Intermediate Data Analysis in Excel and Google Sheets

Spreadsheets are the backbone of modern business operations, but basic data entry is no longer enough to stand out. To make truly data-driven decisions, you need to know how to manipulate, analyze, and automate your data across the world's two most popular spreadsheet platforms. This course bridges the gap between basic navigation and advanced data analysis, giving you the practical tools to handle complex datasets with ease. You will transition from manual calculations to building dynamic, automated systems that save time and reduce errors. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational data structures and the core differences in how Excel and Google Sheets process information - Apply advanced lookup functions including XLOOKUP, INDEX, and MATCH to connect disparate datasets - Build dynamic formulas using modern array behaviors to automate calculations across entire rows and columns - Clean and transform messy data using built-in text, date, and logical functions - Construct interactive dashboards using pivot tables, custom sorting, and advanced filtering techniques - Configure collaborative workflows in Google Sheets and manage version control securely This text-based course begins with essential terminology and structural concepts before guiding you through step-by-step written tutorials and practical data scenarios. You will learn by reading clear explanations, studying structured formulas, and applying these techniques to realistic business problems. Designed for intermediate learners, this course assumes you already know how to open a spreadsheet and write basic formulas like SUM and AVERAGE. Start mastering your data and working more efficiently today.