Excel Advanced | Training Course
Course Facts
- 1 day course
- Our Trainers are Authorised Professionals
- Live Online or Classroom-based
- Certificate of completion
- Maximum class size of 6 for scheduled courses
- Unlimited support after your course
- Courses at all levels: Introduction, Intermediate, Advanced and Masterclasses
Course Outline
- Expanding Your Functions Toolbox: Logical Functions
- Dynamic Array Functions
- Formula Auditing
- Data Validation
- Pivot Tables
- Macros
We offer Excel Advanced as a private course, which means the course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements and run on your preferred dates.
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Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
FAQs about the Excel Advanced course
Is this Excel Advanced course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who have experience in Excel or have already attended one of our Excel training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Excel. If you are unsure about the suitability of the course, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Excel Advanced course?
Our Excel Advanced course is extremely interactive. You will be using Excel throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Excel Advanced course?
For private classes in Excel Advanced, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Excel Advanced course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Excel Advanced course?
We offer ongoing support to our Excel Advanced course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Excel Advanced course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Excel Advanced course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What you will learn
- Exploring advanced Excel features and techniques, enabling you to perform complex data analysis, modelling and automation tasks.
- How to use advanced formulae, functions and array calculations, empowering you to solve intricate problems and gain deeper insights into your data.
- Understanding Power Query, Power Pivot and data modelling techniques, helping you connect to external data sources and create sophisticated reports.
- How to create dynamic dashboards and interactive charts, enabling you to visualise data and communicate findings effectively.
- Exploring VBA programming for advanced automation, helping you build custom solutions and streamline complex workflows.
- How to use scenario planning, goal seek and solver tools, empowering you to make informed decisions and optimise outcomes.
- Understanding best practices for data governance, workbook security and collaboration, helping you deliver high-quality, reliable solutions that meet business needs effectively.
Overview of Excel Advanced
Course Outline for Excel Advanced
Expanding Your Functions Toolbox: Logical Functions
- Creating nested formulas with IF, AND, OR, IFNA, and IFERROR
- Using logical functions to handle errors and multiple conditions
- Practical examples of complex logical formulas
Dynamic Array Functions
- Working with UNIQUE, SORT, SORT BY, and XLOOKUP functions
- Using dynamic arrays to simplify data manipulation and lookup
- Real-world applications of these advanced functions
Formula Auditing
- Using formula auditing commands to check and fix errors
- Identifying and resolving circular references and other common issues
- Best practices for debugging complex formulas
Data Validation
- Setting data validation on specific cells to control data input
- Circling invalid data for easy identification
- Protecting cells and worksheets from unauthorized editing
- Creating custom validation rules and error messages
Pivot Tables
- Creating and manipulating pivot tables and charts
- Inserting slicers and timelines to enhance interactive reporting
- Linking multiple pivot tables for comprehensive analysis
- Optimising pivot table performance and design
Macros
- Creating a basic macro to automate repetitive tasks
- Storing macros in the personal macro workbook or other workbooks
- Running macros from toolbar buttons or shortcuts
- Understanding relative vs absolute macros and their applications
- Managing and securing macros in a shared environment
- Best practices for macro development and maintenance
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- Excel home page – Microsoft page helping you turn data into insights with free and premium spreadsheets
- Excel video training from Microsoft – Videos from Microsoft
- Excel Wikipedia page – The history and capabilities of Excel
- Excel help and learning page – Official Microsoft help page
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