Excel Formulas and Functions for Data Analysis

Working with large datasets in Excel requires moving beyond basic arithmetic to master automated formulas and structured functions. This text-based course provides a step-by-step guide to processing, transforming, and summarizing high-volume spreadsheet data efficiently. What you will learn: Understand foundational formula syntax, cell referencing rules, and core logical concepts. Apply lookup and reference functions like XLOOKUP and INDEX/MATCH to connect disparate tables. Calculate statistical summaries using conditional logic such as SUMIFS and COUNTIFS. Utilize modern dynamic array formulas to streamline complex calculations across entire ranges. Clean messy text data and manage standard errors using practical error-handling functions. Explore Power Query fundamentals to automate dataset preparation and cleanup tasks. You will begin with clear definitions and essential formulas before working through detailed text explanations of practical data scenarios. Designed for beginners and spreadsheet users looking to build practical data analysis skills with no prior advanced experience required. Start reading today to unlock the full potential of Excel formulas.