Excel Basics Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (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.

Excel is a widely used spreadsheet application developed by Microsoft. It is employed for storing, organising, and analysing data in a tabular format. Below are some of its key features and capabilities: 1. Spreadsheets: Excel consists of sheets, where each sheet is a grid made up of cells arranged in rows and columns. It supports the creation of multiple sheets within a single file, enabling efficient organisation of various data sets. 2. Calculations and Formulas: It allows users to perform a wide range of mathematical, statistical, and logical calculations using formulas. Excel includes a comprehensive set of built-in functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, IF, VLOOKUP, and many others. 3. Data Formatting and Presentation: It offers tools for formatting data, including changes to font, colour, and style, as well as the ability to create charts, pivot tables, and diagrams. 4. Sorting, Filtering, and Grouping: Users can sort data according to specific criteria. It enables filtering to display only selected information. Data can be grouped based on user requirements. 5. Data Analysis: Advanced analytical tools are available for scenario analysis, trend identification, forecasting, and macro creation. 6. Data Sharing: Excel facilitates real-time data sharing and collaboration, allowing multiple users to work simultaneously on the same dataset. 7. Task Automation: Users can create macros and automate repetitive tasks using the VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) programming language. Excel is extensively used across various fields, from business and finance to science and education. Its versatile functions support data analysis, report generation, budgeting, scheduling, data management, and many other applications.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for data analysts ranging from beginner to advanced levels who wish to utilise Excel for a variety of tasks, including data entry, formula creation, data analysis, and advanced automation.

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

• Navigate Excel's interface and perform basic data entry, formatting, and calculations.
• Apply advanced formulas, functions, and conditional formatting to support data analysis.
• Create and manage pivot tables and charts for effective data visualisation.
• Utilise tools such as Power Query and Power Pivot to conduct in-depth data analysis.
• Automate routine tasks using macros and VBA to streamline workflows.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (available online or on-site) 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.

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

• Use Excel formulas and functions to perform calculations and manipulate data.
• Use Excel data analysis tools such as PivotTables, What-If Analysis, and Forecasting to summarise and visualise data.
• Use Excel charts and graphs to create and customise data visualisations.
• Use Excel data validation and conditional formatting to ensure data quality and highlight key insights.
• Use Excel data import and export features to connect to external data sources and share data with others.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level professionals seeking to boost their productivity and efficiency by harnessing the advanced features of Excel and Google Sheets for data organisation, analysis, and teamwork.

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

• Navigate and make the most of the core features of Excel and Google Sheets.
• Conduct data analysis and derive actionable insights using advanced spreadsheet techniques.
• Collaborate in real time using Google Sheets for seamless teamwork.
• Create reusable templates for reporting, tracking, and project management.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for data analysts who wish to learn techniques for preparing data in Excel and then visualising it in Power BI.

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

• Understand the principles, objectives, and approaches of data analysis.
• Use DAX formulas in Power BI for complex calculations.
• Create and utilise visualisations and charts for specific analysis scenarios.
• Import data using Power View to transition from Excel-based Power BI to a standalone Power BI environment.