Advanced Excel Training

ADVANCED EXCEL TRAINING PROGRAMME

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I. Introduction to Advanced Excel Techniques

A. Overview of advanced Excel features and benefits

B. Understanding the importance of data analysis and management

 

II. Data Analysis and Manipulation

A. Advanced sorting and filtering techniques

B. Using advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH)

C. Working with data validation and conditional formatting

D. Utilizing advanced formulas (e.g., nested IF statements, array formulas)

E. Introduction to Power Query for data transformation

 

III. Advanced Charting and Visualization

A. Creating dynamic and interactive charts

B. Using advanced chart types (e.g., waterfall, sparklines)

C. Formatting and customizing charts

D. Creating dashboards and visualizing data trends

 

IV. PivotTables and PivotCharts

A. Understanding PivotTable basics and data modeling

B. Advanced PivotTable techniques (e.g., grouping, calculated fields)

C. Creating PivotCharts and interactive dashboards

D. Utilizing slicers and timelines for filtering data

 

V. Data Analysis Tools

A. Introduction to Excel's built-in data analysis tools (e.g., Solver, Scenario Manager)

B. Performing regression analysis and forecasting

C. Using Goal Seek and Solver for optimization problems

D. Analyzing data with What-If analysis tools

 

VI. Data Import and Export

A. Importing data from external sources (e.g., databases, text files)

B. Exporting data to different formats (e.g., CSV, PDF)

C. Linking and consolidating data from multiple sources

D. Using Excel add-ins and external tools for data integration

 

VII. Automation and Macros

A. Introduction to Excel macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)

B. Recording and editing macros

C. Automating repetitive tasks with macros

D. Creating custom functions and user-defined macros

 

VIII. Collaboration and Security

A. Protecting sensitive data with passwords and permissions

B. Sharing and collaborating on workbooks

C. Tracking changes and managing comments

D. Version control and document recovery options

 

IX. Advanced Tips and Tricks

A. Keyboard shortcuts and productivity hacks

B. Tips for optimizing Excel performance

C. Troubleshooting common issues and errors

D. Staying up to date with Excel advancements

 

X. Practical Projects and Case Studies

A. Hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios

B. Applying advanced Excel techniques to solve complex problems

C. Analyzing and presenting data in a professional manner