Microsoft Word

Masterclass

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Course Details

Course Name

Microsoft Word Masterclass

Duration

1 Day

Course Code

AFBMWM

Assumed Knowledge

None

Course Aims

This course aims to provide you with the complete skills and knowledge to create, edit, format, and enhance documents using Microsoft Word. You will learn how to use the interface, enter and edit text, apply formatting and styles, work with tables, columns, images, themes, and charts, check your documents for spelling and grammar errors, and print and preview your documents. You will also learn how to use advanced features such as headers and footers, page numbers, document collaboration and reviewing tools, advanced document elements, mail merge and form letters, document automation and macros, customising Word options, and tips for productivity and efficiency.

What You Will Learn

You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the most common and advanced features and functions of this popular word processor. You will learn how to create professional-looking documents for various purposes and audiences, using different tools and techniques to enhance your text, layout, and design. You will also learn how to manage your documents, such as saving, opening, printing, sharing, and securing them, and how to collaborate and review them with others. This course will help you master Microsoft Word and increase your confidence and productivity with this software.

Skills

  • Apply different formatting styles, themes, and templates to customize your documents and suit your needs
  • Insert and edit various objects, such as tables, graphics, charts, diagrams, and SmartArt, to enhance your document’s appearance and functionality
  • Use features such as mail merge, macros, Quick Parts, and Building Blocks to automate and simplify your tasks and create consistent and professional documents

Who This Is For

This course is designed for those who have some experience with basic word processing and formatting, and who want to improve their skills and efficiency in using Microsoft Word.

Course Content

Getting started with Microsoft Word

  • Topic A

    What is Word?

  • Topic B

    Starting Word

  • Topic C

    The Interface

Document Creation & Editing

  • Topic A

    Creating a new Document

  • Topic B

    Entering & Editing Text

  • Topic C

    Formatting Text

Saving & Opening Documents

  • Topic A

    Saving Documents

  • Topic B

    Opening Documents

Paragraph Formatting

  • Topic A

    Indenting & Aligning Text

  • Topic B

    Line & Paragraph Spacing

  • Topic C

    Adding Bulleted & Numbered Lists

Page Layout & Document Setup

  • Topic A

    Using Page Setup

  • Topic B

    Headers & Footers

Working with Styles & Themes

  • Topic A

    What are Styles?

  • Topic B

    What are Document Themes?

Basic Tables & Columns

  • Topic A

    Inserting Tables

  • Topic B

    Formatting Tables

Graphics & Pictures

  • Topic A

    Inserting Images

  • Topic B

    Formatting Images

Spell Check & Grammar

  • Topic A

    Using Spell Check

  • Topic B

    Using Autocorrect

Printing & Previewing

  • Topic A

    Print Options

  • Topic B

    Print Preview

Finalising a Document

  • Topic A

    Document Proofing

  • Topic B

    Document Properties

Advanced Formatting Techniques

  • Topic A

    Using Styles & Themes

  • Topic B

    Paragraph Formatting

  • Topic C

    Section Formatting

Tables & Advanced Table Features

  • Topic A

    Creating Tables

  • Topic B

    Formatting Tables

  • Topic C

    Using Table Formulas

Graphics & SmartArt

  • Topic A

    Inserting Shapes

  • Topic B

    Adding SmartArt Graphics

  • Topic C

    Adding Charts

Headers, Footers & Page Setup

  • Topic A

    Setting up Different Headers & Footers

  • Topic B

    Changing Page Setup Options

  • Topic C

    Managing Page Breaks & Sections

Working with Columns & Text Flow

  • Topic A

    Managing Multiple Columns

  • Topic B

    Controlling Text Flow

Document Collaboration & Reviewing

  • Topic A

    Using Track Changes

  • Topic B

    Managing Comments & Markup

  • Topic C

    Comparing Documents

Advanced Document Elements

  • Topic A

    Footnotes & Endnotes

  • Topic B

    Citations & Bibliographies

Mail Merge & Form Letters

  • Topic A

    Running a Mail Merge

  • Topic B

    Creating Form Letters

Document Automation & Macros

  • Topic A

    What are Macros?

  • Topic B

    Automating Document Elements

Customising Word Options

  • Topic A

    Changing Word Options

Advanced Formatting Techniques

  • Topic A

    Advanced Styles

  • Topic B

    Formatting Themes

  • Topic C

    Advanced Paragraph Formatting

Advanced Document Layout

  • Topic A

    Managing Section Breaks

  • Topic B

    Columns & Advanced Text Flow

  • Topic C

    Working with Text Boxes & WordArt

Advanced Graphics & Multimedia

  • Topic A

    Advanced Image Editing

  • Topic B

    Advanced Chart Customisation

  • Topic C

    Adding Audio & Video

Mastering Document Themes & Templates

  • Topic A

    Creating Document Themes

  • Topic B

    Building Custom Templates

Customising Headers, Footers & Page Numbers

  • Topic A

    Advanced Header & Footer Elements

  • Topic B

    Page Numbering Options

Document Collaboration & Reviewing

  • Topic A

    Advanced Track Changes

  • Topic B

    Advanced Commenting

  • Topic C

    Comparing & Combining Documents

Advanced Document Automation & Forms

  • Topic A

    Advanced Mail Merge

  • Topic B

    Creating Fillable Forms

Advanced Document Elements

  • Topic A

    Creating Table of Contents

  • Topic B

    Creating Indexes & Tables of Figures

Document Security & Protection

  • Topic A

    Document Security

  • Topic B

    Digital Signatures

Advanced Macros & VBA

  • Topic A

    Advanced Macros

  • Topic B

    Introduction to VBA

Tips for Productivity & Efficiency

  • Topic A

    Advanced Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Topic B

    Advanced Navigation Techniques

Course Progression

At Appetite for Business, we offer a range of courses to help you learn and master Microsoft Word, the most widely used word processing software in the world. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn the basics, an intermediate user who wants to improve your skills, an advanced user who wants to tackle complex projects, or an expert user who wants to explore the full potential of Word, we have a course that suits your needs and goals.
Our courses cover topics such as creating and formatting documents, using styles, themes, and templates, working with tables, images, and charts, managing long and complex documents, reviewing and editing documents, automating and customizing documents, integrating documents with other applications and online resources, and securing and protecting documents. You will also learn tips, tricks, and best practices to help you work efficiently and effectively with Word.
At Appetite for Business, we are invested in your learning journey and want to help you achieve your desired outcomes. That’s why we also offer a Word Masterclass course that combines all the content from our other courses and provides you with a comprehensive and in-depth learning experience. This course is ideal for users who want to learn everything there is to know about Word and become proficient and confident in using it for any purpose and audience.

Microsoft Word Introduction

0.5 Day

Microsoft Word Essentials

1 Day

Microsoft Word Intermediate

1 Day

Microsoft Word Advanced

1 Day

Microsoft Word Masterclass

3 Days

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