Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot
You’ll gain confidence progressing your data analysis capabilities using PowerQuery and PowerPivot. This course develops practical skills aligned with UK sector best practices. Study flexibly and at your own pace, building knowledge valued by employers across the UK’s data-driven workplaces.
Overview
What You’ll Learn From Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot
Overview
This Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot course is CPD-accredited and available fully online for UK learners ready to advance their data skills. It’s designed to help you take the next step in your professional development with flexible, self-paced learning.
You’ll build a deeper understanding of data import, cleaning, and modelling, increasing your ability to make informed decisions using Excel’s advanced features. The course focuses on practical application and ethical data handling aligned with sector best practices, helping you improve your analytical thinking and professional judgement.
Learners typically include data analysts, finance professionals, and those seeking to enhance their Excel capabilities for project leadership. The course supports your skills-based development with accessible online study and dedicated UK learner support throughout.
Key highlights:
- Master PowerQuery and PowerPivot for data analysis efficiency
- Develop practical skills in data cleaning, transformation, and modelling
- Learn to create insightful reports and interactive dashboards
- Flexible, self-paced online learning with 12 months’ access
- CPD-accredited for recognised professional development
- Includes real-world examples reflecting UK business contexts
- Assessment with instant results and free retakes for full understanding
- Optional digital and printed certificate to verify skills
Accreditation & Recognition
This Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
- 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
- Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
- Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
- Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification
Assessment & Certification
Your progress in this Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion. Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement. This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.
Who Is This Course For?
- Data analysts seeking advanced Excel data transformation skills
- Finance professionals needing efficient data modelling techniques
- Business intelligence practitioners expanding reporting capabilities
- Project managers improving data-driven decision-making confidence
- Aspiring analysts aiming to strengthen practical Excel knowledge
- Professionals responsible for managing complex datasets
- Individuals looking to enhance analytical and problem-solving skills
Career Opportunities & Progression
- Data Analyst (£25,000–£40,000)
- Business Intelligence Analyst (£30,000–£45,000)
- Financial Analyst (£28,000–£42,000)
- Reporting Specialist (£26,000–£38,000)
- Project Coordinator with data focus (£24,000–£35,000)
- Operations Analyst (£27,000–£39,000)
- Excel Power User supporting business insights (£25,000–£37,000)
Key Skills You’ll Gain
- Confident use of PowerQuery for data import and cleaning
- Capability to create and manage data models in PowerPivot
- Understanding of DAX formulas for advanced calculations
- Practical skills in building dynamic pivot tables and dashboards
- Enhanced problem-solving using data transformation techniques
- Improved data analysis and reporting accuracy
- Leadership in applying Excel tools to business scenarios
- Ability to integrate and manipulate complex datasets
Why Study with Royal Open College
Royal Open College is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime. CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
- Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
- 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
- Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals
Enrol today to develop practical skills, build confidence, and strengthen your real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited Microsoft Excel: PowerQuery and PowerPivot course.

