
Microsoft Copilot for Excel
Use AI to Analyse Data, Build Formulas and Present Insights Faster
Microsoft Copilot for Excel puts the power of AI right into your spreadsheets — and this course shows you exactly how to use it. Learn how to clean and analyse data, generate formulas, build dashboards, and create visual reports using natural language commands.
In this hands-on training, you’ll explore practical ways to streamline your Excel tasks, uncover insights, and boost productivity using Microsoft 365 Copilot. No coding required — just smarter ways to work.
Microsoft Copilot for Excel

Microsoft Copilot for Excel puts the power of AI right into your spreadsheets — and this course shows you exactly how to use it. Learn how to clean and analyse data, generate formulas, build dashboards, and create visual reports using natural language commands.
In this hands-on training, you’ll explore practical ways to streamline your Excel tasks, uncover insights, and boost productivity using Microsoft 365 Copilot. No coding required — just smarter ways to work.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
We currently have no public courses scheduled. Please contact us to register your interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Copilot and how does it use AI?
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool built into Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams. It helps you complete tasks faster and more efficiently by generating content, summarising data, drafting emails, and assisting with workflows — all using natural language commands and the latest in AI technology.
What skills will I gain from attending these courses?
You’ll learn how to use Microsoft Copilot to write and edit documents, analyse data, manage emails and meetings, build presentations, and collaborate more effectively. You’ll also develop practical skills in crafting effective prompts, improving Copilot output, and using AI responsibly in a work environment.
Who can benefit from these courses?
These courses are ideal for Microsoft 365 users across any industry — whether you're an executive, admin assistant, analyst, marketer, or team leader. If you're looking to save time, automate tasks, and enhance the way you work with familiar Microsoft apps, these courses are for you.
Do I need any prior AI knowledge before taking this course?
No prior knowledge of AI is required. These courses are designed for everyday users of Microsoft 365. We’ll guide you through Copilot features step by step, and you’ll gain hands-on experience throughout the course.
Can I take these courses online?
Yes. Our Microsoft Copilot courses are available via live online sessions, in-person classes across major cities, and hybrid formats. You’ll receive the same expert-led training experience regardless of how you choose to attend.
Will there be practical exercises during the course?
Absolutely. All Copilot courses include interactive, hands-on exercises. You’ll use Microsoft 365 Copilot within real apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, or Teams to practise prompts, automate tasks, and apply what you’ve learned in a practical setting.
What is remote training?
Remote training is delivered live by our expert instructors via video conferencing. You’ll be able to ask questions, participate in discussions, share your screen for help, and complete activities in real time — just like in a traditional classroom.
What Microsoft Copilot courses are available from Nexacu?
We currently offer five Copilot-focused courses:
- Copilot for Microsoft 365
- Copilot for Word
- Copilot for Excel
- Copilot for PowerPoint
- Copilot for Outlook and Teams
Is there a certification upon completion of these courses?
Yes. You’ll receive a Nexacu Certificate of Completion to verify your skills with Microsoft Copilot. It’s perfect for sharing on LinkedIn or adding to your CV.
Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

Copilot for Excel Course Details

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What do I need to know to attend?
This course is ideal for:
- • Professionals working with data in Excel
- • Business analysts, finance teams, and project coordinators
- • Anyone wanting to reduce time spent on repetitive spreadsheet tasks
- • Users keen to upskill in AI-powered data tools
You should be familiar with Excel basics, but no Copilot or AI experience is required.
Copilot for Excel Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- • Navigate and use Copilot features in Excel
- • Query data using natural language
- • Clean and audit data using built-in AI tools
- • Generate and troubleshoot formulas
- • Build PivotTables and visualisations
- • Format spreadsheets for readability and impact
- • Perform advanced analytics with Python in Excel
- • Summarise and present data clearly and professionally
Copilot for Excel Course Content
- Introduction to Copilot for Excel
- Understand the course scope and objectives
- Familiarize with Excel Copilot interface and usage
- Quick demo of Excel Copilot
- Learner introductions and experience sharing
- Exploring and Understanding Data
- Query and summarize data with natural language
- Identify key insights quickly
- Guided practice querying Copilot
- Explore provided dataset and identify insights
- Group discussion on insights discovered
- Data Cleaning & Quality Auditing
- Use Excel’s AI-powered Clean Data tool
- Understand data quality and consistency issues
- Clean Data demonstration
- Hands-on activity with intentionally messy data
- Simple Formulas & Functions
- Generate basic Excel formulas with Copilot assistance
- Understand and verify created formulas
- Creating calculated columns and simple summaries
- Hands-on creating formulas and verifying results
- Complex Formulas & Troubleshooting
- Build complex formulas using Copilot
- Troubleshoot formulas with Copilot assistance
- IF, VLOOKUP and INDEX-MATCH formulas
- Troubleshooting broken formulas
- Formatting & Conditional Formatting
- Improve spreadsheet readability with formatting
- Dynamically highlight data using conditional formatting
- Copilot formatting commands (bold, currency formatting)
- Conditional formatting examples (top values, thresholds)
- Hands-on formatting practice
- Advanced Analysis using Python in Excel
- Understand Excel's integration with Python for advanced analytics
- Perform complex analysis without coding
- Sales forecasting and statistical analysis with Python through Copilot
- Learners observe and discuss real examples (forecast, correlation analysis, advanced visualization)
- Visualising Data – Charts, Pivot Tables and Displays
- Summarize data using PivotTables with Copilot
- Understand pivot layouts and interpret data summaries
- Visualize data insights with Excel charts using Copilot
- Present data clearly and professionally
- Pivot creation for sales by region/product
- Creating and customizing a chart with Copilot