Microsoft 365 Essentials: Teams, Word, and Excel Training Course
Microsoft 365 (Office 365) is a subscription-based suite of productivity tools developed by Microsoft. It combines various applications and services designed to enhance productivity, communication, and collaboration for individuals, businesses, and organizations.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level business professionals who wish to gain the skills necessary to utilize Teams, Word, and Excel effectively in a management context.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft 365
- Navigate and utilize Microsoft Teams for communication, collaboration, and project management.
- Develop proficiency in creating, formatting, and managing Word documents.
- Use Excel for data entry, manipulation, and analysis.
- Explore how to integrate Microsoft 365 applications for seamless workflows.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to Microsoft 365
- Introduction to Microsoft 365
- Benefits and features
- Navigating the Microsoft 365 interface
Microsoft 365 Administration Basics
- Setting up user accounts
- Managing permissions and roles
- Understanding subscription and licensing options
Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance
- Security features
- Data protection and compliance
- Best practices for maintaining security
Introduction to Microsoft Teams
- Overview of Teams
- Creating and managing teams and channels
- Navigating the Teams interface
Communication and Collaboration
- Chat and messaging
- Audio and video calls
- Scheduling and conducting meetings
Advanced Features
- Integrating with other Microsoft 365 apps
- Using apps and bots in Teams
- Best practices for effective team collaboration
Introduction to Microsoft Word
- Overview of Word interface
- Creating, opening, and saving documents
- Basic editing and formatting techniques
Advanced Document Formatting
- Styles and themes
- Working with tables and charts
- Using templates and building blocks
Collaboration and Review
- Track changes and comments
- Sharing and co-authoring documents
- Protecting and finalizing documents
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
- Overview of Excel interface
- Creating, opening, and saving workbooks
- Basic cell formatting and data entry
Data Manipulation and Analysis
- Working with formulas and functions
- Sorting and filtering data
- Creating and formatting tables
Advanced Excel Features
- PivotTables and PivotCharts
- Data validation and conditional formatting
- Using Excel for Business Intelligence
Integrating Microsoft 365 Applications
- Using Microsoft 365 apps together
- Sharing and embedding documents across apps
- Automating workflows with Power Automate
Best Practices for Management
- Tips for effective team management
- Leveraging Microsoft 365 for productivity
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic computer skills
Audience
- Managers
- Business professionals
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Testimonials (5)
Adam was very knowledgeable and had a great layout.
Corey Reis - Lockheed Martin
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some small tricks regarding image formating and templates - very useful :)
Natalia Wawrzyniak - Akademia Morska w Szczecinie
Course - Advanced MS PowerPoint
There was a good amount of information for the time of training. Also the trainer was very engaged with the group, especially when people were having troubles or asking questions. It was very nice of him to offer help in case of future ideas.
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I enjoyed the Excel sheets provided having the exercises with examples. This meant that if Tamil was held up helping other people, I could crack on with the next parts.
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Training agenda was well thought out.
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