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Excel, a spreadsheet program, has gained worldwide popularity since its launch in the 1980s due to its versatility and standardized format. According to The Independent, office workers estimated they spent 30% of their time on spreadsheets in 2020.
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Excel can help you synthesize vast amounts of data and work more efficiently. Start learning with beginner courses, including intro to spreadsheets, core foundations, and data analysis skills.
Why learn Excel?
Excel, a Microsoft Office program, allows users to create virtual spreadsheets for numerical and non-numerical data. Nearly all industries use Excel to organize data, analyze trends, and create visual aids. Beginners can start with basic Excel tasks, including data entry, simple calculations, and graph creation. Individuals who learn these skills can save time and increase data readability.
The program is also popular for its versatility: Workers may use Excel often or as an additional tool when necessary. Presenters can benefit from Excel's built-in table, pie chart, and line graph features. Professionals can work on Excel projects individually or as a team. The program can be installed locally or in the cloud.
Learners who study Excel may find the process rewarding and profitable. Excel-proficient professionals can pursue careers as bookkeepers, budget analysts, or human resource specialists. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), bookkeepers earned a median annual salary of $49,210 in 2024. Human resource specialists earned $72,910, and budget analysts earned $87,930.
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