Excel for Business Analysts: Data Preparation and Analysis

Business analysts rely on clean, well-structured data to drive strategy, but raw information is rarely ready for immediate use. This course provides a clear path for beginners to master the foundational data workflows required in a professional business environment. You will move from basic spreadsheet usage to performing structured data analysis, gaining the ability to clean messy datasets and build logical models that solve real-world business problems. What you'll learn: - Understand fundamental data types and essential business analysis terminology - Apply logical and lookup functions to connect disparate data sources - Clean and transform raw data using modern Power Query workflows - Master dynamic arrays and modern formula patterns for efficient calculations - Prepare structured data sets for professional reporting and visualization - Practice data validation techniques to ensure accuracy and integrity The course begins with core terminology and data concepts before progressing through text manipulation, logical functions, and modern data cleaning methods. You will read through detailed explanations and practice with written exercises that mirror actual business scenarios. This program is designed for beginners and aspiring analysts; no prior data analysis experience is required. Start building your analytical foundation today.