Enhance your Excel skills and streamline data analysis. Master intermediate techniques, optimise spreadsheet management and boost proficiency for professional data insights.
1 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Understanding Excel calculation logic, enabling you to apply statistical functions and cell referencing confidently in real workplace spreadsheets.
- How to manage multi-sheet Excel workbooks, improving reliability when consolidating data and building summaries for colleagues or stakeholders.
- Applying named ranges effectively, helping you create readable formulas that reduce errors and speed up ongoing workbook maintenance.
- How to use conditional logic and modern lookup functions, improving accuracy when analysing datasets and retrieving values across complex tables.
- Using Excel tables and filtering tools, enabling faster analysis of large lists and clearer reporting for everyday business decisions.
- Applying conditional formatting strategically, helping highlight trends exceptions and priorities without overwhelming users or damaging clarity.
- How to structure Excel models professionally, improving productivity and confidence when sharing files or supporting decision making at work.
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This Excel Intermediate course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Course Dates
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| Wed 6 May 2026 | London |
£375
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| Thu 7 May 2026 | Live Online |
£375
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| Fri 5 Jun 2026 | Live Online |
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| Fri 3 Jul 2026 | London |
£395
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£395
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£395
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Course Outline for Excel Intermediate
Excel Skills Consolidation for Confident Intermediate Users
- Re-establishing core calculation logic using statistical functions in practical business scenarios
- Reinforcing correct use of relative and absolute references when copying formulas at scale
- Reviewing common causes of calculation errors and how to avoid them
Excel Worksheet Management and Multi-Sheet Modelling
- Structuring workbooks logically using grouping to control visibility and reduce clutter
- Protecting worksheets and key cells to support collaboration without accidental edits
- Creating cross-sheet calculations using 3D references where appropriate
- Building simple overview sheets that pull key figures from across a workbook
Excel Named Ranges for Readable and Maintainable Models
- Defining meaningful names for cells and ranges to improve formula clarity
- Using named ranges within calculations to reduce reference errors
- Updating and auditing named ranges as workbooks evolve
- Applying named ranges within charts to support dynamic data sources
Excel Conditional Logic and Lookup Techniques
- Applying conditional calculations using SUMIF and COUNTIF for targeted analysis
- Working with modern lookup approaches using XLOOKUP rather than legacy methods
- Comparing lookup behaviours to choose the right approach for different datasets
- Diagnosing and correcting common lookup failures
Excel Data Filtering and Structured Analysis Tools
- Filtering datasets efficiently using built-in filters and advanced criteria
- Summarising grouped data quickly using Subtotals for reporting purposes
- Organising large lists with grouping to support clearer analysis
- Introducing PivotTables as a flexible way to explore and summarise data
Excel Tables for Dynamic Data Management
- Converting ranges into structured tables for consistent formatting and expansion
- Using table features to simplify sorting filtering and formula replication
- Applying slicers to create interactive views for non-technical users
- Understanding when tables support analysis and when standard ranges are preferable
Excel Conditional Formatting for Insight and Emphasis
- Applying conditional formatting to highlight trends exceptions and thresholds
- Creating rule-based formatting using formulas for advanced scenarios
- Managing multiple rules safely using the rules manager
- Reviewing formatting choices to ensure clarity rather than visual noise
FAQs about the Excel Intermediate course
Is this Excel Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?
Our Excel Intermediate 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.
Should I attend the Excel Intermediate 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 is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Excel Intermediate course?
For private classes in Excel Intermediate, 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.
What support is available after I attend the Excel Intermediate course?
We offer ongoing support to our Excel Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Excel Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
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- 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.
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