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Basic Microsoft Office - All In One Training

Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One

Building Confidence and Competence in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Copilot, and Access

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Revised and Updated: 07 October 2026
Date Venue Duration
20 - 24 October 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
24 - 28 November 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
19 - 23 January 2027 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days

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Course Introduction

The Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course is tailored for beginners and those seeking foundational skills in Microsoft applications and everyday computer use. This training is designed to build your confidence and competence in using Microsoft Windows and the essential Microsoft Office suite — including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and an introduction to Access. 

 

Whether you’re new to the workplace, transitioning careers, or simply looking to strengthen your computer skills, this course takes you step by step through the basics. You’ll learn at your own pace, developing practical skills that can be applied immediately in both personal and professional settings. The training is relevant for users of Microsoft Office 365, 2021, 2019, or 2016, ensuring consistency regardless of the version. 

 

Given the pace of recent Microsoft 365 updates, this course also introduces Microsoft Teams for everyday collaboration and communication, and Microsoft 365 Copilot, giving delegates a practical, foundational understanding of how AI assistance is being built into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The course remains a 5-day programme, with all topics delivered within this timeframe. 

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Create and Edit Documents: Produce, format, and edit professional documents in Microsoft Word. 
  • Structure and Design: Apply basic layout and design principles to enhance your documents. 
  • Work with Spreadsheets: Build, format, and organise data in Microsoft Excel. 
  • Perform Basic Calculations: Use fundamental formulas and functions for everyday calculations. 
  • Create Presentations: Develop engaging PowerPoint presentations with clear formatting, visuals, and basic transitions. 
  • Manage Emails and Calendars: Use Microsoft Outlook to send and receive emails, manage contacts, and organise your calendar. 
  • Database Basics: Get introduced to Microsoft Access for simple database creation and management. 
  • Navigate Windows: Confidently operate within Windows 10 or 11 environments, including file management and security basics. 
  • Collaborate with Microsoft Teams: Use Teams for everyday chats, channels, meetings, and file collaboration. Get Started with Microsoft 365 Copilot: Understand how to use Copilot to assist with everyday tasks in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 
  • Get Started with Microsoft 365 Copilot: Understand how to use Copilot to assist with everyday tasks in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 

Who should attend?

This course is ideal for: 

  • New Employees: Those entering the workforce or new to roles requiring basic Microsoft Office skills. 
  • Students and Graduates: Individuals aiming to develop essential computer skills for academic or professional advancement. 
  • Career Changers: Anyone moving into administrative or office-based roles that require Microsoft Office proficiency. 
  • Professionals with Limited Exposure: Employees or self-learners seeking to improve their confidence and effectiveness in using Office applications. 
  • Anyone Wanting to Upskill: Individuals motivated to keep up with digital workplace demands. 
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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Module 1 — Introduction to Basic Computing and Windows 11
  • Understanding PCs and the Windows interface
  • Navigating Windows apps and desktop features
  • Customising your Windows environment
  • Using Microsoft Edge for browsing
  • Basic security features in Windows
Module 2 — Microsoft Word
  • Getting started with document creation
  • Editing and formatting text and paragraphs
  • Working with tables and lists
  • Adding graphics and enhancing document appearance
  • Proofing and reviewing your work
  • Customising Word settings
Module 3 — Microsoft Excel
  • Introduction to spreadsheets and data entry
  • Performing basic calculations and using formulas
  • Formatting and modifying worksheets
  • Printing and managing workbooks
  • Customising the Excel experience
Module 4 — Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Creating and developing presentations
  • Advanced text editing techniques
  • Adding images, charts, and tables
  • Formatting slides for impact
  • Simple animations and transitions
  • Preparing and delivering presentations
Module 5 — Microsoft Outlook
  • Setting up and customising Outlook
  • Composing, sending, and managing emails
  • Organising your calendar, tasks, and contacts
  • Tips for productivity and efficient communication
Module 6 — Introduction to Microsoft Teams
  • Overview of Microsoft Teams and its role in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
  • Navigating Teams: chats, channels, and team structures
  • Joining and participating in meetings and video calls
  • Sharing files and collaborating in real time within Teams
  • Basic Teams settings and notification management
Module 7 — Working with Microsoft 365 Copilot
  • What is Microsoft 365 Copilot, and how it works across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Using Copilot to draft, edit, and summarise documents in Word
  • Using Copilot for quick data summaries and formula suggestions in Excel
  • Using Copilot to generate presentation drafts and speaker notes in PowerPoint
  • Using Copilot to summarise and draft emails in Outlook
  • Practical considerations: writing effective prompts, and data privacy and organisational policy awareness when using AI tools
Bonus Module — Microsoft Access (Introduction)
  • Understanding databases and their uses
  • Creating simple databases and entering data
  • Performing basic queries

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FAQs – Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One

Master essential Microsoft Office skills, learning the fundamentals of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to create professional documents, manage data, develop presentations, organise emails, and improve everyday workplace productivity.

What topics are covered in the Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course?
The course provides core training across essential Microsoft applications: document formatting and typing in Word, spreadsheet layout, simple calculations, and tables in Excel, slide creation and basic presentations in PowerPoint, and professional email and calendar management in Outlook.
Who should attend the Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course?
This course is ideal for new administrative personnel, office support staff, entry-level professionals, interns, and employees transitioning to digital office environments who need a comprehensive foundation across the Microsoft Office suite.
What skills will delegates develop through the Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course?
Delegates gain essential workplace digital skills: drafting clean professional letters, managing simple financial or operational spreadsheets, creating basic business slides, organizing daily email workflows, and maintaining electronic calendar schedules.
How long does the Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course take to complete?
The course is delivered as a focused short-course programme, with the duration determined by the scheduled programme and the specific training requirements of the organisation.
Do delegates need prior experience with Microsoft Office tools before joining?
No prior experience with the Microsoft Office suite is required. Basic computer literacy, such as using a keyboard and mouse, is sufficient to comfortably participate and progress through the material.
Can Prospen Africa deliver the Basic Microsoft Office: All-In-One course in-house?
Yes. Prospen Africa can deliver this course on-site or in-house, tailoring practical exercises to reflect your company's standard administrative templates, daily workflows, and reporting documents.

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