Prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access and earn your Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert Certification. Exam fees included for five exams.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course must be taken on a PC. Macs and Chromebooks are not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.(Windows 11 users, it is recommended to have 8-16GB of RAM for best results.)
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
- Microsoft Office 365 or 2021 (not included in enrollment). While you can use an older version of Microsoft Office, if you do, there will be some differences between your version and what you see in the course.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and available online.
Microsoft Office is the most widely used business productivity suite. Knowing how to use its products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is valuable in any professional setting. Earning your Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert certification demonstrates your knowledge of the applications and proves that you are ready to make an immediate impact at your organization.
This course prepares you for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. You will build your expertise in these programs through hands-on exercises, in-depth course material, and supplemental video demonstrations. As you prepare for each exam, you will test your skills at regular intervals with quizzes and exams.
This course offers enrollment with or without vouchers. The vouchers are prepaid access to sit for five certifying exams of your choosing upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.
- Introduction to Excel
- Microsoft Office Basics
- Creating a Microsoft Excel Workbook
- The Ribbon
- The Backstage View (The File Menu)
- The Quick Access Toolbar
- Entering Data in Microsoft Excel Worksheets
- Formatting Microsoft Excel Worksheets
- Editing Worksheets
- Working with Rows and Columns
- Using Formulas in Microsoft Excel
- Finalizing Microsoft Excel Worksheets
- Introduction to Excel Exam
- Intermediate Excel
- Common Functions
- Working with Lists
- Visualizing Your Data
- Working with Tables
- Advanced Formatting
- Intermediate Excel Exam
- Advanced Excel
- Using PivotTables
- Advanced Functions
- Auditing Workbooks
- Data Tools
- Working with Others
- Recording and Using Macros
- Advanced Excel Exam
- Final Excel Exam
- Introduction to Word
- Microsoft Office Basics
- Creating a Microsoft Word Document
- The Ribbon
- The Quick Access Toolbar
- Formatting Microsoft Word Documents
- Editing Documents
- Finalizing Microsoft Word Documents
- Introduction to Word Exam
- Intermediate Word
- Advanced Formatting
- Working with Tables
- Working with Images
- Page Layout
- Working with Illustrations
- Viewing Your Documents
- Intermediate Word Exam
- Advanced Word
- Working with Long Documents
- Reviewing and Collaborating on Documents
- Comparing and Combining Documents
- Forms
- Managing Mailings
- Protecting Documents
- Macros
- Advanced Word Exam
- Final Word Exam
- Introduction to PowerPoint
- Microsoft Office Basics
- Creating a Presentation
- The Ribbon
- The Quick Access Toolbar
- Formatting Presentations
- Working with Images
- Working with Tables and Charts
- Preparing and Presenting
- Introduction to PowerPoint Exam
- Advanced PowerPoint
- Customizing Presentations
- Presentation Masters
- Working with Special Effects
- Using SmartArt
- Multimedia
- Setting up the Slide Show
- Outlines and Slides
- Managing Multiple Presentations
- Finalizing Presentations
- Advanced PowerPoint Exam
- Final PowerPoint Exam
- Introduction to Microsoft Outlook
- The Outlook Interface
- Working with Messages
- Working with the Calendar
- Organizing Contacts
- Working with Groups
- Introduction to Microsoft Outlook Exam
- Advanced Microsoft Outlook
- Performing Popular Tasks
- Working with Tasks and Notes
- Using Signature and Themes
- Managing Your Inbox
- Working with Multiple Email Accounts
- Advanced Microsoft Outlook Exam
- Final Outlook Exam
- Introduction to Microsoft Access
- Databases and Access Terms
- Quick Overview of the Access User Interface
- Fundamentals
- Tables and Their Views
- Tables
- Queries
- Forms
- Reports
- Introduction to Access Final Exam
- Advanced Microsoft Access
- Relationships
- Queries
- Table Functions
- Advanced Forms
- Advanced Reports
- Macros
- Completing the Desktop Application
- Advanced Access Final Exam
- Access Final Access Exam
What you will learn
- Master the crucial Microsoft Office suite skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook to enhance your productivity
- Craft and refine Word documents with ease and precision
- Create visually stunning Excel spreadsheets to make data analysis engaging
- Design persuasive PowerPoint presentations to captivate audiences
- Optimize database management and boost efficiency with Access
- Streamline communication, scheduling, and collaboration using Outlook's powerful features
How you will benefit
- Increased employability: Enhance your resume with the widely-recognized and in-demand Microsoft Office skills, making you more attractive to potential employers
- Improved productivity: Streamline your daily tasks and processes by utilizing the various tools and features available in the Office suite
- Enhanced communication: Craft professional and visually appealing documents, presentations, and emails to clearly convey your message to colleagues and clients
- Data-driven decision-making: Leverage Excel's powerful data analysis capabilities to make informed decisions based on quantitative insights
- Efficient collaboration: Utilize Outlook and other Office applications to seamlessly collaborate with team members, share documents, and keep everyone on the same page
- Time-saving automation: Use Excel and Access to automate repetitive tasks, saving you valuable time and reducing the risk of manual errors
- Customized solutions: Tailor PowerPoint presentations and Word documents to suit various audiences and purposes, adapting to the specific needs of your projects
- Superior organization: Manage your schedule, tasks, and contacts effectively using Outlook's calendar and task management features, ensuring you stay on top of your commitments
- Advanced reporting: Generate sophisticated reports and visualizations using Excel and Access to better understand your data and communicate your findings
- Professional growth: Continuously develop your skills and stay relevant in the ever-evolving workplace by mastering the latest updates and features within the Microsoft Office suite
Tracy Berry
Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.