Build expert-level Excel skills in ~30 hours of self-paced online study. Earn a certificate endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
Build expert-level Excel skills in ~30 hours of self-paced online study. Earn a certificate endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
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Importing and Saving Plain Text Files
Lookup and Cross-Reference (HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP)
Preparing Data for Reporting
Introduction to Dynamic Tables
Pivot Tables
Pivot Charts
How to complete vertical lookups
How to format and insert tables
How to analyse data utilising a Total Row
Table Filtering & Slicers
Using the Error Indicator to convert cell formats
Exporting data from Excel
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are industry experts passionate about student success.
24/7 course access allowing students to study at their own pace from anywhere.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and personalised career planning.
Receive a Virtual Student ID Card providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Get access to over 50 titles to enhance learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to stand out to employers on SEEK as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Structured courses guide students from beginner to advanced levels, progressing through Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Excel certifications.
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The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
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This Advanced Certificate in Microsoft Excel (Stage 3) covers the skills professionals use to analyse data, build dashboards, automate processes, and create financial models. Students work through advanced functions, data modelling techniques, and reporting tools that employers look for in data-aware roles.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits anyone who has completed intermediate Excel training and wants to reach a professional level of competence. Study is fully online and self-paced, with six months of course access and approximately 30 hours of learning material to work through at your own speed.
Students receive unlimited tutor support from industry experts during business hours, access to the CCH eBook Library (50-plus titles), and a Career Centre with CV templates, interview prep, and personalised career planning. On completion, the certificate can be verified through SEEK Pass to support your job applications.
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Last updated: July 2026