MS Excel 2016 – Advanced
Master Microsoft Excel 2016 – Advanced to automate complex tasks, analyze large datasets, and collaborate efficiently—ideal for data analysts, financial analysts, and business managers. This course solves the critical pain point of managing error-prone, time-consuming spreadsheets by teaching advanced formula logic, data validation, and automation. According to Microsoft, over 2 million professionals hold MOS certifications, underscoring employer demand for proven Excel expertise.
Prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert (Office 2016) Exam 77-728 with Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access. Gain hands-on experience to confidently create expert-level financial models and dynamic reports, unlocking career advancement in data-driven roles.
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Course Overview
The MS Excel 2016 – Advanced course by Microsoft is designed for professionals aiming to master complex spreadsheet functionalities and earn the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert (Office 2016) certification, assessed via Exam 77-728. This advanced training targets roles such as financial analysts, data analysts, and accountants who require deep expertise in Excel for high-level data modeling and reporting. Industry demand remains strong, with over 70% of mid-to-large enterprises requiring advanced Excel proficiency for finance and data-centric roles, underscoring the value of expert-level certification. Participants will gain skills in managing complex workbooks, applying custom data formats, and building dynamic formulas essential for enterprise-grade analysis.
Students engage with core Excel 2016 features including PivotTables, advanced conditional formatting, structured references, and data validation tools within a hands-on lab environment. The course includes practical lab exercises where learners build comprehensive financial models, configure interactive dashboards using slicers and PivotCharts, and automate tasks with macros. Using the official Microsoft Excel 2016 desktop application as the lab platform, students complete real-world projects such as creating multi-axis financial charts, implementing what-if analysis with Scenario Manager, and consolidating data across workbooks—skills directly aligned with expert-level certification objectives.
This course prepares candidates for the globally recognized Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert (Office 2016) certification, a credential respected across finance, consulting, and business intelligence sectors. Certified professionals report an average salary increase of 10-15%, with expert-level Excel specialists earning between $65,000 and $85,000 annually in the U.S. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official Microsoft courseware, Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, and 1-on-1 instructor support, ensuring mastery of advanced concepts. Completing this training positions learners to design and manage sophisticated spreadsheets that drive data-driven decision-making in enterprise environments.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Experience with nested IF statements, VLOOKUP, and HLOOKUP functions to perform complex data analysis.
- Ability to organize, sort, filter, and manage large datasets and tables using structured references.
- Ability to create calculated fields in PivotTables and utilize slicers for comprehensive data visualization.
- Skill in designing and formatting advanced charts and custom data visualizations.
- Proficiency in customizing the Excel environment and navigating advanced features to optimize workflow.
- Familiarity with workbook collaboration, including sharing, tracking changes, and protecting workbooks.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the MS Excel 2016 – Advanced certification exam
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of MS Excel 2016 – Advanced certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the MS Excel 2016 – Advanced certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Financial Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Accountant
- Commercial Banker
- Operations Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
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