Paths
Using Microsoft Office 2016
Microsoft Office is a suite of cross-compatible applications and services that include programs for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, information management,... Read more
Beginner
In this section, you’ll get a glimpse of the interface, and learn all about the new features in Microsoft Office 2016.
What's New in Office 2016
Beginner • 1h 35m
Description
Get up to speed and learn what's new in Office 2016 in this short course. This course covers all the new features in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Access, Visio, Project, Publisher, Skype for Business, Outlook on the Web, Delve, and Sway.
Table of contents
- The Difference between Office 2016 and Office 3656m 7s
- What's New in Word 20164m 19s
- What's New in Excel 20166m 47s
- What's New in PowerPoint 20167m 51s
- What's New in OneNote 20167m 54s
- What's New in Outlook 20168m 36s
- What's New in Access 20166m 50s
- What's New in Visio 20166m 20s
- What's New in Project 20167m 2s
- What's New in Publisher 20169m 16s
- What's New in Skype for Business4m 38s
- What's New in Outlook on the Web9m 43s
- What's New in Delve5m 52s
- What's New in Sway3m 55s
Intermediate
In this section, you will learn the fundamentals of each of the different Microsoft Office applications and begin using them in a variety ways.
Microsoft Word (2016): Essentials
Beginner • 1h 32m
Description
Interested in learning how to use Microsoft Word for your job or daily personal use? This course is the one for you! In this course, you will learn how to get started in Word 2016 by exploring the toolbar, ribbon, and changes from previous versions. Next you will learn about all the different things you can do when working with a document in Word 2016. Finally, this course will teach you important information about formatting and working with text and paragraphs to create the perfect finished document. By the end of this course, you'll know your way around Microsoft Word and you'll be able to use its many features for a variety of projects.
Table of contents
- Getting Started46m 51s
- Working with Documents14m 38s
- Formatting Text and Paragraphs30m 41s
Excel 2016 for Windows and Mac: Essentials
Beginner • 2h 53m
Description
Learn the fundamentals of using and creating Excel spreadsheets, including entering and editing data, managing lists, writing formulas and using functions, formatting sheets, and printing your work.
Table of contents
- Getting Acquainted with Excel47m 29s
- Data Entry Techniques13m 1s
- Managing Lists with Excel 201636m 22s
- Calculating with Formulas and Functions27m 42s
- Formatting Worksheets27m 42s
- Printing Worksheets21m 10s
Using Office PowerPoint (2016)
Beginner • 3h 56m
Description
PowerPoint is one of the best and most popular tools today for creating great presentations. Whether you are an IT Pro or just casual Office PowerPoint user, this course, Using Office PowerPoint 2016, will teach you the latest additions and features of PowerPoint 2016. First, you will learn how to set up your PowerPoint presentation. Next, you'll learn all about features and functions you can integrate into the presentation for a rich and dynamic experience. Finally, you'll learn about the different ways to present, publish, and share a finished PowerPoint presentation. By the end of this course, you'll be able to use PowerPoint like a pro and give fantastic presentations every time.
Table of contents
- Getting Started20m 34s
- Working with Presentations45m 43s
- Working with Text, Tables, and Formatting Options36m 40s
- Working with Pictures, Shapes, Objects, Charts, and SmartArt48m 46s
- Transitions, Animations, Hyperlinks, and Actions35m 16s
- Working with Video and Audio in PowerPoint 201622m 21s
- Setting up and Running a SlideShow27m 2s
Using Outlook (2016)
Beginner • 3h 20m
Description
This course introduces the new and improved features of Microsoft Outlook 2016. You'll become familiar with the layout of the Outlook environment, learn best practices for working with and managing email, and how to use the calendar, contacts, and tasks.
Table of contents
- The Basics of Outlook 201615m 7s
- Working with Email25m 19s
- Managing Mail48m 14s
- Working with the Calendar24m 16s
- Working with Contacts14m 27s
- Working with Tasks17m 1s
- Other Items56m 19s
OneNote 2016
Beginner • 1h 8m
Description
If you are someone who uses OneNote and wants to maximize the use, this course OneNote 2016 is for you. First, you'll look at creating and adding to a notebook. Then, you'll look at writing notes, sending messages, and merging notes and sections. Finally, you'll explore how to tag, track changes, and share your notebooks with others on your team.
Table of contents
- Getting Started28m 18s
- Better Using Tools in OneNote21m 51s
- Sharing OneNote18m 8s
Microsoft Access (2016)
Beginner • 4h 27m
Description
Do you have to create a desktop database? Microsoft Access 2016 is the tool for you. You will start with a brief introduction to Access 2016, before you get into tables, fields, queries, and form building. This course will teach you how to create browser-based databases with scalable and usable data. Software required: Microsoft Access (2016).
Table of contents
- Getting Started with Access 201657m 32s
- Working with Tables30m 28s
- Fields and Queries1h 4m 34s
- Advanced Queries and Form Building54m 31s
- Formatting and Printing43m 45s
- Working with Data16m 9s
Project 2016 for Business Professionals
Beginner • 4h 25m
Description
Microsoft Project 2016 is a great tool to help any business professional manage their projects from beginning to end. In this course, Project 2016 for Business Professionals, you will learn how to use Project 2016 to organize and complete your projects more efficiently than ever. First, you'll learn how to create a plan, work with tasks, and set deadlines to make management easier down the road. Next, you'll work with resources and the resource calendar and you'll also cover managing your budget and timeline. Finally, you'll explore how to find and view information, how to create reports that you can present, and learn about master projects. By the end of this course, you'll have a better management system for your projects and you'll be able to increase the efficiency and quality of your work.
Table of contents
- Getting Started with Project 201632m 31s
- Creating a Plan57m 25s
- Working with Resources35m 6s
- Managing Your Budget and Timeline39m 39s
- Finding and Viewing Information31m 8s
- Introduction to Reporting21m 33s
- Creating Custom Reports, Tables, Fields, and Templates32m 27s
- Master Projects16m
Using Publisher 2016
Beginner • 1h 2m
Description
If you have a project that you want to integrate with Publisher 2016 this course, Using Publisher 2016, is the course for you. First, you will do a quick tour of Publisher and help get your projects organized. Then, you will cover different editing tips and tricks to fully utilize Publisher 2016. Finally, you will do a final check and edit before publishing your project. By the end of this course, you'll have a strong foundation of knowledge in order to use Publisher 2016 to to help enhance your projects.
Table of contents
- Getting Started with Publisher17m 4s
- Editing Tips and Tricks36m 1s
- Save and Publish Your Project9m 3s
Using Visio (2016)
Beginner • 2h 48m
Description
This course will introduce you to Visio 2016, Microsoft's application for creating visual diagrams, including flowcharts, process maps, network diagrams, organization charts, and more. You'll become familiar with shapes, stencils, templates, connectors, glue, themes, styles, containers, callouts, layers, embellishments, and working with text. You'll also learn best practices for printing and sharing, plus tips for creating diagrams and charts.
Table of contents
- Getting Started with Visio 201622m 7s
- Shapes, Stencils, and Templates53m 25s
- Tools44m 46s
- Text9m 52s
- Printing13m 41s
- Sharing14m 18s
- Tips10m 12s
Using Office Sway (2016)
Beginner • 38m
Description
If you want to learn a new, interactive way to give presentations, reports, and tell stories, then this course is for you! In Using Office Sway (2016), you'll learn the new features of Sway, how to create a Sway from scratch, how to grab attention with your content, and how to publish your storyline.
Table of contents
- Getting Started10m 14s
- Sway: Create Something New7m 44s
- Sway: Grab Attention with Content10m 52s
- Sway: Polish and Publish Your Storyline9m 58s
Using Office Delve 365 (2016)
Beginner • 33m
Description
Get up and running with Microsoft Office Delve 2016 in this short course! In this course, you'll learn the new features, how to work with the content card, how to make authoring easy, and tips on searching for content and people.
Table of contents
- Getting Started8m 45s
- Working with the Content Card6m 2s
- All About Me6m 41s
- Authoring Made Easy7m 47s
- Search for Content and People4m 5s
Using Skype for Business
Beginner • 1h 7m
Description
The Skype for Business platform can be used for calls, conferencing, video, and sharing. Whether you are new to Skype for Business or if you're coming from Lync, this course will get you up and running with everything you need to know to simplify communication. This course covers new features, contacts, groups, change alerts, instant messaging, meetings, calls, and sharing content.
Table of contents
- New Features4m 37s
- Getting Started6m 11s
- Adding Contacts and Creating Groups3m 9s
- Tagging for Status Change Alerts2m 7s
- Communicating with Instant Messaging7m 9s
- Connecting from Outlook2m 14s
- Starting an Unscheduled Online Meeting or Conference Call5m 31s
- Scheduling and Starting a Meeting9m 1s
- Transferring a File in a Meeting2m 5s
- Sharing Presentable Content12m 16s
- Making an Audio Call2m 51s
- Making a Video Call5m 18s
- Recording and Publishing a Meeting4m 41s
Advanced
This section focuses on two of the most popular Microsoft Office applications: Word and Excel. You’ll take your foundational skills to the next level by learning more about styles, advanced formatting and tools, and functions.
Word 2016 for Power Users
Beginner • 2h 23m
Description
Go beyond the basics with this Word 2016 for Power Users course. If you are someone who uses Word in your day to day operations then this course will help you maximize your usage. First, you'll learn about advanced formatting options before customizing and editing configuration settings. Then, you'll move onto what makes your Word experience pop, the art, pictures, tables, symbols, and other advanced tools.
Table of contents
- Styles24m 39s
- Advanced Formatting30m 47s
- Word Tools1h 27m 53s
Excel 2016 for Power Users
Intermediate • 3h 18m
Description
Go beyond the basics in this Excel 2016 for Power Users course. Busy business professionals will learn how to advance their Excel 2016 skills by learning conditional formatting, functions, tables, graphics, and printing.
Table of contents
- Conditional Formatting34m 45s
- Functions43m 28s
- Tables46m 40s
- Graphics40m 44s
- Printing24m 5s
- Review9m 2s
What will you learn
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- OneNote
- Access
- Project
- Publisher
- Visio
- Sway
- Delve
- Skype for Business
Pre-requisites
No prerequisites are necessary for this path.
Register for FREE. Get your Pluralsight IQ.
You’ll get unlimited access to adaptive skill assessments that help you validate your skills in as little as 5 minutes, and you'll get to see the Pluralsight platform first-hand.