1
Organising data tables
- Become proficient in best practices: use structured references, identify and delete duplicates, etc.
- Check the validity of input data.
- Learn Power Query to import, transform and consolidate data.
Hands-on work
Consolidating initial knowledge. Preparing and cleaning data sets. Logging in and creating queries on external data.
2
Exploiting data with PivotTables
- Create PivotTables. Use grouping possibilities (dates, numbers, etc.).
- Integrate calculations: deviations, percentages, totals, calculated fields, etc.
- Filter dynamically bas on segments and chronologies.
- Present PivotTables: layout, subtotals, formatting.
- Establish a relationship, learn about the data model and Power Pivot.
Hands-on work
Trying out the many analysis methods of PivotTables.
3
Using calculation functions and tools
- Enhance formulas with relative, absolute and mixed references and named ranges.
- Implement functions: conditional, dates, statistics, searches, logical, text.
- Build nested formulas.
- Use audit tools and simulation commands: target value, scenario, forecasts.
- Learn about dynamic array functions.
- Discover Excel 2021's flagship functions: FILTER, XMATCH and UNIQUE.
Hands-on work
Building calculation tables using advanced functions.
4
Checking input and sharing workbooks
- Share a workbook on the cloud; advantages and limitations.
- Protect spreadsheets and workbooks.
Hands-on work
Securing data input and sharing a workbook.
5
Enhancing your visual data
- Choose the right chart type for the data to be illustrated.
- Create two-axis, combo, hierarchy and statistics charts (treemap, funnel, waterfall).
- Use pivot charts. Discover map charts.
- Integrate trend curves, sparklines and forecasts.
- Enhance charts with new Office illustrations.
Hands-on work
Creating effective charts.
6
Introduction to macros
- Define, save and secure a macro.
- Assign a macro to a button or an icon. Customise the quick access toolbar.
- View the associated VBA code.
Hands-on work
Automating frequent and repetitive tasks.