Description
Course Name: Certificate in MS Excel & Data Entry
Course Id: CMEDE/Q0101.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent is required.
Objective: The objective of the Certificate in MS Excel & Data Entry course is to equip learners with practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel and professional data entry skills required in modern workplaces. The course covers Excel basics such as cell formatting, formulas, functions, charts, sorting and filtering, and working with spreadsheets. Learners are trained to enter, organize, and process data accurately using keyboard shortcuts, tables, and templates.
Duration: Three Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus:
Module 1: Introduction to Data Entry and Excel Interface: Basics of data entry and its importance, Overview of spreadsheet software, Starting MS Excel and exploring the interface, Understanding rows, columns, cells, and ranges, Creating, saving, and opening workbooks, Data types and cell formatting, Basic data entry techniques, Using undo, redo, and auto-fill, Customizing the Excel workspace, File management and worksheet navigation.
Module 2: Basic Excel Functions and Formulas: Understanding formula structure in Excel, Using basic arithmetic operations (+, –, *, /), SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN functions, Count and counta functions, Cell referencing – relative and absolute, Copying formulas with autofill, Introduction to logical functions (IF), Text functions – LEFT, RIGHT, CONCATENATE, Using date and time functions, Error checking and formula troubleshooting.
Module 3: Formatting and Data Management: Formatting cells – font, color, number, alignment, Conditional formatting basics, Inserting and deleting rows/columns, Sorting and filtering data, Using find and replace, Data validation techniques, Creating and managing tables, Protecting cells and worksheets, Freezing panes and splitting windows, Page layout and print setup.
Module 4: Charts and Visualization: Introduction to charts and their types, Creating bar, line, and pie charts, Editing chart elements – title, legend, axis, Formatting chart styles and colors, Using sparklines for data trends, Inserting shapes and images, Data representation using conditional formatting, Chart layout customization, Saving and exporting charts, Practical use of charts in reports.
Module 5: Advanced Excel Tools for Data Entry: Using dropdown lists for easier input, Creating forms for structured data entry, Data import from external files (CSV, text), Using filters for focused data entry, Removing duplicates from data, Working with multiple sheets and linking data, Basic pivot table introduction, Keyboard shortcuts for fast data entry, Using freeze panes for large data, Backup and recovery of Excel files.
Module 6: Practical Projects and Career Skills: Typing practice and speed enhancement, Hands-on data entry projects, Creating attendance sheets and invoices, Making student mark sheets and payrolls, Resume writing with Excel tables, Emailing Excel files professionally, Preparing reports using Excel, Troubleshooting common Excel issues, Job roles in data entry and MIS, Interview tips for data entry operators.
🎓 Career Opportunities & Salary Range in India
This certification equips learners with essential spreadsheet skills, data handling, and entry-level analytics using Microsoft Excel, along with accurate and speedy data entry abilities—a valuable combination for various office-based and support roles.
💼 Top Career Roles with Salary Details
| Job Role | Key Responsibilities | Monthly Salary Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator | Enter data into Excel sheets, forms, databases, maintain accuracy | ₹10,000 – ₹18,000 |
| MIS Executive (Entry-Level) | Manage daily reports, prepare Excel dashboards, data tracking | ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Back Office Executive | Perform data management, record-keeping, basic Excel operations | ₹12,000 – ₹22,000 |
| Excel Data Analyst Assistant | Clean data, use formulas, filters, basic charts for reporting | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Billing / Invoicing Assistant | Prepare invoices, maintain records in Excel or billing software | ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 |
| Admin Assistant / Clerk | Record management, report generation, using Excel & email | ₹12,000 – ₹18,000 |
| Inventory / Store Assistant | Maintain inventory logs in Excel, update stock data | ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 |
| Customer Support (Non-Voice) | Data entry and CRM updation, reporting customer interactions | ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 |
| HR Assistant (with Excel) | Maintain attendance, employee records, salary sheets in Excel | ₹14,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Freelance Data Entry Professional | Project-based Excel and data entry work | ₹10,000 – ₹40,000 (depending on projects) |
🏢 Industries That Hire
IT & BPO companies
Manufacturing & Retail businesses
Healthcare & Insurance firms
Logistics & E-commerce
Government projects (data digitization)
Educational institutions
Finance & Banking support services
NGOs and CSR project offices
📈 Career Growth Path
| Years of Experience | Growth Path |
|---|---|
| 0–1 years | Data Entry Operator → Junior MIS Executive |
| 2–3 years | MIS Executive → Data Coordinator |
| 3–5 years | Senior MIS Executive → Data Analyst Assistant |
| 5+ years | Team Leader (Back Office / MIS) or Freelance Consultant |
💰 Salary Progression by Experience
| Experience | Monthly Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| 0–1 year | ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 |
| 2–3 years | ₹16,000 – ₹25,000 |
| 3–5 years | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 |
| 5+ years | ₹30,000 – ₹50,000+ |
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