Master Microsoft Excel from the ground up in around 30 hours of self-paced online study, and earn a certificate endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
Master Microsoft Excel from the ground up in around 30 hours of self-paced online study, and 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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Introducing Excel
Entering Data
File Operations
Performing Calculations
Modifying the Worksheet
Formatting
Printing
Sorting and Filtering
What you’ll typically need to get started.
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Upon completion, receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, recognised internationally.
Access unlimited tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout your studies.
Study 100% online at your own pace with 6 months of course access and approximately 30 hours of content.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview tips, and a five-step job success process.
Receive career coaching including CV help, LinkedIn profile review, and interview preparation to support your job search.
Gain access to a network of industry professionals and key resources in business, finance, and IT who use Excel daily, expanding career opportunities.
Receive a free virtual Student ID card upon enrolment, providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and worldwide.
Get free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.
ICOES
CPD
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.
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This course covers the core Microsoft Excel skills used every day in business, finance, and operations. Students learn to build and format spreadsheets, work with formulas, analyse data, and present information clearly. Around 30 hours of content is delivered entirely online, with 6 months of course access to fit study around work or other commitments.
The course is delivered by The Career Academy NZ and suits anyone entering the workforce, moving into an office role, or looking to formalise skills they already use. No prior Excel experience is required. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, verifiable via SEEK Pass. Students also get access to the Career Centre from day one, including CV templates, a personalised CV review, LinkedIn profile support, and interview preparation resources.
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Last updated: July 2026