Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced
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Type
Course
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Level
Advanced
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
The Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced is designed for learners who want to strengthen their ability to work confidently with the full Microsoft Office suite at an advanced level. This course provides structured, in-depth training across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access, helping you master the tools that drive productivity in modern workplaces. Through clear guidance and real-world scenarios, you will learn advanced formatting, automation techniques, complex data management, and time-saving shortcuts that make daily tasks faster and more efficient.
This advanced Microsoft Office training is ideal for learners aiming to improve their performance in administrative roles, office support positions, data-driven environments, or business operations. You will gain the ability to handle spreadsheets with precision, create polished documents, build high-impact presentations, manage communication workflows, and work effectively with structured data.
Whether you are looking to progress in your career, update existing IT skills, or boost your CV, this Microsoft Office 2016 advanced course offers practical knowledge that employers value. With flexible online study and expert-developed materials, the course supports learners in building confidence, improving accuracy, and enhancing efficiency across a wide range of workplace tasks.
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Develop advanced proficiency across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access
Apply complex functions, formulas, and formatting to improve workplace efficiency
Create professional, high-impact documents and presentations
Manage data accurately using advanced tools and organisational features
Enhance digital communication and workflow management skills
Produce work that improves accuracy, productivity, and consistency
This course is ideal for learners who want to advance their digital skills and achieve greater efficiency in office-based roles. It suits administrative staff, coordinators, office managers, executive assistants, data administrators, and those who work with documents, spreadsheets, presentations, or business communication on a regular basis. The Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced is also suitable for jobseekers aiming to strengthen their employability by adding widely recognised IT skills to their CV.
The course is equally beneficial for individuals returning to work, professionals seeking promotion, or learners who want to replace outdated computer skills with current and practical expertise. As the Microsoft Office suite remains a core requirement across industries, this advanced training supports progression in business, education, hospitality, retail, healthcare, public services, and many other sectors. No prior advanced knowledge is required, making the course accessible while still offering in-depth learning.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. It is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who want to improve their IT skills for personal or professional development. A good level of English, numeracy, and general IT ability is recommended to ensure smooth progress throughout the modules. Learners will benefit from having access to a computer with Microsoft Office 2016 installed. This course is designed to be user-friendly, allowing learners to study independently while building confidence at an advanced level.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.
This course stands out for its flexibility, allowing learners to study at their own pace and review lessons whenever needed. The modules are expertly designed to provide clear, structured guidance and practical skills that directly support workplace performance. With a strong focus on career-enhancing outcomes, the training helps learners improve digital confidence and accuracy across essential office tasks. The skills gained from the Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced strengthen any CV and support progression into administrative, coordination, or data-driven roles. Learners benefit from accessible online learning and advanced knowledge that can be applied immediately in professional settings.
This course is designed to be accessible for learners with basic Microsoft Office experience, even if they have never studied at an advanced level before. The modules are broken into clear, manageable sections, and each topic is explained using straightforward language and practical examples. Learners can revisit lessons at any time, making it easy to progress at a comfortable pace. The course aims to build confidence gradually, ensuring that advanced tools and features feel approachable rather than overwhelming.
Strong Microsoft Office skills remain highly valued across UK industries, and employers increasingly look for candidates who can work efficiently with documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and email systems. By completing this advanced diploma, you demonstrate improved accuracy, organisation, and productivity—skills that are essential for administrative, customer service, coordination, and office support roles. Adding an advanced Microsoft Office qualification to your CV can help you stand out, support promotion opportunities, and improve access to a wider range of employment options.
The course is delivered fully online, allowing learners to study from any location and fit learning around work, family, or other commitments. There are no deadlines and no fixed schedules, giving you complete control over your study pace. All modules are accessible 24/7, and learners can review the materials as often as needed. This flexible learning approach ensures that each learner can develop advanced Microsoft Office skills in a way that suits their lifestyle and preferred study routine.
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Subjects
- Excel
- Access
- Presentation
- Options
- Office IT
- Database
- Database training
- Web
- Industry
- Ms Office
- Export
- Import
- MS Excel
- Microsoft Office
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COURSE CURRICULUM
Module - 1
- Modify User Information
- Share a Document
- Work with Comments
- Compare Document Changes
- Review a Document
- Merge Document Changes
- Coauthor Documents
- Add Captions
- Add Cross-References
- Add Bookmarks
- Add Hyperlinks
- Insert Footnotes and Endnotes
- Add Citations
- Insert a Bibliography
- Insert Blank and Cover Pages
- Insert an Index
- Insert a Table of Contents
- Insert an Ancillary Table
- Manage Outlines
- Create a Master Document
- Suppress Information
- Set Editing Restrictions
- Add a Digital Signature to a Document
- Restrict Document Access
- Create Forms
- Manipulate Forms
- Form Data Conversion
- Create a New Document Version
- Compare Document Versions
- Merge Document Versions
- Activities – Microsoft Word 2016 Advanced
Module - 2
- Update Workbook Properties
- Activity-Update Workbook Properties
- Create and Edit a Macro
- Activity-Create and Edit a Macro
- Apply Conditional Formatting
- Activity-Apply Conditional Formatting
- Add Data Validation Criteria
- Activity-Add Data Validation Criteriaty
- Trace Cells
- Activity-Trace Cells
- Troubleshoot Invalid Data and Formula Errors
- Activity-Troubleshoot Invalid Data and Formula Errors
- Watch and Evaluate Formulas
- Activity-Watch and Evaluate Formulas
- Create a Data List Outline
- Activity-Create a Data List Outline
- Create Sparklines
- Activity_Create Sparklines
- Create Scenarios
- Activity-Create Scenarios
- Perform a What-If Analysis
- Activity-Perform a What-If Analysis
- Perform a Statistical Analysis with the Analysis ToolPak
- Activity-Perform a Statistical Analysis with the Analysis ToolPak
- Create Interactive Data with Power View
- Activity-Create Interactive Data with Power View
- Consolidate Data
- Activity-Consolidate Data
- Link Cells in Different Workbooks
- Activity-Link Cells in Different Workbooks
- Merge Workbooks
- Activity-Merge Workbooks
- Export Excel Data
- Activity-Export Excel Data
- Import a Delimited Text File
- Activity- Import a Delimited Text File
- Integrate Excel Data with the Web
- Activity-Integrate Excel Data with the Web
- Create a Web Query
- Activity-Create a Web Query
- Import and Export XML Data
- Activity-Import and Export XML Data
- Activities – Microsoft Excel 2016 Advanced
Module - 3
- Customize the User Interface
- Set PowerPoint 2016 Options
- Create and Manage Sections
- Modify Slide Masters and Slide Layouts
- Add Headers and Footers
- Modify the Notes Master and the Handout Master
- Create SmartArt
- Modify SmartArt
- Add Audio to a Presentation
- Add Video to a Presentation
- Customize Animations and Transitions
- Add Comments to a Presentation
- Review a Presentation
- Store and Share Presentations on the Web
- Annotate a Presentation
- Set Up a Slide Show
- Create a Custom Slide Show
- Add Hyperlinks and Action Buttons
- Record a Presentation
- Secure a Presentation
- Present a Slide Show Online
- Create a Video or a CD
- Activities – Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Advanced
Module - 4
- Insert Advanced Characters and Objects
- Modify Message Settings, Properties, and Options
- Use Automatic Replies
- Sort Messages
- Filter Messages
- Organize Messages
- Search Messages
- Manage Junk Mail
- Manage Your Mailbox
- Manage Advanced Calendar Options
- Manage Additional Calendars
- Manage Meeting Responses
- Assign and Manage Tasks
- Edit an Electronic Business Card
- Manage Advanced Contact Options
- Forward Contacts
- Export Contacts
- Delegate Access to Mail Folders
- Share Your Calendar
- Share Your Contacts
- Back Up Outlook Items
- Change Data File Settings
- Configure E-mail Message Security Settings
- Activities – Microsoft Outlook 2016 Advanced
Module - 5
- Add Controls to Forms
- Set Form Controls
- Create Subforms
- Organize Information with Tab Pages
- Enhance Navigation with Forms
- Format a Form
- Apply Conditional Formatting
- Field Validation
- Form and Record Validation
- Create a Macro
- Restrict Records Using a Condition
- Validate Data Using a Macro
- Automate Data Entry Using a Macro
- Convert a Macro to VBA
- Link Tables to External Data Sources
- Manage a Database
- Determine Object Dependency
- Document a Database
- Analyze the Performance of a Database
- Split a Database for Multiple User Access
- Implement Security
- Set Passwords
- Convert an Access Database to an ACCDE File
- Package a Database with a Digital Signature
- Create a Database Switchboard
- Modify a Database Switchboard
- Set Startup Options
- Activities – Microsoft Access 2016 Advanced
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Final Exam
How is the course assessed?
- To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.
Diploma in Microsoft Office 2016 Advanced
