Microsoft 365 for Leaders: Advanced Productivity and Copilot Integration Training Course

Upon completion of this course, participants will be equipped to efficiently execute a wide range of calculations with full transparency to organise and present their outcomes. Learners will utilise various tools to streamline and accelerate spreadsheet creation, while also implementing robust protections to safeguard their calculations and results from unauthorised access.

Participants will master the most effective methods for creating, consolidating, and managing data. A range of specialized tools designed to streamline workflows can significantly reduce the time previously required for these activities and assist you in designing applications capable of performing new tasks.

This course is designed for individuals who already possess a foundational understanding of VBA and wish to expand their knowledge and further develop their proficiency with the language's capabilities.

Training designed for professionals who use Microsoft Excel and wish to enhance their productivity and skill set.

This instructor-led, live training in Australia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level analysts who wish to use Excel VBA to automate repetitive work, clean and transform data, and improve reporting processes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: record and edit macros, write simple VBA procedures, work with Excel objects for reporting tasks, and debug basic automation solutions.

Please consider the following questions:

• Is your daily work in Excel an endless cycle of copy-pasting commands?
• Are you wasting time repeating similar operations to prepare data for analysis?
• Do you know all the Excel keyboard shortcuts, yet remain unsatisfied with the results?
• Would you rather spend less time on data analysis and preparation?
• Do you have to manually verify the accuracy of data obtained from various systems?
• Do you have to stay at work late or take Excel files home because you couldn't finish the work during the day?
• Is your job to prepare reports based on large data sets?
• Do you feel that working in Excel leads you to a roundabout way of achieving results?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, it is time to stop this nightmare. This training is for you.

Discover how you can speed up your daily operations and get the most out of MS Excel.

WARNING

After the training, your life will change dramatically. Tasks that used to take up your entire day will now take just a few moments. Are you ready for this?

Excel is a popular spreadsheet program developed by Microsoft. It is used to store, organise, and analyse data in tabular form. Here are some key features and functions of Excel: 1. Spreadsheets: It consists of sheets, where each sheet is an array made up of cells arranged in rows and columns. It allows you to create multiple sheets within a single file, enabling the organisation of different data sets. 2. Calculations and formulas: It enables performing various mathematical, statistical, and logical calculations using formulas. It has a wide range of built-in functions, such as SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, IF, VLOOKUP, etc. 3. Data formatting and appearance: It provides tools for formatting data, including changes to font, colour, style, as well as creating charts, pivot tables, and diagrams. 4. Sorting, filtering, and grouping: It allows data to be sorted according to specified criteria. It enables filtering data to display only selected information. It offers the ability to group data according to your needs. 5. Data analysis: Tools for performing advanced analyses, such as scenario analysis, trend analysis, forecasting, and creating macros. 6. Sharing data: It enables sharing and collaborating on data in real time, allowing multiple users to work on the same data simultaneously. 7. Task automation: It allows the creation of macros and task automation using the VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) programming language. Excel is widely used in various fields, from business to science and education. Its versatile features enable data analysis, report creation, budgeting, scheduling, data management, and many other applications.

Participants in this course will learn to efficiently utilise key data analysis tools, including scenarios and pivot tables. They will gain proficiency in performing date calculations and text-processing functions, as well as creating and customising macros to automate spreadsheet workflows.

Target Audience

Financial or market analysts, managers, and accountants

Course Objectives

Facilitate and automate various types of financial analysis using Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel is a robust spreadsheet application designed for organising, analysing, and visualising data.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets beginner-level data analysts who wish to leverage Excel for data analysis and reporting.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create and manage spreadsheets in Excel.
• Format and organise data for clarity and efficiency.
• Use formulas and functions to automate calculations.
• Visualise data using charts, tables, and conditional formatting.
• Collaborate and share workbooks securely in Microsoft 365.

Course Format

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Numerous exercises and practice opportunities.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Australia (online or onsite) is designed for data analysts ranging from beginner to advanced proficiency levels who wish to leverage Excel to execute a wide array of tasks, including data entry, formula creation, data analysis, and advanced automation.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate the Excel interface and carry out fundamental data entry, formatting, and calculations.
• Apply advanced formulas, functions, and conditional formatting for effective data analysis.
• Create and manage pivot tables and charts for data visualisation.
• Utilise tools such as Power Query, Power Pivot, and perform comprehensive data analysis.
• Automate tasks using macros and VBA to streamline workflows.

Excel is a spreadsheet application designed for data entry, analysis, reporting, and automation.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for users ranging from beginner to advanced levels who wish to build confidence and proficiency across Excel’s essential, intermediate, and advanced capabilities.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be prepared to:

• Work confidently with spreadsheets, formulas, and formatting.
• Utilise intermediate tools such as tables, charts, and conditional logic.
• Apply advanced functions, data analysis features, and automation techniques.
• Create professional worksheets that support business decision-making.

Format of the Course

• Instructor-led demonstrations and guided explanations.
• Extensive workbook exercises and hands-on practice.
• Practical lab activities using real-world spreadsheet scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• For tailored coverage based on your department’s workflows, please contact us to arrange a customized version of this course.

This instructor-led live training in Australia (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level business analysts and data analysts who wish to use Excel to perform data analysis and reporting for their projects and tasks.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Utilise Excel formulas and functions to perform calculations and manipulate data.
• Employ Excel data analysis tools, including PivotTables, What-If Analysis, and Forecasting, to summarise and visualise data.
• Create and customise data visualisations using Excel charts and graphs.
• Apply data validation and conditional formatting to ensure data quality and highlight key insights.
• Use Excel's data import and export capabilities to connect with external data sources and share data with others.

This training session will address the challenges of financial analysis by leveraging the advanced capabilities of Excel.

The course is designed for financial analysts, accountants, and anyone looking to enhance their spreadsheet skills with a focus on financial analysis.

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