5. Why should I consider taking it—and what are its strengths?

It’s consistently praised in discussions:
“Excel Skills for Business by Macquarie University is amazing.”
“The best bang for the buck … well thought out and challenging with lots of practice.”
LinkedIn users who completed parts or all of the specialization report gains in automation, dashboards, pivot proficiency, and analytical confidence.
However, learners also stress: practice makes permanent—the real value comes from applying the skills to real tasks.