Advanced Excel and Basic MS Access

Course details

Overview

This comprehensive course is perfect for individuals looking to master Advanced Microsoft Excel while gaining a foundational understanding of Microsoft Access. You’ll explore complex Excel features such as advanced formulas, automation with macros, and data visualization. Additionally, the course introduces MS Access, teaching you to create databases, manage records, and design queries for efficient data handling.

Upon completion, you’ll be equipped with the skills needed for advanced data analysis in Excel and proficient database management in Access, enhancing your efficiency and capabilities in any professional role.

Curriculum

Advanced Microsoft Excel

1. Complex Formulas and Functions: Mastering VLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH, and array formulas
2. Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts: Advanced data summarization techniques
3. Advanced Data Analysis Tools: Solver, What-If Analysis, and Goal Seek
4. Macros and Automation: Recording, editing, and applying macros
5. VBA Basics: Writing simple Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code
6. Data Visualization: Advanced charting and dashboard creation
7. Workbook Management: Linking workbooks and managing multiple sheets
8. Data Validation and Protection: Applying rules and securing workbooks
9. Collaborative Tools: Sharing and managing workbooks in a team environment
10. Error Handling and Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving Excel issues

Basic Microsoft Access

1. Introduction to Databases: Understanding the fundamentals of databases and tables
2. Creating and Managing Tables: Designing and managing table structures
3. Data Entry and Editing: Best practices for managing records
4. Querying Data: Building basic queries to retrieve and manipulate data
5. Form Design: Creating user-friendly forms for data entry
6. Reports: Designing reports for effective data presentation
7. Relationships: Linking tables and managing database integrity
8. Sorting and Filtering Data: Using sorting, filtering, and search functions
9. Database Security: Protecting databases with access control measures
10. Backing Up and Restoring Databases: Ensuring data safety and recovery

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Utilize advanced Excel formulas like VLOOKUP, INDEX, and array functions for deep analysis
• Automate Excel tasks using macros and VBA basics
• Design pivot tables, advanced charts, and dashboards for dynamic reporting
• Manage and secure workbooks with complex structures
• Develop basic Access databases for efficient data entry and management
• Write queries to extract and manipulate data effectively in Access
• Design intuitive forms and comprehensive reports for data visualization
• Link tables and manage relationships to ensure data integrity
• Implement basic database security measures to protect sensitive information
• Perform database backups and restorations to safeguard data

Who Is This Course For?

• Data Analysts and Finance Professionals who need advanced Excel and database management skills
• Office Managers and Project Managers looking to automate tasks and manage data efficiently
• Business Analysts seeking to create robust reports and dashboards
• IT Professionals who manage data using Excel and Access
• Small Business Owners wanting to track and analyze data using databases and spreadsheets
• Students and Self-Learners looking to enhance their technical skills

Requirements

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Basic computer literacy
• No prior experience with Microsoft Access is required, but familiarity with databases is beneficial
• Access to Microsoft Excel and Access for practical exercises

Career Path

Completing this course can open up career opportunities such as:

• Senior Data Analyst
• Business Intelligence Specialist
• Financial Analyst
• Operations Manager
• Database Administrator
• Business Consultant

Mastering advanced Excel and basic Access skills equips you with the capabilities needed to excel in data-centric roles, enhance productivity, and support decision-making processes within any organization.