# Microsoft Office Fundamentals Bootcamp

Canonical URL: <https://www.graduateschool.edu/courses/microsoft-office-fundamentals-bootcamp>

## Overview

Master the core Microsoft Office suite with this beginner-friendly bootcamp, featuring Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook training at a 15% discount. You’ll build essential skills in each application, progressing from basic techniques to key management tools.

 
- **Boost Efficiency with Excel Fundamentals:** Improve speed and accuracy in Excel with formatting techniques and visual chart creation, including line, column, and pie charts. Learn practical tips for workbook management to save time on everyday tasks.
- **Build Structured Documents with Word:** Understand the basics of document formatting, text and paragraph styling, and inserting tables and lists. Explore features such as citations and endnotes for creating professional-quality documents.
- **Design PowerPoint Presentations:** Develop presentations using slide layouts, adding text and images, along with SmartArt, tables, and charts. This class also covers transitions, shape alignment, and delivering a polished slideshow.
- **Streamlined Management in Outlook:** Maximize productivity by learning email automation, calendar management, and contact organization. Gain skills in complex scheduling and managing high volumes of email efficiently.

## What you'll learn

- Excel Level I, II, and III
- PowerPoint Level I and II
- Word Level I and II
- Outlook Level I and II

## Curriculum
1. **Beginner Excel Course**
2. **PowerPoint Level I Course**
3. **Microsoft Word Level I Course**
4. **Microsoft Outlook Level I Course**

## Schedule
- Jun 1, 2026 – Jun 24, 2026 — Live Online
- Jul 13, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 — Live Online
- Aug 12, 2026 – Aug 24, 2026 — Live Online
- Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026 — Live Online

## Instructors

### Linda Haynes-Jackson — Instructor

Linda Haynes-Jackson has worked as a contractor to the Federal Government and Graduate School for over 35 years. She facilitates a plethora of training classes, which include all levels of Microsoft Applications such as Excel, Power BI, Power Pivot, Access, Outlook, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint. In addition, she offers: Customer Service training and Section 508 Compliant Guidelines. She has delivered instruction to all levels of staff, including those who require special accommodations, and has received numerous training instruction awards. Her doctorate studies in Personnel Administration were at New York University. She has an M.A. from Villanova University and a B.S. from Temple University. She also managed an independent consulting company with clients such as: FBI, Environmental Protection Agency, Secret Service, USDA, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, NIH, Johnson and Johnson, Campbell Soup, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. She has won numerous awards for training from Fortune 500 companies and federal, state, and local governments. In addition, she has served as an Adjunct Professor at several accredited colleges for many years. Ms. Haynes-Jackson has been noted as a passionate, energetic, and engaging instructor.

### Clarissa J. Corbin — Instructor

Clarissa J. Corbin is an accomplished corporate trainer, project manager, and business consultant with over 25 years of experience designing and delivering impactful learning experiences. As President and CEO of Projections Training Solutions, she partners with federal agencies, private corporations, and international organizations to provide results-driven training in leadership, project management, business analysis, and emerging technologies.

Clarissa has trained more than 10,000 professionals worldwide, serving clients such as the DoD, NASA, FEMA, Microsoft, Citibank, PNC Bank, Del Monte, and Symantec. Her expertise has taken her across the globe, leading initiatives in Singapore, China, Japan, South Korea, Africa, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and St. Thomas, USVI. Known for her ability to engage diverse audiences and create interactive, high-impact sessions, Clarissa equips participants with practical solutions they can apply immediately.

At Graduate School USA (GSUSA), Clarissa is regarded as one of the most versatile and trusted instructors. She teaches across multiple programs. She played a pivotal role in redesigning the flagship “Managing for Results” course, while also contributing to the development and review of numerous others. Her contributions have earned her two GSUSA Customer Excellence Awards and a two-year appointment to the GSUSA Instructor Advisory Council, underscoring her commitment to innovation, quality, and learner success.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $749