The Comprehensive Spreadsheet Mastery Specialization is a four-course series designed to develop advanced proficiency in spreadsheet software and modern automation. It begins with an introduction to Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, covering fundamental concepts such as basic calculations, budgets, and invoices. Subsequent coursework delves into complex techniques, including advanced formatting, logical and lookup functions, and the management of extensive datasets. Learners will also master professional data presentation through the creation of visually compelling charts and the use of collaboration tools to enhance data-driven narratives.
The specialization concludes with a focus on intelligent automation, teaching students to leverage generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude. This final stage empowers users to automate repetitive tasks, generate complex formulas, and clean messy data using natural language prompts. Students will also explore the ethical and security implications of AI, as well as the use of AI to write macros and VBA code. Graduates of this series gain a comprehensive toolkit—from foundational data entry to AI-assisted analysis—preparing them to succeed as highly productive, data-driven professionals in any academic or business context.