BAF Voc Skills I
BAF Voc Skills I
Evaluation/
50 marks - 30 marks semester end evaluation and 20 marks continuous evaluation
Assessment
Preface
The complexity of financial data and the increasing demand for data-driven insights make Excel proficiency
a vital skill across industries. In today's digital age, proficiency in Microsoft Excel has become an indispensable
skill, particularly for individuals pursuing careers in finance and business.
This course aims to fulfill the need for Excel proficiency among new generation learners, preparing them for
the challenges of the modern workplace. By the end of the course, learners will emerge with the confidence and
proficiency to leverage Excel as a powerful tool for financial analysis and reporting. Whether they are aspiring
finance professionals, business analysts, or entrepreneurs, this course will provide them with a competitive edge
in today's data-driven economy.
CO1 To familiarize learners with the Excel interface and basic functions.
CO2 To enable learners to use Excel for arithmetic operations, data analysis, and formatting.
CO3 To introduce learners to financial functions manually and in excel.
Learning Outcomes
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Module No Content No of
Hours
Introduction to Excel
Understanding the Excel interface: Tabs and its function. 15
1. Excel Basics Basic Excel functions and formulas: Arithmetic Operations, SUM
Function, Average Function, MAX/MIN Function, Count Function.
Use of Artificial Intelligence Tool for generating formulas and custom
formatting.
Formatting in Excel: Table, Rows and Layout.
(Note: The module/s are to be taught with the help of the computer wherever practical exposure is required.
Information: Model question paper for external exam will be provided during the workshops.
Reference Books
1. Quick course in Micro-soft office - Joyce Cox, Polly Orban
2. Office 2019 complete reference - Stephen L.Nelson
3. Rajkamal, Internet and web Technologies, Tata McGraw Hill (2013)
4. Mastering Office 2013 - GimiCouster
5. Excel with Microsoft Excel: Comprehensive & Easy Guide to Learn Advanced MS Excel
2019 by Naveen Mishra
6. Mastering Microsoft Excel Functions and Formulas 2010 by Web Tech Solutions
7. Microsoft Excel: Shortcut keys and Formulas 2021 by Kabir Das
Q1 Practical/ Theory 15
Q2 Practical/ Theory 15
Q3 Practical/ Theory 15
TOTAL 30
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Note
1. Equal Weightage is to be given to all the modules.
2. 15 marks question may be subdivided into 8 marks + 7 marks, 10 marks + 5 marks
and 5 marks + 5 marks + 5 marks. Internal options may be given however it is not mandatory.
3. Use of simple calculator is allowed in the examination.
4. Wherever possible more importance is to be given to the practical problems.
TOTAL 20
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