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Free Microsoft Excel courses

Excel is the single most requested tool in Australian administration, bookkeeping and entry-level data roles.

Most people only need the first 20% of Excel: tables, formulas, sorting and simple charts. The beginner courses below cover exactly that, and several finish with a free certificate.

34 free courses we track

Coursera

GenAI for Sales Operations: Automation, Analytics & Strategy

Sales Operations teams are under increasing pressure to do more with less - faster reporting, smarter forecasting, tighter pipeline management, and more consistent follow-up. Generative AI makes all of that achievable. This program teaches you how to make it happen. GenAI for Sales Operations: Auto

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 31/10/2026

IBM

Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

This specialization is your gateway to a thriving career in the dynamic field of Information Technology (IT). In today’s technology-driven world, IT professionals equipped with the knowledge and expertise to maintain, troubleshoot, and secure computer systems are in high demand. This program consist

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 09/10/2026

Pearson

(SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner

This specialization prepares you for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification exam. It offers a deep dive into essential topics such as security operations, cryptography, network security, and access controls, ensuring you gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in t

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 30/09/2026

Coursera

A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes

This comprehensive specialization equips healthcare professionals with essential soft skills to transform patient care delivery and outcomes. Through 11 interactive courses, learners develop empathy, compassion, communication excellence, and resilience while gaining practical techniques including si

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 11/11/2026

STARWEAVER

Accounting and Financial Modelling Bootcamp

The Accounting & Financial Modeling Bootcamp is an online program that helps beginners build practical skills in accounting, financial analysis, Excel-based modeling, and corporate valuation. It is designed for aspiring finance professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to better understand

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 11/11/2026

Packt

Accounting Basics: ACCA/CIMA/CMA/CA/AAT/Cambridge/Edexcel

This specialization features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the specialization. This specialization introduces the fundamentals of accoun

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 19/10/2026

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Accounting Data Analytics

This specialization develops learners’ analytics mindset and knowledge of data analytics tools and techniques. Specifically, this specialization develops learners' analytics skills by first introducing an analytic mindset, data preparation, visualization, and analysis using Excel. Next, this special

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 11/11/2026

Coursera

Accounting Operations & Automation

Learn the complete accounting operations lifecycle from foundational bookkeeping through AI-powered automation in this comprehensive 19-course specialization. You'll develop expertise in double-entry bookkeeping, advanced spreadsheet analysis, QuickBooks workflows, invoice automation, cash flow fore

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 06/11/2026

Coursera

Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills

In workplace and personal interactions, mastering active listening is a crucial skill for effective communication and building meaningful relationships. This comprehensive course on Active Listening introduces learners to a range of techniques and strategies that empower them to become active listen

Free
Online
Beginner
2 hours

Last verified 26/09/2026

Microsoft Learn

Add a layout to a report in Dynamics 365 Business Central

Do you want to learn how to add a layout to a report in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central? In this module, you'll learn about the client report definition (RDLC) layout and Word layout formats and how to create them.

Completely free
Online
Intermediate
1 hour

Last verified 17/09/2026

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter

Launch your career in talent acquisition with the ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter Professional Certificate. As companies compete for top talent in today's dynamic job market, there is a demand for skilled recruiters. This comprehensive program helps equip you with the essential skills and practical

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 31/10/2026

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Get started in the in-demand field of Compensation and Benefits with a Human Resources (HR) Professional Certificate from ADP. Learn about the value Compensation and Benefits brings to a U.S.-based organization and the foundational concepts and essential competencies you’ll need to be successful. Ex

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 09/10/2026

Coursera

Advanced Campaign & Channel Analytics

Most marketers can read a dashboard. Far fewer can audit attribution models to find undervalued channels, build seasonal forecasts that inform budget decisions, analyze cohort retention curves, diagnose GA4 data gaps, or design A/B tests with statistical rigor. This program develops all of those ski

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 12/10/2026

EDUCBA

Advanced Excel Analytics, Automation & Data Analysis

This Specialization equips learners with advanced, job-ready Excel skills used across finance, analytics, and business roles. Learners progress from mastering powerful formulas and dynamic lookups to automating workflows with macros and performing statistical analysis using Excel’s analytical tools.

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 30/09/2026

EDUCBA

Advanced Excel Tools for Data Analysis

Master advanced Excel tools for business analytics, dashboards, forecasting, simulation, and data-driven decision-making. Build practical Excel skills used in finance, operations, HR, marketing, reporting, and business intelligence roles. This Specialization helps you move beyond basic spreadsheet

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 22/10/2026

Coursera

Advanced Quantitative Statistics with Excel

This comprehensive course is tailored specifically for data analysts, business professionals, and anyone looking to significantly enhance their proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data analysis tasks. By exploring a wide range of advanced Excel features and techniques, participants will gain

Free
Online
Beginner
1 hour

Last verified 21/09/2026

Coursera

Advanced Selling with AI & Emotional Intelligence

Elevate your sales performance to AI-powered excellence with this 14-course program for experienced B2B professionals. Master conversational AI integration into live calls, recognizing objection cues, responding with ROI framing, and proving impact through data. Develop advanced emotional intelligen

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 06/10/2026

Kairos Decisions

Agentic AI From Fundamentals to Production

"I think the course is excellent." — Dr. Peter Norvig, Researcher at Recursive / Education Fellow at Stanford & co-author of Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach "For those looking for an insightful, comprehensive outline of Agentic AI, this course is a must." - Dr. Anoop Sinha, Research Di

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 28/10/2026

Simplilearn

Agile and Project Management Mastery for Scrum Leaders

This comprehensive Agile, Scrum, and Project Management specialization equips you with the skills to lead successful projects and excel in Agile environments. Through focused modules, you'll master Agile principles, Scrum frameworks, project planning, and advanced techniques to manage teams, optimiz

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 31/10/2026

Coursera

Agile Project Coordination

This specialization builds essential project management and team coordination skills through practical, hands-on learning. You'll master core Agile frameworks, project planning tools, and workflow optimization techniques that drive successful project delivery. From understanding Scrum roles to autom

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 22/10/2026

Microsoft Learn

AI Center of Excellence

Learn about the AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE), how it centralizes information about AI adoption, operations, governance, best practices, and security.

Completely free
Online
Beginner
2 hours

Last verified 25/10/2026

Coursera

AI Marketing Analytics

Advance your marketing analytics skills by learning to transform raw campaign data into reliable insights, executive-ready dashboards, and data-backed optimization strategies. In this advanced certificate, you'll build the technical and analytical capabilities needed to work with complex marketing d

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 22/10/2026

Simplilearn

AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models

This comprehensive AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models specialization equips you with the skills to excel in roles across AI, machine learning, and deep learning. Through in-depth modules, you'll master regression, classification, clustering, neural networks, and advanced AI frameworks to

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 15/10/2026

STARWEAVER

AI Product & Process Excellence

AI Product & Process Excellence is a practical specialization designed for professionals who want to harness Generative AI across product and operations functions. Through three immersive, hands-on courses, learners will apply GenAI tools like ChatGPT and advanced prompt frameworks to real-world pro

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 12/10/2026

Microsoft

AI-Enhanced Data Analysis: From Raw Data to Deep Insights

Learn essential data analysis skills using Microsoft's leading tools including Excel with Copilot, Python, and Power BI. Clean, process, analyze, and visualize data effectively while leveraging AI-powered features for enhanced productivity. Build practical expertise in data manipulation, statistical

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 28/10/2026

Coursera

AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI

Revolutionize your business analysis capabilities by combining traditional Excel expertise with cutting-edge Generative AI tools. This comprehensive program teaches you to leverage ChatGPT, AI-powered data visualization, and advanced Excel techniques to deliver faster, more accurate business insight

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 26/09/2026

Perplexity

AI-powered Financial Research with Perplexity

Financial analysts increasingly use AI tools to accelerate company research, market analysis, and investment decision support. This specialization teaches learners how to combine financial analysis with AI-powered research workflows using Perplexity. Across four courses, you will cover source disco

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 11/11/2026

Microsoft Learn

Analyze and visualize data using Microsoft Copilot

Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot to analyze and visualize your data.

Completely free
Online
Beginner
1 hour

Last verified 04/10/2026

EDUCBA

Analyze Business Data Using Excel Pivot Tables

This Specialization provides a practical, end-to-end approach to Excel Pivot Table analytics and business reporting. Learners progress from building interactive dashboards and analyzing sales data to evaluating employee performance and solving real-world reporting challenges using automation and pro

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 22/10/2026

Coursera

Applied Financial Analysis

Transform raw financial data into strategic business insights through this comprehensive specialization in applied financial analysis. You'll develop expertise in financial statement modeling, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting while building proficiency with Excel,

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 15/11/2026

EDUCBA

Apply Excel Skills for Data Analysis Foundations

This Specialization provides a structured, beginner-to-advanced learning path designed to build strong, job-ready Microsoft Excel skills for data management, analysis, and visualization. Learners start with core Excel fundamentals, including navigating the interface, entering and organizing data, ap

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 31/10/2026

Microsoft

Beginners Guide to C# Fundamentals

The demand for skilled C# developers continues to grow, and this Professional Certificate equips you with the in-demand skills to build robust, professional-quality applications. No prior professional experience is required to get started. Developed by industry experts, you’ll learn advanced C# lan

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 19/10/2026

Board Infinity

BFSI Essentials: Unlocking Finance Careers

This specialization provides a deep dive into the key segments of the BFSI sector, including banking, financial services, insurance, and investment management. Learners will acquire critical skills in financial analysis, risk management, and technological innovations, preparing them for diverse role

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 27/09/2026

Corporate Finance Institute

BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Power BI Edition)

This specialization helps analysts to advance their data analysis skills by learning to manipulate, transform, and visualize data in Microsoft Power BI, the most widely used data visualization tool. You’ll also understand how to source data from a database. After completing a case study on financia

Free
Online
Beginner
Self paced

Last verified 06/10/2026

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