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Certification
Validates the ability to use Microsoft Excel to manage financial data, perform calculations, and generate reports—ideal for individuals pursuing roles in bookkeeping, auditing, and entry-level accounting.
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The Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel for Accounting Associate validates critical Microsoft Excel skills and knowledge that workers need to thrive in accounting. This globally recognized certification includes the application of Excel functions and features to manage financial data, perform calculations, and generate reports. Focusing on real-world, practical skills, people will gain the skills and confidence to thrive in high-impact accounting careers, including bookkeepers, auditors, entry-level accountants, and other accounting-related positions.
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Experience the look and feel of the exam before taking it. You'll be able to interact with different question types in the same user interface you'll use during the exam.
You will have 50 minutes to complete this assessment.
Exam policy
This exam will be proctored. You may have interactive components to complete as part of this exam. To learn more about exam duration and experience, visit: Exam duration and exam experience.
If you fail a certification exam, don’t worry. You can retake it 24 hours after the first attempt. For subsequent retakes, the amount of time varies. For full details, visit: Exam retake policy.
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This exam is offered in the following languages:
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