, but the way Assembly breaks things down into building blocks made it click. Now, instead of manually scouring through rows of info, I’m using XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables to find answers in seconds. It actually felt pretty empowering to turn a messy spreadsheet for my research project into a clean, professional-looking dashboard.​I also appreciated the focus on Power Query. It sounds technical, but for a student, it basically means "no more manual data entry." Learning these shortcuts has honestly been a lifesaver for my productivity. If you’re a student who feels overwhelmed by numbers, this approach makes Excel feel less like a chore and more like a skill you’ll actually use long after graduation. It’s definitely a solid investment in your own "mental toolkit."

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Harshil vora

Student 2026

April 14, 2026
"A Game-Changer for Skill Development!"

"Great experience with Simplilearn's courses! The content was relevant, engaging, and packed with actionable insights. Loved the hands-on approach and industry-relevant skills. Highly recommend for upskilling!#Simplilearn #Elearning #Upskill"

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Anonymous

Student 2026

March 22, 2026
Business anlytics with excel

 Course Review: Business Analytics with ExcelRating: ★★★★★ (5/5)The Verdict: An Essential Launchpad for Aspiring AnalystsIf you are looking to break into the world of data, this course is quite simply a masterclass in foundational analytics. It manages to take the intimidating world of data science and translate it into actionable insights using a tool everyone already has: Microsoft Excel.Exceptional Pedagogy: The standout feature is the instruction. The teaching style is remarkably clear, breaking down complex analytical theories into "wonderful," easy-to-digest explanations.Structured for Success: The course flow is logical and engaging. Having attended every session, I can attest that the curriculum builds on itself perfectly, ensuring no student is left behind.Perfect for Beginners: While "Business Analytics" can sound daunting, this course is tailor-made for those starting from zero. It strips away the jargon and focuses on the logic and application of data.Example i learn in this couse is 1.Pivot tables 2. regression 3. VLOOKUP 4.HLOOKUPMy Experience"The way the concepts were explained made even the most difficult functions feel intuitive. I attended every class and found the consistency and depth of the teaching to be top-notch. It isn’t just about learning Excel formulas; it’s about learning how to think like an analyst."Final ThoughtsFor anyone standing at the starting line of a data career, this course is a must. It transforms Excel from a simple spreadsheet tool into a powerful analytical engine. Highly recommended for beginners. 

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Bhuvana Krishnakumar

Student 2025

March 14, 2026
Review on Power BI course

Teaching was good and clarification on doubts on spot was appreciating. Managers are good at guiding both Monisha and Karthick. I have recommended to few of my friends too when they asked me for course's.

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Anonymous

Graduate 2026

February 23, 2026
Really love it

I recently completed the Introduction to MS Excel course, and it provided a strong foundation in one of the most essential tools for students and professionals. The course covered the basics of Excel in a clear and structured manner, making it easy to understand even for beginners.I learned how to work with worksheets, format data, use basic formulas and functions, and organize information efficiently. The step-by-step explanations helped me understand how Excel can be used for calculations, data management, and improving productivity. I especially found the sections on formulas and data organization very useful, as they strengthened my confidence in handling spreadsheets independently. This course has improved my ability to manage data accurately and present information in a clean and professional format. It is highly beneficial for academic projects, internships, and entry-level professional roles where Excel skills are essential. Overall, the course was practical, beginner-friendly, and informative. I would recommend it to anyone looking to build a solid base in Microsoft Excel and enhance their technical skills for future career opportunities.

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Akshit Gupta

Graduate 2022

February 12, 2026
Its a great experience, and a vast amount of knowledge in the couse of Business Analysis with MS Excel.#Skillup#Simplilearn.

Here’s a professional review you can post on LinkedIn or any platform:I recently completed the Business Analysis with MS Excel course from Simplilearn, and it was a great learning experience.The course covers all the essential Excel concepts required for Business analysis, starting from basic functions to advanced tools like Pivot Tables, data visualization, dashboards, and analytical functions. The explanations were clear, practical, and easy to follow, even for beginners.What I appreciated most was the hands-on approach. The real-world examples and practice exercises helped me understand how Excel can be effectively used for data cleaning, analysis, and reporting. It strengthened my confidence in working with large datasets and improved my analytical thinking.Overall, this course is highly recommended for students, professionals, and anyone looking to build or enhance their data analysis skills using Excel.Thank you, Simplilearn, for providing such valuable learning resources!

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Anonymous

Graduate 2026

January 31, 2026
Strong Power BI Fundamentals

 I had a great learning experience with Simplilearn’s Power BI Data Modelling Basics course. The content was beginner-friendly, well organized, and explained core concepts such as data relationships, modeling techniques, and optimization in a simple manner. The tutorial helped me gain confidence in building efficient Power BI models. Highly recommended for anyone starting their journey in data analytics. 

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SOMYA RASTOGI

Graduate 2025

June 08, 2025
EXPERIENCE IS OK.

 I recently joined a course offered by Simplilearn in collaboration with IIT Guwahati, and it has been a truly enriching experience. The curriculum is well-structured, industry-relevant, and designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. The faculty from IIT Guwahati added immense value with their deep subject knowledge, while Simplilearn’s platform ensured flexibility, quality content delivery, and round-the-clock support. The hands-on activities, case studies, and regular assessments helped reinforce the concepts effectively. I highly recommend this course to professionals looking to upgrade their skills with a prestigious institute like IIT Guwahati. 

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Anshika Srivastava

Student 2025

June 08, 2025
Business Analytics with Excel

It is excellent, The way of teaching and making each and every understand even a smaller point is very impressive. The trainer which have been assigned to us has a very good knowledge about everything in deep so that we can easily learn the tricks of excel with lots of comfort .

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Amandeep Singh

Student 2025

April 27, 2025
IITK DG: Business Analytics with Excel | Azim Ahamed

I want to sincerely thank our Excel teacher, whose deep knowledge and passion made every lesson truly valuable. They didn't just teach formulas and functions they opened our eyes to the real power of Excel. Their clear explanations, patience, and real-world examples made even the most complex topics feel approachable. You could tell they knew the program inside and out, and their enthusiasm made learning exciting. Thanks to their expert guidance, I feel much more confident and capable with Excel. It’s rare to have a teacher who can turn a technical subject into something genuinely inspiring, and I’m grateful we had that experience. 

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Nikhil Kumar Singh

Student 2025

April 27, 2025
Business Analytics with Excel | Azim Ahamed

The examples used were relatable to real life (job) scenario. Kudos for the effort by the instructor. Although I shifted to R a long time back this was a perfect intro on excel features introduced recently.

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Michael Gebhart

Student 2025

March 16, 2025
Business Analytics with Excel with Dr. Sameer Rohadia

Dr. Sameer Rohadia is extremely knowledgeable and proficient in Excel and analytics. He takes the time to explain and show things very clearly. I have learned a lot of things that I've forgotten and that I didn't know about using in depth functions and features of Excel. This has been a great course so far and I can apply things I've learned into my current job instantly. 

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Anonymous

Student 2025

February 16, 2025
Its really good

Its really good to undergo through this course as it is providing foundation to your career and will provide exposure. It provides you indepth detail of topic, faculty is good and clear your doubts as soon as you reach out.

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Praveen

Graduate 2025

February 16, 2025
IIT K Praveen

Going great as of now, It is easy to understand and easy to apply and helping well. Kishor and our trainer both are working hard to clear our doubts Going great as of now, It is easy to understand and easy to apply and helping well. Kishor and our trainer both are working hard to clear our doubts 

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Jayasudha

Student 2025

February 16, 2025
Good BA in Excel course

This has been an informative course. This course  is  beneficial  to  the novice  like myself,  as  well  as  those  persons who may  just need a  “refresher” or   “get back to the basics”.

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Ashwathy Pillai

Student 2023

February 16, 2025
IITK DG: Business Analytics with Excel

Kishore sir has been really a great instructor imparting knowledge, repeating wherever students felt left out or confused as he made sure that all the attendees have clear understanding. The course has been curated very well, covering all the relevant topics which help

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Abizer Shaikhmahmud

Student 2025

February 16, 2025
Very good command over the subject

The classes are very interactive and engaging. Mr. Kumar elucidates all concepts with real life examples and actively encourages participants to share their understanding. Furthermore, he regularly tests students’ knowledge by asking relevant questions. 

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Farheen Adnan

Student 2024

January 22, 2025
Amazing, Learning, Hoping for great

Simplilearn is such an amazing bootcamp which is approachable and engaging. Being part of the learning team I have been enjoying, learning and trying to grasp every bit of knowledge being extended to learners. I am hoping this platform will definitely take me towards my acquired dream.

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DERICK CHIBILU

Student 2025

January 19, 2025
Course Name: PG BA with Excel Trainer Name: Geethika

Geethika is a competent trainer she is very understanding and patient with learners she explains during break time going above and beyond to ensure learners are not left behind. I would recommend her to anyone looking to take a course with Simplilearn 

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