Digital Skills All Freshers should have.

 

Digital / Computer Skills All Fresh Graduates are expected to possess

 Ability to use a computer / digital gadget  is no more a special skill .It’s a fundamental requirement now. While  all youngsters  can operate the basic functions of a computer, tablet or a mobile phone and generally they are aware of the basic functions, what they possibly lack is the awareness about specific functions they are expected to know and possess the skills of / ability to perform.  As freshers ready to enter the Job market they are expected to know more than what an amateur teenager may know.

Here is a detailed breakdown of Microsoft Office Suite skills and other digital skills that freshers are typically expected to possess, along with examples of tasks they should be able to perform.

 It may be noted that as a Job seeking candidate, you are expected have a fairly good ability to perform the various tasks mentioned in the following list . Mere awareness will not help.

Also it may be noted that, these are not any particular field related requirements but general prerequisites for almost all fields and industries whether its Humanities, Commerce, Business Management, Technology or any other.

 Microsoft Office Suite Skills:

1. Microsoft Word

• Create and format professional documents
• Use styles and templates
• Create and manage tables
• Use track changes for document collaboration
• Generate table of contents and indexes
• Perform mail merge

 2. Microsoft Excel

• Create and format spreadsheets
• Use basic and advanced formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, IF statements)
• Create charts and graphs
• Use pivot tables and pivot charts
• Perform data analysis with filters and sorting
• Use conditional formatting

 3. Microsoft PowerPoint

• Create visually appealing presentations
• Use templates and master slides
• Add animations and transitions
• Incorporate multimedia elements (images, videos, audio)
• Create custom layouts and designs
• Use presenter view for effective delivery

 4. Microsoft Outlook

• Manage emails efficiently
• Schedule meetings and manage calendars
• Create and manage contacts
• Use tasks and to-do lists
• Set up rules and filters for email management

 5. Microsoft OneNote

• Organize notes and information
• Collaborate on shared notebooks
• Integrate with other Office applications
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Other Digital Skills required:

6. Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)

• Use Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides as alternatives to Office applications
• Collaborate in real-time on shared documents
• Use Google Forms for surveys and data collection

 7. Basic graphic design

• Use tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud Express for simple designs
• Create social media graphics, flyers, or infographics

 8. Social media management

• Understand major platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
• Create and schedule posts
• Analyze basic social media metrics

 9. Data visualization

• Use tools like Tableau Public or Google Data Studio
• Create basic interactive dashboards

 10. Project management tools

•  Use platforms like Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Planner
•  Create and manage tasks, deadlines, and team collaborations

 11. Basic web skills

•  Understand HTML and CSS basics
•  Edit simple website content using content management systems (e.g., WordPress)

 12. Cloud storage and file sharing

•  Use platforms like Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive
•  Organize and share files securely

 13. Video conferencing

•  Use tools like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet
•  Schedule and host online meetings
•  Share screens and use collaborative features

 14. Basic data analysis

•  Understand and interpret basic statistics
•  Create simple data visualizations

 15. Digital research skills

•  Use advanced search techniques
•  Evaluate online sources for credibility
•  Use academic databases and Google Scholar

 16. Cybersecurity awareness

•  Understand basic online security practices
•  Recognize phishing attempts and other common threats

 17. Productivity tools

•  Use note-taking apps like Evernote or Notion
•  Utilize time management tools like RescueTime or Toggl

 These skills provide a solid foundation for fresh graduates entering the workforce. Employers often expect candidates to be proficient in these areas, as they are crucial for day-to-day tasks in most office environments.

 

Hope you find these useful

 

Wishing you all the best

 

Avinaash Deshmukh

Career Coach 

Team BOLDNET India

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