Macquarie University
Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel Specialization

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Macquarie University

Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel Specialization

Excel Mastery for Data-Driven Decisions. Master advanced statistical techniques in Excel for impactful data analysis and predictive insights

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Beginner level

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4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyse complex data sets using advanced statistical techniques to derive actionable insights and drive strategic decision-making.

  • Create advanced data visualisations and predictive analytics models to effectively communicate findings and influencing decision-making processes.

  • Synthesise statistical techniques and Excel functions to develop comprehensive data analysis solutions for authentic real-world problems.

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August 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Evaluate the impact of statistical methods on organisation-wide decision-making processes.

  • Design spreadsheet models to predict organisational trends and outcomes.

  • Critically interpret graphical data representations to identify actionable insights.

  • Formulate data analysis strategies to optimise organisational performance.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Descriptive Statistics
Category: Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Category: Probability Distribution
Category: Microsoft Excel
Category: Statistics
Category: Variance Analysis
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Histogram
Category: Statistical Inference
Category: Box Plots
Category: Statistical Methods
Category: Data Visualization
Category: Excel Formulas
Category: Data Visualization Software

What you'll learn

  • Analyse and evaluate data using advanced statistical methods.

  • Synthesise and interpret inferential statistics for predictive analysis.

  • Design and develop interactive data visualisations.

  • Integrate Excel functions and Data Analysis ToolPak for professional applications.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Pivot Tables And Charts
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: Correlation Analysis
Category: Probability & Statistics
Category: Statistical Inference
Category: Microsoft Excel
Category: Sampling (Statistics)
Category: Statistics
Category: Data Visualization
Category: Excel Formulas
Category: Descriptive Statistics
Category: Data Presentation
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Interactive Data Visualization
Category: Forecasting

What you'll learn

  • Design and develop interactive data visualisations in Excel.

  • Integrate Excel functions and the Data Analysis ToolPak for professional applications.

  • Analyse and evaluate data in Excel using advanced statistical tools.

  • Create forecasts in Excel to drive actionable insights.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Forecasting
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: Microsoft Excel
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Variance Analysis
Category: Business Analytics
Category: Data Visualization Software
Category: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
Category: Advanced Analytics
Category: Statistical Modeling
Category: Data Analysis Software
Category: Probability & Statistics
Category: Statistical Inference
Category: Statistics
Category: Analytics
Category: Data-Driven Decision-Making
Category: Statistical Methods

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Assoc Prof Prashan S. M. Karunaratne
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