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Mastering Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating and Using Free Spreadsheets

In today’s digital age, spreadsheets have become an essential tool for businesses and individuals alike. Whether you’re managing your personal finances or analyzing complex data sets, Microsoft Excel is the go-to software for creating and organizing spreadsheets. However, purchasing a Microsoft Office subscription can be costly for some users. Luckily, there are free alternatives available that offer similar functionalities. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating and using free spreadsheets with Excel alternatives.

Introduction to Free Spreadsheet Software

Before diving into the world of free spreadsheet software, it’s important to understand what it is and how it differs from the paid versions. Free spreadsheet software is typically cloud-based, meaning that you can access your spreadsheets from any device with an internet connection. These tools offer most of the basic features found in Microsoft Excel but may lack some advanced functionalities.

One popular alternative to Microsoft Excel is Google Sheets. Developed by Google, Sheets provides a user-friendly interface combined with powerful collaboration capabilities. Another noteworthy option is LibreOffice Calc, which is part of the open-source LibreOffice suite. Both of these alternatives are free to use and can be accessed through web browsers or installed on your computer.

Creating a Free Spreadsheet

Now that we’ve familiarized ourselves with free spreadsheet software let’s explore how to create a new spreadsheet using these tools. The process may vary slightly depending on which alternative you choose but generally follows similar steps.

To create a new spreadsheet in Google Sheets, sign in to your Google account and navigate to Google Drive. Click on the “+ New” button located at the top left corner of the page and select “Google Sheets.” A blank spreadsheet will open in a new tab where you can start entering data or customizing it according to your needs.

In LibreOffice Calc, open the application and click on “File” in the menu bar. From the drop-down menu, select “New” and then “Spreadsheet.” A new spreadsheet will open, ready for you to input your data.

Using Free Spreadsheet Software

Now that you have created your free spreadsheet let’s explore some useful features and functionalities available in these alternatives.

Both Google Sheets and LibreOffice Calc offer a variety of formatting options to make your spreadsheet visually appealing. You can change font styles, adjust cell sizes, apply colors, and create charts or graphs to represent your data effectively.

Collaboration is another powerful feature offered by these free alternatives. With Google Sheets, you can share your spreadsheet with others by clicking on the “Share” button in the top-right corner. You can grant different levels of access to collaborators, allowing them to view or edit the document. LibreOffice Calc also supports collaboration by allowing multiple users to work on a spreadsheet simultaneously.

Advantages of Free Spreadsheet Software

Using free spreadsheet software comes with several advantages. Firstly, it eliminates the need for purchasing expensive software licenses or subscriptions. This makes it an ideal choice for individuals or small businesses operating on a tight budget.

Secondly, cloud-based alternatives like Google Sheets provide seamless accessibility across devices. This means that you can work on your spreadsheets from anywhere with an internet connection without worrying about file compatibility or version control.

Lastly, free spreadsheet software often receives regular updates and improvements from their developers. These updates not only enhance existing features but also introduce new functionalities based on user feedback.

In conclusion, mastering Excel doesn’t necessarily mean breaking the bank. With free alternatives like Google Sheets and LibreOffice Calc readily available, anyone can create and use spreadsheets without spending a fortune. So why wait? Start creating your own free spreadsheets today.

This text was generated using a large language model, and select text has been reviewed and moderated for purposes such as readability.

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Business and Finance Management

Faculty of management and social communication, available programmes, first-cycle programme.

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second-cycle programme

study mode: full-time programme

language of instruction: English

profile: general academic

duration: 2 years (4 semesters)

title: Magister (equivalent of Master’s degree)

main discipline: Management and Quality Studies

Programme description

Second-cycle programme in Business and Finance Management aims to develop competencies necessary for the career in specialised and management positions in the management system, as middle and top level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organisations, as well as for operating their own business. Completion of this programme will prove especially beneficial to persons interested in pursuing career in organisations with foreign investment, both because of English as language of instruction and as a result of received training in navigating global socio-economic space. This programme has been prepared for graduates from first- and second-cycle programmes in the fields of management, economy, finance, from faculties of economy and engineering, law and administration, psychology, sociology, and other.

The programme is individualised by adapting its content to changing demands of social and economical activities and to student expectations arising from the changing job market. Current important economic problems and approaches to resolving them are integrated in the curriculum.

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Information regarding Faculty

The Faculty of Management and Social Communication has the A category granted by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and was honoured for education by the State Accreditation Committee. The variety of fields of studies conducted by the Faculty makes this unit one of the best interdisciplinary faculties of the JU.

The premises of the Faculty of Management and Social Communication are located on the territory of the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival. The Faculty is located in a modern building that consists of well equipped lecture halls, classes and computer rooms. Studies at the Faculty of Management and Social Communication are known for: exceptional research and didactic staff; unique fields of studies and original study programmes not available at other Polish universities; possibility to get a double degree thank to agreements with European universities; collaboration with the business sector; comfortable conditions for studying surrounded by the beautiful and green campus, UJOT TV television and UJOT.FM radio; various research societies which reflect the versatility of research conducted at the Faculty and its didactic offer. The study programme is offered by the Institute of Economics, Finance and Management , which is a part of the Faculty of Management and Social Communication. Students have access to the modern library of the Faculty the book collection is of which is constantly supplied with the newest books (in Polish and English).

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Rankings, distinctions, accreditations

• Quality certificate of education of the Polish Accreditation Committee
• Scientific category A in the main discipline of Management and Quality Studies awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science

Curriculum overview

In the programme curriculum, you may find information about the subjects you will attend while studying this programme. The programme indicates which subjects are scheduled for each semester of the studies, which are mandatory, which belong to the group of elective subjects (so-called optional subjects), which of them end with an exam, and which do not. Each subject in such a programme curriculum has its syllabus, which is a description of what students learn within the scope of that subject.

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Time spent at the university is not all about education and class participation; it is also an excellent opportunity to develop hobbies and interests. Many research societies and student organizations operate at the Jagiellonian University, including faculty- and university-wide ones. These societies allow students to spend their free time actively, gain knowledge, develop their talents, participate in engaging, unconventional projects, go on research and team-building trips, participate in conferences, and meet fellow students outside the lecture halls. There are many student research groups at the Faculty of Management and Social Communication.

Students interested in the international dimension of studying can participate in a wide variety of exchange programmes, such as Erasmus+, Utrecht Network, bilateral exchange programmes, European university Una Europa, or the domestic mobility programme called MOST .

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Admission to study programmes at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System: irk.uj.edu.pl . If you have any questions related to admission, please contact the Admissions Office directly or visit the websites: welcome.uj.edu.pl and irk.uj.edu.pl .

Detailed information about admission to this study programme, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents are available on the Online Application System (IRK): irk.uj.edu.pl

Transfer from other university or study programme

Transfer from another university, including a foreign one, or change of study programme within the University is possible with the dean's consent after completing the first year of studies and fulfilling additional requirements established by the Faculty Council. For inquiries regarding transfer, please contact the unit responsible for the specific study programme directly.

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Graduates of Business and Finance Management are equipped with advanced, specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of management and related, in particular about problems of enterprises and public sector institutions, and the value of their correct operation. Graduates can perform a critical analysis, interpretation, and assessment of phenomena and management processes in various scales, appraisal of environmental impact on those phenomena (processes), and they can prepare and execute managerial, strategic decisions. They can organise teamwork and be team leaders, as well as efficiently communicate, negotiate, and persuade, also employing their fluency in English. Graduates are well-prepared for pursuing career in specialised and managerial positions in the management system, as middle and top level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organisations, as well as for operating their own business. They are particularly equipped for undertaking employment in organisations with foreign investment.

Professional development

Upon graduation from the Business and Finance Management specialty, students will be prepared for working as specialised managers of middle and top level in private sector and in public administration. They can pursue career as independent professionals, such as analysts or advisors. They will demonstrate knowledge and skills required for operating a business and the ability to navigate global socio-economic space.

Language competencies

Upon graduation, students are fluent in business English at C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, including specialised vocabulary from the field of management.

Further education possibilities

• Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School in the Social Sciences
• Post diploma programmes
• Second-cycle programmes

The study programme is conducted at the Institute of Economics, Finance and Management , a unit of the Faculty of Management and Social Communication. The Institute is located in the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival, so-called the Third Campus, in Kraków’s district – Ruczaj. For more information, please contact:

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ul. Łojasiewicza 4 30-348 Kraków, Poland Phone: (+48) 12 664 56 82, 664 57 71

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Master in Management: Business and Finance Management

Jagiellonian University

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Campus location

Kraków, Poland

Study format

Tuition fees

PLN 26,400 **

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Earliest start date

01 Oct 2023

* application deadline for the first application round is 23 March 2022, the second and the third application round is opened as long as there are still places available

** the application fee is 100 PLN for foreigners, 85 PLN for Polish citizens

Second-cycle program in Business and Finance Management aims to develop competencies necessary for the career in specialized and management positions in the management system, as middle and top-level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organizations, as well as for operating their own business. Completion of this program will prove especially beneficial to persons interested in pursuing a career in organizations with foreign investment, both because of English as the language of instruction and as a result of received training in navigating global socio-economic space. This program has been prepared for graduates from first- and second-cycle programs in the fields of management, economy, finance, from faculties of economy and engineering, law and administration, psychology, sociology, and others.

The Jagiellonian University in Krakow

Join us at Jagiellonian University, the best and the most prestigious university in Poland, with a very rich tradition of academic excellence that dates back to the fourteenth century.

Live and study at the academic heart of Central Europe, the home of excellent researchers in many disciplines, including the humanities, social sciences, medicine, mathematics, and natural sciences. The University has many international partners, and our students benefit from various forms of study exchange, shared virtual classrooms, visits of guest professors, and many other aspects of international cooperation. The Faculty of International and Political Studies, which will be your home department, is widely recognized for its research on areas and countries, politics, international relations, and intercultural studies.

The program is individualized by adapting its content to changing demands of social and economical activities and to student expectations arising from the changing job market. Current important economic problems and approaches to resolving them are integrated into the curriculum.

Good command of English is required for undertaking studies on this program.

The minimum sum total of ECTS points of this program is 120.

Graduate’s profile

Graduates are equipped with advanced, specialized theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of management and related, in particular about problems of enterprises and public sector institutions, and the value of their correct operation. Graduates can perform critical analysis, interpretation, and assessment of phenomena and management processes in various scales, appraisal of environmental impact on those phenomena (processes), and they can prepare and execute managerial, strategic decisions. They can organize teamwork and be team leaders, as well as efficiently communicate, negotiate, and persuade, also employing their fluency in English. Graduates are well-prepared for pursuing careers in specialized and managerial positions in the management system, as middle and top-level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organizations, as well as for operating their own business. They are particularly equipped for undertaking employment in organizations with foreign investment.

Professional development

Upon graduation from the Business and Finance Management specialty, students will be prepared for working as specialized managers of middle and top-level in the private sector and in public administration. They can pursue a career as independent professionals, such as analysts or advisors. They will demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for operating a business and the ability to navigate the global socio-economic space.

Access to further study

Graduates from the Business and Finance Management program can undertake third-cycle (doctoral) and post-diploma programs in social sciences and related fields. They are also fully equipped for continuing education towards obtaining qualifications for practicing in highly specialized professions.

Language competencies

Upon graduation, students are fluent in business English at the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, including specialized vocabulary from the field of management.

Jagiellonian University in Kraków

Foreigners: final admissions result is calculated based on interview conducted in English. Its aim is to assess candidate's aptitude for the programme, including their English proficiency.

Polish citizens: final admissions result is calculated based on the grade average computed into points on a scale from 0 to 100 based on the grading scale.

Programme description

Second-cycle programme in management with a speciality in Business and Finance Management aims to develop competences necessary for a career in the management system, as middle and top level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organisations, as well as for operating their own business. Completion of this programme will prove especially beneficial to persons interested in pursuing career in organisations with foreign investment due to English being the language of instruction and the training received in navigating global socio-economic space. The programme has been prepared for graduates from first- and second-cycle programmes in the fields of management, economy, finance, economy and engineering, law and administration, psychology, sociology, and others.

Graduate profile

Graduates are equipped with advanced, specialised theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of management and its related areas, particularly about problems of enterprises and public sector institutions, and the importance of their correct operation. Graduates can perform a critical analysis, interpretation, and assessment of management processes on various levels, assess the impact of environment on those processes, and prepare and make managerial, strategic decisions. They can organise teamwork and be team leaders, as well as efficiently communicate, negotiate, and persuade, thanks to their fluency in English. Graduates are well-prepared for pursuing career in specialist and managerial positions in the management system, as middle and top level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organisations, as well as for operating their own business. They are particularly well equipped for gaining employment in organisations with foreign investment.

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business studies and management sciences

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Second-cycle programme in management, specialty in Business and Finance Management aims to develop competencies necessary for the career in specialised and management positions in the management system, as middle and top level managers, analysts, advisers, and consultants in commercial or public organisations, as well as for operating their own business. Completion of this programme will prove especially beneficial to persons interested in pursuing career in organisations with foreign investment, both because of English as language of instruction and as a result of received training in navigating global socio-economic space. This programme has been prepared for graduates from first- and second-cycle programmes in the fields of management, economy, finance, from faculties of economy and engineering, law and administration, psychology, sociology, and other.

Education Requirements

Institute of Economics, Finance and Management ul. Łojasiewicza 4, pok. 2.322 30-348 Kraków +48 12 664 56 82 [email protected]

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Master's in Business and Finance Management Jagiellonian University Krakow

Program details, minimum cost of living, requirements.

About Jagiellonian University:

The Jagiellonian University is the oldest higher education institution in Poland and one of the oldest in Europe. It was founded on 12 May 1364 by the Polish king Casimir the Great. The Jubilee year 2014 marked the 650th anniversary of this remarkable event.  Today, t he Jagiellonian University comprises 16 Faculties, where nearly 4 thousand academic staff conduct research and provide education to almost 40 thousand students, within the framework of more than 150 different fields of study. 

About Poland:

Poland is a large country with a rich history, a vibrant culture, and welcoming people. Thanks to recent efforts in internationalization, Poland is attracting ever more students from abroad. The country offers world-class education at modest tuition fees and remarkably affordable cost of living.

About the city:

Kraków is a charming and vital city buzzing with history, university students, and tourists. Even though Poland’s political capital moved from Kraków to Warsaw over 400 years ago, the city remains the country’s cultural and intellectual center.

Business and Finance Management

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• Cracow - economy and administration
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