Microsoft office is by far the most popular office efficiency tool employed by businesses across the globe. Training your team in the basics of Microsoft Office can help to unleash your teams potential for great work by improving efficiency, collaboration and professionalism of business documents.
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About the training
This course will teach your team the most essential Microsoft Office programs features in a hands on and fun way. By the end of the course, participants will walk away with the knowledge to create well formatted documents across the Microsoft Office range of programs and collaborate effectively on a team drive.
Delivery: The full course is designed to be delivered in person over the duration of a full day.
If your team need to upskill in one specific area of the Microsoft Suite you can request a 90 minute session on the area of your choice.
Learning outcomes
The why:
Microsoft Office is a versatile tool with extensive benefits for your team’s efficiency and professionalism.
The tools:
During the day we will cover the essentials of the Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint
Get hands on:
Learn the essential functions of the programs through relevant and practical tasks:
Excel:
- Visualize how resources are assigned by learning to create a Gantt chart.
- Practice basic formulas and functions in a business-centric activity by creating a basic budget sheet.
Word:
- Format a business report.
PowerPoint:
- Develop branded master slides for all your business presentations.
Outlook:
- Learn to get the most out of Outlook by syncing calendar and contacts as well as creating to-do lists.
Sharepoint:
- Create, organize, discover, and share information with others.
- Manage a collaborative team.
Who is for?
This course is specifically designed to equip teams with little to no previous knowledge of the Microsoft Suite with the necessary skills and tools.
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Meet our expert UpSkillers
Our certified trainers use a hands on and highly engaging approach to deliver training, tailored to suit your business needs.

David Sime

Emma Gray

Ian Thomas

Christine Braithwaite

Michael Knowles

Prab Chadha

Gosbert Chagula

Ann Robb

Chami Coomasaru

Jay Paul
FAQ
The courses work best for groups of up to 12 people. However, we can tailor the program should you require something more bespoke.
We come to you! Our clients love that we visit their office to perform the training. However, we can provide space at UpSkill’s HQ in London if getting a room is a little tricky.
No, we do not provide food, but we’re happy to arrange catering on your behalf if you schedule a session at our HQ.
The cost varies depending on several factors, such as the number of attendees, location and catering requirements.
Our courses are designed to be as flexible as possible, so you can arrange one any time within usual working hours. We recommend starting after 10 am and finishing before 4 pm.
We provide participants with a takeaway document upon completion of the course feedback form.
Get in touch with us on +44 (0) 207 846 6190.