Advanced Excel

Advanced Excel Functions and Data Analysis (8 hours)
Introduction to Advanced Excel (1 hour)

• Overview of advanced Excel capabilities
• Importance of advanced Excel skills in data analysis

Advanced Excel Functions (2 hours)

• Lookup functions (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP)
• Logical functions (IF, AND, OR, IFERROR)
• Text functions (LEFT, RIGHT, MID, CONCATENATE)
• Array formulas and dynamic arrays

Data Validation and Conditional Formatting (2 hours)

• Setting up data validation rules
• Creating drop-down lists
• Applying conditional formatting rules
• Using formulas in conditional formatting

Data Analysis Tools (2 hours)

• Using the Analysis ToolPak
• Descriptive statistics and data analysis
• Solver and Goal Seek
• Scenario Manager

Review and Q&A (1 hour)

• Recap of key points
• Open floor for questions and discussion

Day 2: Pivot Tables, Macros, and Interactive Dashboards (8 hours)
Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts (2 hours)

• Creating and customizing pivot tables
• Grouping and filtering data
• Calculated fields and items
• Creating and formatting pivot charts

Introduction to Macros (2 hours)

• Recording and running macros
• Editing macro code in VBA
• Assigning macros to buttons
• Best practices for using macros

Building Interactive Dashboards (3 hours)

• Designing dashboard layouts
• Using form controls (buttons, drop-downs, sliders)
• Linking controls to data
• Creating dynamic charts and visualizations

Final Project and Review (1 hour)

• Hands-on project: Building a comprehensive dashboard
• Review of key concepts
• Open floor for questions and discussion