Course Summary:
Elevate your Excel skills with Magna Skills' Advanced Excel Formulas, Functions & Dashboards course. Tailored for professionals and enthusiasts, this program delves into advanced Excel techniques, equipping participants with the tools to analyze data, automate processes, and craft compelling dashboards. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, this course is ideal for those seeking to maximize their Excel proficiency.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, participants will:
- Master advanced Excel formulas and functions for complex data analysis.
- Learn techniques for data validation, conditional formatting, and data manipulation.
- Understand the power of PivotTables and PivotCharts for effective data summarization and visualization.
- Create dynamic and interactive dashboards to communicate insights effectively.
- Automate repetitive tasks with macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications).
- Gain proficiency in advanced data analysis tools and scenarios.
- Develop skills in troubleshooting and error handling in Excel.
Course Outline
Module 1: Advanced Formulas and Functions
- Understanding Array Formulas
- Nested Functions and Formula Auditing
- Lookup and Reference Functions (INDEX, MATCH, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP)
- Text Functions for Data Manipulation
- Date and Time Functions
Module 2: Data Analysis and Visualization
- Data Validation Techniques
- Advanced Conditional Formatting
- Sorting and Filtering Data
- Grouping and Outlining Data
- Introduction to Power Query for Data Transformation
Module 3: PivotTables and PivotCharts
- Creating PivotTables for Data Summarization
- Formatting and Customizing PivotTables
- PivotCharts for Visual Data Analysis
- Slicers and Timelines for Dashboard Interactivity
Module 4: Dashboard Design and Creation
- Principles of Effective Dashboard Design
- Building Interactive Dashboards
- Incorporating Charts and Graphs
- Data Visualization Best Practices
Module 5: Automation with Macros and VBA
- Introduction to Macros and the Macro Recorder
- Writing and Editing VBA Code
- Automating Tasks with Macros
- Error Handling and Troubleshooting
Module 6: Advanced Data Analysis Tools
- Goal Seek and Solver for What-If Analysis
- Scenario Manager for Decision-Making
- Data Tables and Consolidation
Final Project: Real-world Application Participants will apply the skills learned throughout the course to create a comprehensive Excel project, showcasing their ability to analyze data, build dynamic dashboards, and automate tasks.
Enroll in Magna Skills' Advanced Excel Formulas, Functions & Dashboards course to unlock the full potential of Excel and enhance your data analysis capabilities.
