Requirements
✔️ Microsoft Office installed on your system
Key Points Covered in This Course:
✔️ Mastering document creation and formatting in Microsoft Word
✔️ Efficient data management and analysis in Excel
✔️ Creating impactful presentations in PowerPoint
✔️ Managing databases with Access
✔️ Organizing emails, tasks, and calendars in Outlook
✔️ Practical exercises and real-world applications
✔️ Tips and shortcuts to boost productivity
By the End of This Course:
Students will develop proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook, enabling them to efficiently manage and perform various office tasks. Successful completion of the course will earn a certification, enhancing job prospects.
Module 1: Introduction to MS Word Interface and Basic Operations
1. Introduction to MS Word Interface
- Understanding the Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and Tabs
- Navigating through Documents and Views
2. Document Creation and Editing
- Creating, Opening, and Saving Documents
- Basic Text Editing Techniques
- Formatting Text: Font, Size, Style, Color, etc.
3. Paragraph Formatting
- Aligning Text: Left, Center, Right, Justify
- Line and Paragraph Spacing
- Bullets and Numbering
4. Page Layout and Margins
- Setting Page Orientation: Portrait vs. Landscape
- Adjusting Margins and Page Size
- Headers and Footers
Module 2: Advanced Formatting and Styles
1. Working with Styles
- Creating and Applying Styles
- Modifying Existing Styles
- Managing Styles in the Document
2. Advanced Text Formatting
- Using Drop Caps and Text Effects
- Applying Borders and Shading
- Working with Text Boxes and WordArt
3. Tables and Columns
- Inserting and Formatting Tables
- Merging and Splitting Cells
- Creating and Formatting Columns
4. Themes and Templates
- Applying Document Themes
- Creating and Using Templates
- Customising Document Templates
Module 3: Document Organization and Collaboration
1. Document Navigation
- Using Navigation Pane and Document Map
- Creating and Managing Bookmarks
- Generating Table of Contents and Index
2. Reviewing Tools
- Track Changes and Comments
- Comparing and Combining Documents
- Protecting Documents with Passwords
3. Collaboration Features
- Sharing Documents for Collaboration
- Using Version Control and Document History
- Co-authoring Documents in Real-time
4. Mail Merge
- Creating Data Source for Mail Merge
- Performing Mail Merge for Letters, Envelopes, Labels, etc.
- Customizing Mail Merge Documents
Module 4: Advanced Document Features
1. Inserting and Formatting Graphics
- Inserting Pictures, Shapes, and SmartArt
- Formatting Graphics: Size, Position, Wrap Text
2. Working with Charts and Diagrams
- Inserting and Formatting Charts
- Creating and Modifying Diagrams
3. Document Automation with Fields and Macros
- Using Document Fields for Automation
- Recording and Running Macros for Repetitive Tasks
4. Advanced Page Layout Techniques
- Using Sections and Page Breaks
- Working with Headers and Footers: Different Odd & Even Pages, First Page Header/Footer
Module 5: Customization and Accessibility
1. Customizing MS Word Interface
- Customizing Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar
- Creating Keyboard Shortcuts
2. Accessibility Features
- Adding Alternative Text to Images
- Using Accessibility Checker
- Making Documents Accessible for People with Disabilities
3. Document Protection and Security
- Encrypting Documents with Passwords
- Restricting Editing and Formatting Permissions
- Digital Signatures and Document Integrity
Module 6: Advanced Document Automation and Integration
1. Linking and Embedding Objects
- Linking Data from Excel and Other Applications
- Embedding Excel Spreadsheets and Charts
2. Document Automation with VBA
- Introduction to Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
- Writing Macros for Advanced Document Automation
3. Integrating with Other Office Applications
- Linking and Embedding Objects from PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
- Sharing Data between MS Office Applications
Module 7: Document Management and Publishing
1. Document Management Strategies
- Organising Documents with Folders and Libraries
- Version Control and Document Tracking
2. Publishing Documents
- Converting Documents to PDF and Other Formats
- Preparing Documents for Printing and Online Publishing
Module 1: Basic Excel Operations and Functions
1. Introduction to Excel Interface
- Understanding the Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and Tabs
- Navigating through Worksheets and Workbooks
2. Basic Operations
- Data Entry and Editing Techniques
- Copying, Cutting, and Pasting Data
- Using Fill Handle for Quick Data Entry
3. Essential Functions
- SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX
- COUNT, COUNTA, COUNTIF, COUNTIFS
- Logical Functions: IF, AND, OR
4. Cell Referencing
- Relative, Absolute, and Mixed References
- Understanding Named Ranges
Module 2: Data Analysis and Management
1. Sorting and Filtering Data
- Sorting Data in Ascending and Descending Order
- Applying Filters to Data Sets
2. Data Validation
- Setting Criteria for Data Entry
- Creating Drop-down Lists for Data Entry Efficiency
3. Conditional Formatting
- Applying Conditional Formatting Rules
- Highlighting Cells Based on Conditions
4. Data Consolidation
- Consolidating Data from Multiple Worksheets or Workbooks
- Using Consolidation Functions: SUM, AVERAGE, etc.
Module 3: Advanced Formulas and Functions
1. Lookup Functions
- VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP
- INDEX and MATCH Functions for Advanced Lookup
2. Text Functions
- CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, MID
- SUBSTITUTE, REPLACE, UPPER, LOWER
3. Date and Time Functions
- DATE, DAY, MONTH, YEAR
- TODAY, NOW, WEEKDAY, NETWORKDAYS
4. Array Formulas
- Understanding Array Constants
- Performing Advanced Calculations with Array Formulas
Module 4: Data Visualization and Reporting
1. Charts and Graphs
- Creating Various Types of Charts: Column, Bar, Line, Pie, etc.
- Customizing Charts: Titles, Labels, Legends
2. PivotTables
- Creating PivotTables for Data Analysis
- Using Slicers and Timelines for Interactivity
3. Dashboards
- Designing Interactive Dashboards
- Linking Charts and Data for Dynamic Reporting
4. Advanced Charting Techniques
- Sparklines for Micro Charting
- Using Trendlines and Error Bars
Module 5: Automation and Macros
1. Introduction to Macros
- Recording and Running Macros
- Understanding Macro Security Settings
2. Editing and Debugging Macros
- Viewing and Modifying Macro Code
- Handling Errors in Macros
3. Automating Tasks with VBA
- Writing Basic VBA Code for Automation
- Creating User-defined Functions (UDFs)
4. Advanced VBA Concepts
- Working with Objects: Worksheets, Ranges, Charts
- Using Loops and Conditions in VBA
Module 6: Data Analysis with Power Query and Power Pivot
1. Introduction to Power Query
- Importing Data from External Sources
- Transforming and Cleaning Data with Power Query Editor
2. Advanced Data Transformation Techniques
- Merging and Appending Queries
- Pivot and Unpivot Operations
3. Introduction to Power Pivot
- Creating Data Models
- Working with Relationships
4. DAX Formulas
- Understanding DAX Syntax
- Writing Calculated Columns and Measures
Module 7: Collaboration and Data Protection
1. Protecting Worksheets and Workbooks
- Setting Passwords for Protection
- Hiding and Locking Cells
2. Sharing and Collaboration
- Sharing Workbooks for Collaboration
- Tracking Changes and Comments
3. Data Security and Privacy
- Data Encryption Techniques
- Data Masking and Anonymization
4. Data Import and Export
- Importing and Exporting Data in Various Formats
- Connecting Excel to External Data Sources
Module 1: Creating New Presentations
- Creating a Presentation
- Choosing a Template/Theme
- Changing the Template/Theme
Module 2: Adding Content
- Adding Slides & Typing in Content
- Slide Layouts
- Choosing a Slide Layout
- Changing the Slide Layout
- Adding Text & Outline View
- Adding Text
- Bulleted vs Numbered Lists
- Adding & Editing Text with Outline View
- Pictures & Graphics
- Placing Pictures into Placeholders
- Cropping Photos
- Sizing Graphics
Module 3: Picture Editing
- Fixing Stretched/Squished Photos
- Where to Get Photos
- Crop to Shape & Aspect Ratio
- Adjusting Photos & Graphics
- Picture Adjustments
- Picture Border & Effects
- Layered Objects
- Layered Object vs Placeholder Content
- Aligning
- Evenly Distributing
- Grouping
- Reordering Layered Objects
Module 4: SmartArt & Shapes
- SmartArt
- Creating SmartArt
- Adding Text
- Layouts, Styles, & Shapes
- Converting Text into SmartArt
- SmartArt with Picture Placeholders
- Shapes & Lines
- Adding Shapes
- Styling Shapes
- Adding Text to Shapes
- Resizing, Moving, & Rotating Shapes
- Connector Lines
Module 5: Tables & Charts
- Tables
- Creating Tables in PowerPoint
- Typing in Table Data
- Designing Tables
- Table Layout
- Sizing Tables & Columns/Rows
- Alignment & Spacing In a Table
- Adding or Removing Rows/Columns
- Merging Cells
- Copying & Pasting Charts from Excel
- Importing a Chart from Excel
- Updating the Chart Data when the Excel File Changes
Module 6: Transitions & Presentation Tools
- Transitions
- Adding Slide Transitions
- Transition Effect Options & Duration
- Proofing & Editing
- Spell Check
- Slide Sorter View
- Running a Presentation
- Starting & Stopping a Slide Show
- Ways to Navigate Slide Shows
- Tools to Use When Presenting
- Presenter Notes
- Presenter View
- Presenting in Microsoft Teams (PowerPoint Live)
- Presenter Notes in Zoom
Module 7: Printing & Saving
- Printing
- Choosing What Will Go On the Printed Page
- Saving a PDF
- Why Make a PDF?
- Saving a PDF & Setting Options
MS Access Syllabus for Beginners
Module 1: Introduction to MS Access
Module 2: Working with Tables
Module 3: Data Entry and Validation
Module 4: Queries
Module 6: Relationships and Integrity
Module 7: Forms and Reports
MS Outlook Syllabus for Beginners
Module 1: Introduction to MS Outlook
Module 2: Email Management
Module 3: Calendar Management
Module 4: Contacts Management
Module 5: Tasks and Notes
Module 6: Advanced Email Features
Module 7: Customization and Configuration
Module 8: Collaboration Tools
Module 9: Integrating Outlook with Other Applications
Module 10: Best Practices and Security
Dhananjoy Chakraborty is a dedicated and experienced educator with 15 years of teaching expertise. As a Skill India authorized teacher, he has successfully guided and mentored over 500 students, helping them achieve their academic and professional goals. His commitment to education and his ability to inspire and engage learners make him a respected figure in the teaching community. Dhananjoy's passion for teaching and his proficiency in skill development have made a significant impact on the lives of many students.