Dr Prashan Karunaratne is an inspirational and innovative lecturer of commerce, economics, and business analytics – and is well-known for his catchphrase, #EveryoneSayWow. He is also a curriculum developer and an instructor of the hugely popular Excel Skills for Business course that received the Coursera Outstanding Educator Award for Student Transformation in 2018. Prashan has won several other teaching awards, including a 2019 Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning award at the Australian Awards for University Teaching: "For excellence in engaging, equipping and empowering students and lecturers to achieve transformative and equitable outcomes in Economics and Excel – in classrooms, boardrooms and beyond.". In 2020, he leads a team to launch the National Program for Equity in Business Education. Prashan holds a PhD in Management – Learning & Teaching (Macquarie University), a Master of Business Administration – Banking (University of London), a Master of Commerce – Actuarial Studies (University of New South Wales), and a Bachelor of Economics – Honours (Macquarie University).
Coursera
Unlock the potential of Excel as you learn essential skills for data analysis. This course will guide you through cleaning and preparing data, automating processes, and transforming data using Excel's robust features. Perfect for beginners looking to dive into data analytics.
Coursera
Unlock the potential of your data with our comprehensive course on Data Visualization in Excel. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, this course will equip you with the skills needed to transform raw data into clear, compelling visual stories. Learn how to utilize Excel's extensive suite of visualization tools to create impactful charts and graphs that effectively communicate insights.
Coursera
Unlock the secrets of accurate business forecasting with our Excel Time Series Models course. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their predictive analytics skills, this course will equip you with essential techniques to analyze and forecast various components of time-series data using Microsoft Excel. From understanding level, trend, and seasonality to applying these models in real-world business scenarios, this course is your gateway to mastering the art of forecasting.
Coursera
Unlock the potential of Excel Regression Models with our comprehensive course designed for aspiring and experienced professionals alike. Dive into the world of causality in business forecasting, where you'll learn to harness regression models to accurately predict future outcomes based on identified influential variables. Perfect for those looking to enhance their strategic planning skills using data-driven insights.