Course details

In this course, students will learn some of the more advanced features of Excel, including automating common tasks, auditing workbooks to avoid errors, sharing data with other people, analyzing data, and using Excel data in other applications.

Course Outline

1 - Working with Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks Simultaneously

  • Use 3-D References
  • Use Links and External References
  • Consolidate Data 

2 - Sharing and Protecting Workbooks

  • Collaborate on a Workbook
  • Protect Worksheets and Workbooks

3 - Automating Workbook Functionality

  • Apply Data Validation 
  • Work with Forms and Controls 
  • Work with Macros 

4 - Applying Conditional Logic

  • Use Lookup Functions
  • Combine Functions
  • Use Formulas and Functions to Apply Conditional Formatting

5 - Auditing Worksheets

  • Trace Cells 
  • Search for Invalid Data and Formulas with Errors Watch and Evaluate Formulas

6 - Using Automated Analysis Tools

  • Determine Potential Outcomes Using Data Tables 
  • Determine Potential Outcomes Using Scenarios 
  • Use the Goal Seek Feature 
  • Activate and Use the Solver Tool 
  • Analyze Data with Analysis ToolPak Tools

7 - Presenting Your Data Visually

  • Use Advanced Chart Features 
  • Create Sparklines

Target Audience: This course is intended for a student who has experience working with Excel and would like to learn more about creating macros, working with shared documents, analyzing data, and auditing worksheets.

Related Certifications:

  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel 2013
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel 2013 Expert
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel 2013 Expert
  • Microsoft Office Specialist on Microsoft Office 2013

Related Exams:

  • Microsoft Office Specialist for Excel 2013
  • Excel 2013 Expert Part One
  • Excel 2013 Expert Part Two
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About New Horizons Ireland

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