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MS Excel - Foundation Custom (Introduction & Data Management)

The MS Excel - Foundation Custom course equips business users, administrative assistants, and entry-level analysts with essential skills to overcome inefficiencies in data management and reporting. It covers core Excel functions including worksheet creation, formula application, table formatting, and chart generation—aligned directly with Exam MO-200: Microsoft Excel (Office 2019). With over 175,000 MOS exams administered monthly worldwide, demand for certified proficiency remains high across industries.

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate certification, enhancing career readiness with Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access. Graduates gain recognized credentials that validate their ability to produce accurate financial reports, dynamic dashboards, and professional data logs—empowering them to advance into roles requiring trusted spreadsheet expertise.

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Course Overview

The MS Excel - Foundation Custom course by Microsoft is designed to equip learners with essential spreadsheet skills needed to create, manage, and format worksheets and workbooks effectively. This foundational training prepares candidates for the Exam MO-200: Microsoft Excel (Office 2019), which validates core competencies in data management, formula application, and chart creation. It serves job roles such as administrative assistants, entry-level financial analysts, and business operations coordinators who rely on accurate data handling. With over 700,000 job listings seeking Microsoft technical skills, including Excel proficiency, this course meets high industry demand across finance, retail, and IT sectors.

Participants engage directly with key Microsoft tools including Excel’s Ribbon interface, Formula Bar, PivotTables, Charts, Tables, and Conditional Formatting features. The hands-on lab environment simulates real-world scenarios where students build professional budgets, sales invoices, and team performance dashboards using actual Excel applications. Learners configure named ranges, apply SUM, AVERAGE, and IF functions, format cells using styles and borders, and generate visual reports through charts and sparklines. These exercises are conducted in a live-lab setting, ensuring practical fluency in creating and editing multi-sheet workbooks that mirror workplace requirements.

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Office 2019) certification, a globally recognized credential that demonstrates proven competency at an industry associate level. Certified professionals can earn up to 15% more in salary, with roles like financial analyst averaging $74,000–$109,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances preparation with Guaranteed-to-Run classes and official Microsoft courseware, ensuring structured, instructor-led mastery. Upon completion, participants are equipped to enter the job market confidently, transforming raw data into actionable insights and advancing toward analyst, reporting, or operational management roles.

What You'll Learn

✓Configure MS Excel - Foundation Custom workbooks and worksheets using Ribbon interface shortcuts and Backstage view to optimize Microsoft 365 file management.
✓Execute Conditional Formatting and Cell Styles in MS Excel - Foundation Custom to standardize data presentation and enhance visual readability.
✓Construct and manipulate Excel Tables to automate data sorting, filtering, and structured referencing for efficient data analysis.
✓Implement complex functions including XLOOKUP and logical operators within MS Excel - Foundation Custom to automate calculations and ensure data integrity.
✓Generate professional PivotTables and dynamic charts in MS Excel - Foundation Custom to visualize trends and support data-driven decision-making.
✓Automate data validation rules and advanced filter criteria in MS Excel - Foundation Custom to maintain dataset accuracy and streamline information retrieval.

Skills You'll Gain

Ribbon Interface, Quick Access Toolbar, Backstage View, Workbook Protection, Data Cleaning, Flash Fill, Conditional Formatting, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Data Validation, PivotTables, Excel Formulas, Excel Functions, Excel Charts, Excel Tables, Excel Worksheets, Excel Workbooks

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with using a computer and navigating operating systems.
  • Understanding of basic file management concepts, such as opening, saving, and closing documents.
  • Familiarity with keyboard and mouse operations.
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

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Day 1– Mastering MS Excel - Foundation Custom Basics
Identify core Microsoft Excel interface elements Navigate Ribbon and Backstage View efficiently Create and save professional Excel workbooks Import external data from text, CSV files Modify essential workbook properties for organization Set print areas and custom page layouts Inspect workbooks for hidden data issues Save workbooks in various compatible formats
2
Day 2– Managing Cells and Data Entry Efficiency
Enter and edit cell data accurately Insert and delete cells, rows, columns Use Auto Fill for rapid data entry Apply professional number formats to cells Merge and unmerge cells for layout Wrap text within cells for readability Align and indent cell contents precisely Format cells quickly using Format Painter
3
Day 3– Advanced Formatting and Conditional Logic
Apply font and border formatting styles Use the Format Cells dialog box Apply built-in Microsoft Excel cell styles Clear cell formatting to reset data Define named ranges for easier formulas Name tables for better data management Insert Sparklines for visual data trends Apply conditional formatting to highlight data
4
Day 4– Optimizing Tables and Data Analysis
Create tables from existing cell ranges Apply and modify professional table styles Convert tables to standard cell ranges Add or remove table rows and columns Configure total rows in Excel tables Filter table records for specific insights Sort data by multiple columns effectively Remove conditional formatting rules easily
5
Day 5– Essential Formulas, Functions, and Charts
Insert relative, absolute, mixed cell references Reference named ranges in complex formulas Use SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX functions Count cells using standard COUNT functions Use IF function for logical conditions Format text with LEFT, RIGHT, LEN Create and format professional Excel charts Add chart elements and custom layouts

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Career Outcomes

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of MS Excel - Foundation Custom (Introduction & Data Management) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

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Average salary increase reported after obtaining the MS Excel - Foundation Custom (Introduction & Data Management) certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

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  • Data Analyst
  • HR Administrator

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the MS Excel - Foundation Custom (Introduction & Data Management) training course

Is the certification exam included in the MS Excel - Foundation Custom course fee, and what is the exam cost if separate?
The MS Excel - Foundation Custom course fee excludes the certification exam. You must purchase the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Associate (MO-200) exam separately. It costs $100 USD via Certiport, plus regional taxes. Register through Certiport or Pearson VUE for your proctored assessment.
What training formats does Koenig offer for MS Excel - Foundation Custom, and is Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling available?
Koenig provides live online, classroom, 1-on-1, and self-paced Flexi formats for MS Excel - Foundation Custom. All formats feature Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring public batches proceed regardless of enrollment. You receive official Microsoft courseware, expert-led instruction, and hands-on labs tailored to your specific learning goals.
How long is lab access provided, and what environment is used for hands-on practice in the MS Excel - Foundation Custom course?
You get 30 days of lab access via the Koenig LET Platform. These cloud-based sandboxes run on Microsoft Azure, requiring no local software installation. You gain secure, practical experience managing data ranges, formulas, and charts within a fully functional, vendor-hosted Excel environment.
What is Koenig's rescheduling and cancellation policy for the MS Excel - Foundation Custom course?
Reschedule for free at least 10 days before your MS Excel - Foundation Custom start date. Changes within 10 days incur a 50% fee of the purchase price. Cancellations within 10 days also trigger a 50% charge. Each enrollment allows one reschedule to maintain Guaranteed-to-Run batch fairness.
How many questions are on the MOS Excel Associate (MO-200) exam, what is the format, passing score, and time limit?
The MO-200 exam features 35 performance-based tasks completed in 50 minutes. It uses a simulated Excel environment rather than multiple-choice questions. You must earn a scaled score of 700 out of 1,000 to pass, meeting Microsoft’s official certification standard for Excel Associate proficiency.
How long is the Microsoft Excel Associate certification valid, and what is the renewal process and cost?
The Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate credential is valid for five years. Renew it by passing a free online assessment on Microsoft Learn six months before expiration. There is no renewal fee. Failure to renew requires retaking the full MO-200 exam to regain certification.
What post-training support does Koenig provide after completing the MS Excel - Foundation Custom course?
Koenig offers 30 days of post-training support, including instructor email access and optional doubt-clearing sessions. You also receive 6 months of access to session recordings via the LET Platform. These resources help reinforce your skills and ensure you are fully prepared for workplace application.
Are there any prerequisites or recommended experience levels for enrolling in the MS Excel - Foundation Custom course?
No formal prerequisites exist for MS Excel - Foundation Custom, though basic Windows literacy is expected. Microsoft recommends 150 hours of hands-on Excel experience to excel on the MO-200 exam. This course provides the ideal foundation for beginners seeking industry-recognized, associate-level data management skills.
What career opportunities and salary improvements can I expect after earning the Microsoft Excel Associate certification?
Earning your Microsoft Excel Associate certification qualifies you for roles like Data Analyst or Financial Clerk, with salaries from $45,000 to $60,000. Certified professionals typically secure a 10–15% salary increase. This credential boosts your job readiness and significantly improves your promotion prospects within business sectors.
How does instructor-led training for MS Excel - Foundation Custom compare to self-study in terms of success rates and learning outcomes?
Koenig’s instructor-led training for MS Excel - Foundation Custom delivers 30% higher pass rates than self-study. You benefit from structured learning, real-time Q&A, and guided labs. Expert-led methodologies ensure better knowledge retention, helping you master complex Excel functions faster than independent preparation methods allow.

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