Excel Master Program
Complete Microsoft Excel training from beginner to advanced. Five courses, one program, and the Excel skills that employers list in nearly every job posting.
Excel proficiency appears in more job postings than any other single software skill. Whether you are building a career in finance, operations, HR, marketing, project management, or administration, employers expect you to know Excel. Not just the basics. They expect formulas, PivotTables, data analysis, and the ability to build professional reports without asking someone else to do it.
The Excel Master Program at Digital Workshop Center is a structured package of five Excel courses that takes you from foundational skills through advanced formulas, PivotTables, automation, and data analysis. Every class is live, instructor-led, and built around hands-on exercises that teach you how Excel is used in real workplaces. You finish the program with the skills to handle any spreadsheet task an employer puts in front of you, a DWC certificate of completion, and preparation for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel certification exams.
The program is designed for adults building new job skills, professionals adding Excel proficiency to their resume, and career changers who need a credential employers recognize. WIOA funding, DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation), and other financial aid may cover the cost in the states we serve.
Length & Frequency
27 total class hours | 2 sessions per week
Delivery
Private one-on-one | 100% live online instruction
Tuition
$2,495
Scholarships
May be available; contact admissions for details
How Enrollment Works
There is no cohort calendar. You start when you are ready.
Step 1: Contact Admissions
Request program information or attend a free info session. Discuss your goals, timeline, and funding options with an admissions advisor.
Step 2: Choose Your Schedule
Work with your instructor to set your start date, session days, and session times. Evening and daytime options are available. Sessions meet twice per week at 3.5 hours each.
Step 3: Begin Training
Start on the date you chose. Your instructor meets you where you are, and the curriculum moves at your pace from day one.
What Is in the Excel Master Program
Excel courses that build on each other in a logical progression from foundational skills to expert-level data analysis.
Excel Beginners (Level 1) (Prerequisite) The starting point for students new to Excel. Covers spreadsheet navigation, data entry, formatting, basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT), sorting, filtering, and chart creation. Level 1 is a prerequisite for the Excel Master Program and ensures every student enters the core courses with a solid foundation.
If you already have basic Excel experience, our admissions team can help you determine whether you can skip directly to Level 2. The cost of a Level class is not included in the tuition but can be added on.
Excel Intermediate (Level 2) Builds stronger reporting skills with conditional formulas (IF, COUNTIF, SUMIF, AVERAGEIF), conditional formatting, data validation, named ranges, and more efficient approaches to building professional reports.
Excel Advanced (Level 3) Covers workflow automation with macros, data consolidation from multiple sources, what-if analysis and scenario tools, and workbook collaboration. This course teaches you to build spreadsheets that work smarter, not harder.
Excel Advanced Formulas and Functions A specialized deep dive into Excel’s most powerful formula tools. Covers VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, nested functions, array formulas, and text, date, and logical function combinations. This is the course that separates competent Excel users from Excel experts.
Excel PivotTables Teaches you to analyze, summarize, and explore large datasets in minutes instead of hours. Covers building PivotTables from scratch, grouping and filtering data, calculated fields, PivotCharts, and turning raw data into clear insights for reporting and decision making.
Program format: Each course is 7 hours, delivered across 2 live online sessions (3.5 hours per session). The full program is 27 hours of live instruction across 8 sessions, plus practice time between sessions. When necessary, Level 1 (Beginners) can be added on to your tuition.
AI in Excel: What You Need to Know Now
AI is changing how Excel works. The Excel Master Program prepares you for both the fundamentals and what comes next.
Microsoft has embedded AI capabilities throughout Excel that are changing how professionals work with data. Copilot in Excel can generate formulas from natural language descriptions, suggest PivotTable layouts, identify trends in datasets, and produce visualizations from plain-text prompts. These features are powerful, but they are tools for people who already understand how Excel works, not replacements for that understanding.
Here is why that matters for your career: an employer who sees “Excel proficient” on your resume in 2026 expects you to understand formulas, PivotTables, data modeling, and reporting structure. They also increasingly expect you to know how to use AI tools within Excel to work faster. The professionals who thrive are the ones who can do both: build a spreadsheet from scratch when the situation demands it, and use AI-assisted features to accelerate the work when the tools are available.
The Excel Master Program builds the foundational and advanced skills that make AI tools useful. You cannot evaluate whether Copilot’s suggested formula is correct if you do not understand how VLOOKUP works. You cannot judge whether an AI-generated PivotTable layout makes sense if you have never built one yourself. The program teaches you Excel from the ground up so that when you use AI features, you use them with understanding, not blind trust.
Your instructor will also demonstrate current AI capabilities in Excel during the program, so you see how these tools work in practice and understand where they help and where they fall short.
Certification Prep: MOS Excel Associate and Expert
The Excel Master Program prepares you to sit for two industry-recognized Microsoft certifications.
The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is the world’s most widely recognized credential for Microsoft Office proficiency. It is backed by Microsoft, administered through Certiport, and recognized by employers, academic institutions, and governments in over 140 countries.
The Excel Master Program curriculum aligns with both MOS Excel certification exams:
MO-210: Microsoft Excel Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps)
MO-210: Microsoft Excel Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps) assesses foundational Excel skills including worksheet and workbook management, data manipulation, table management, formula and function operations, and chart creation. The Beginners, Intermediate, and PivotTables courses in the Excel Master Program directly cover these competency areas.
MO-211: Microsoft Excel Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps)
MO-211: Microsoft Excel Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps) assesses advanced skills including complex formulas, macros, advanced data management, and workbook collaboration. The Advanced, Advanced Formulas, and PivotTables courses in the Excel Master Program directly cover these competency areas.
Passing both the MO-210 and MO-211 exams earns you the MOS Excel Associate and MOS Excel Expert certifications. These credentials demonstrate validated, hands-on Excel proficiency to any employer.
Important note: The Excel Master Program prepares you for these exams but does not include the exam fee or proctoring. MOS exams are administered separately through Certiport testing centers. Your admissions advisor can provide guidance on exam registration and preparation.
Excel Master Program vs. Business Administration Certificate
Two paths. Different goals. Here is how to choose.
If you are deciding between the Excel Master Program and the Business Administration Certificate, the right choice depends on what you need.
Choose the Excel Master Program if: You want deep, expert-level Excel skills and your career goal is a role where Excel proficiency is the primary technical requirement. Roles like data entry specialist, reporting analyst, financial analyst, operations coordinator, or administrative professional with heavy spreadsheet responsibilities. The Excel Master Program gives you more Excel depth than any other program at DWC, including preparation for both MOS Excel certification exams. It is shorter, more focused, and less expensive than the Business Administration Certificate.
Choose the Business Administration Certificate if: You want a broader set of business and administrative skills that go beyond Excel. The Business Administration Certificate includes Excel training (with a strong focus), but also covers Google Workspace, business communication, collaboration tools, and workplace soft skills. It is a six-month, $5,295 program designed for career changers entering office, operations, or administrative support roles who need a well-rounded foundation. It includes career coaching and portfolio projects.
Both programs include: Live, instructor-led classes. Small class sizes. Hands-on, real-world exercises. A DWC certificate of completion. Eligibility for WIOA and DVR funding in the states we serve.
Not sure which is right for you? Talk to an advisor who can help you choose based on your career goals and timeline.
Who This Program Is For
Built for adults who need Excel skills that translate directly into employment and career advancement.
Job seekers and career changers
Job seekers and career changers who need Excel proficiency to qualify for the roles they are pursuing. Excel is listed as a required or preferred skill in the majority of job postings for administrative, analytical, financial, and operations roles. The Excel Master Program gives you a credential and a skill set you can demonstrate in an interview.
WIOA and DVR-funded participants
WIOA and DVR-funded participants enrolled through workforce development boards or vocational rehabilitation programs in Colorado, Utah, Oregon, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and other states. DWC has extensive experience delivering WIOA-eligible training and providing the documentation these programs require.
Working professionals seeking advancement
Working professionals seeking advancement who use Excel at a basic level but want to deepen their skills for a promotion, a role change, or increased responsibility. The program takes you from intermediate through expert level, adding formulas, PivotTables, macros, and data analysis to your skill set.
Employer-sponsored employees
Employer-sponsored employees whose companies are investing in their professional development. DWC provides employer invoicing, documentation, and certificates of completion. The Excel Master Program can also be delivered as private group training for teams.
Students in administrative, finance, operations, and analytical roles
Students in administrative, finance, operations, and analytical roles who need a structured program rather than individual classes. The Excel Master Program packages everything into one enrollment with a clear progression and a credential at the end.
Prerequisites and Enrollment
What you need before you start.
Prerequisite: Excel Beginners (Level 1) or equivalent experience.
Every student entering the Excel Master Program must have foundational Excel skills: comfortable navigating the interface, entering and formatting data, using basic formulas, and working with sorting and filtering. If you have this experience from previous work or training, you may be able to begin directly with Level 2.
If you are new to Excel, Level 1 is available as an add-on to the program. Your admissions advisor will help you determine the right starting point based on your current experience. The goal is to make sure you are set up to succeed from the first day of Level 2, not struggling with basics while the class moves forward.
Delivery: All classes are delivered live online through Zoom with an instructor teaching in real time. You attend from your computer at home or work.
Schedule: Part-time. Sessions are scheduled to allow you to continue working or managing other responsibilities while you train.
Certificate: Every graduate receives a DWC certificate of completion documenting all courses and competencies covered. This certificate, combined with the skills demonstrated in your work, prepares you to sit for the MOS Excel Associate (MO-210) and MOS Excel Expert (MO-211) certification exams.
Financial Aid and Funding
Multiple paths to pay for the program.
WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) funding may cover the full cost of the Excel Master Program for eligible participants, including dislocated workers, low-income adults, and other qualifying individuals. DWC works with workforce boards in Colorado, Utah, Oregon, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and other states.
DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) funding is available for eligible participants with disabilities. DWC works directly with DVR counselors to handle enrollment, documentation, and reporting.
Employer sponsorship is available for professionals whose companies are funding their training. DWC provides invoices, purchase order documentation, and certificates of completion.
Skill Advance Colorado grants may be available for Colorado employers enrolling incumbent workers in Excel training.
Payment plans may be available. Contact our admissions team to discuss options.
Serving Colorado, Utah, and Students Nationwide
Digital Workshop Center is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, and delivers the Excel Master Program live online to students across the country.
In Colorado, students in Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Windsor, Longmont, Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs, and across the state enroll in the program through direct enrollment, WIOA, DVR, or employer sponsorship.
In Utah, Oregon, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and other states, students enroll through WIOA workforce boards, DVR, or direct enrollment. All classes are delivered live online through Zoom.
Your Workforce Training Goals, Customized to You
DWC provides expert Microsoft Office and Excel training aligned to your team’s skill levels, job roles, and reporting needs. Custom private and group training options are available for organizations of every size.
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Excel Master Program FAQs
What is the Excel Master Program?
The Excel Master Program is a structured package of five Microsoft Excel courses that takes you from foundational skills through advanced formulas, PivotTables, automation, and data analysis. It is designed for adults who want comprehensive Excel proficiency for career advancement, job readiness, or professional development.
Do I need Excel experience to start?
Excel Beginners (Level 1) is a prerequisite for the program. If you are new to Excel, Level 1 is available as an add-on. If you already have basic Excel skills, our admissions team can evaluate whether you can begin directly at Level 2.
Does this program prepare me for Microsoft certification exams?
Yes. The Excel Master Program curriculum aligns with both the MO-210: MOS Excel Associate and MO-211: MOS Excel Expert certification exams. The program does not include the exam fee, but it prepares you for the skills and competencies both exams assess.
Does this program cover AI in Excel?
Yes. Your instructor will demonstrate current AI capabilities in Excel, including Copilot features for formula generation, PivotTable suggestions, and data analysis. The program builds the foundational skills that make AI tools useful, so you can evaluate and direct AI-generated outputs rather than relying on them blindly.
Can my employer pay for this program?
Yes. DWC provides employer invoicing, purchase order documentation, and certificates of completion. The program can also be delivered as private group training for teams.
How do I get started?
How do I get started?
Talk to an advisor to discuss your career goals, current experience level, funding options, and timeline. You can also request program information or attend an info session.
What courses are included?
The program includes Excel Beginners (Level 1) as a prerequisite, followed by Excel Intermediate (Level 2), Excel Advanced (Level 3), Excel Advanced Formulas and Functions, and Excel PivotTables. Each course is 7 hours delivered across 2 live sessions.
Are classes live or self-paced?
All classes are delivered live online through Zoom with an instructor teaching in real time. Participants follow along with hands-on exercises, ask questions, and get feedback. There are no self-paced, pre-recorded, or on-demand options.
How is this different from the Business Administration Certificate?
The Excel Master Program focuses exclusively on Excel at a deep, expert level. The Business Administration Certificate is a broader six-month program that includes Excel training alongside Google Workspace, business communication, and workplace soft skills. Choose the Excel Master Program for deep Excel expertise. Choose the Business Administration Certificate for a well-rounded administrative skill set.
Can this program be funded through WIOA or DVR?
Yes. The Excel Master Program is eligible for WIOA funding and DVR funding in the states DWC serves, including Colorado, Utah, Oregon, Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana. Contact your local workforce center or DVR counselor, or talk to a DWC advisor for guidance.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Every graduate receives a DWC certificate of completion documenting all courses and competencies covered. This credential can be used for job applications, employer verification, and professional development records.