What is a good standard to describe a user's level of proficiency with MS Office Products?

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I am Abdal and I would be glad to help you with your question.

There are a few different standards that can be used to describe a user's level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products. One common standard is the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification, which is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated their proficiency in specific Office applications. The MOS certification has three levels:

Core: This level covers the basics of using an Office application, such as creating and editing documents, formatting text, and using basic formulas.

Expert: This level covers more advanced features of an Office application, such as creating macros, using pivot tables, and creating presentations.

Master: This level covers the most advanced features of an Office application, such as creating custom add-ins, using advanced formulas, and creating complex presentations.

Another standard that can be used to describe a user's level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products is the NIST Computer User Skills Framework (CUSF). The CUSF defines five levels of computer user skills:

Beginner: This level covers the basic skills needed to use a computer, such as starting and shutting down a computer, opening and saving files, and using a mouse and keyboard.

Intermediate: This level covers more advanced skills, such as using common software applications, creating and managing files, and using the internet.

Advanced: This level covers the skills needed to use specialized software applications, such as Microsoft Office products, and to manage complex projects.

Expert: This level covers the skills needed to design and develop software applications, and to use advanced computer technologies.

Master: This level covers the skills needed to teach others how to use computers, and to provide technical support.

Here are some specific standards for Teams and Outlook:

Teams: Basic: Can create and join meetings, send and receive messages, and use basic features of the Teams interface.

Intermediate: Can create and manage teams, use advanced features of the Teams interface, and collaborate with others on projects.

Advanced: Can customize the Teams interface, develop add-ins for Teams, and manage the security of Teams.

Outlook: Basic: Can create and send emails, manage contacts, and use basic features of the Outlook interface.

Intermediate: Can create and manage calendars, use advanced features of the Outlook interface, and collaborate with others on projects.

Advanced: Can customize the Outlook interface, develop add-ins for Outlook, and manage the security of Outlook.

I hope this information helps.

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Abdal

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Hello

You can refer the below article for more information https://support.microsoft.com/topic/0885c944-167c-51ea-1cdc-8f65952bd1b8

I apologize for my inability to find any additional links.

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Abdal