Microsoft Excel – Intermediate

Course Overview:

The Microsoft Excel Intermediate course is designed for individuals who have basic knowledge of Excel and want to further enhance their skills. This course delves into intermediate-level features and functionalities of Excel, enabling participants to work with data more efficiently and perform advanced calculations. Through practical exercises, participants will learn how to manage large datasets, use advanced formulas and functions, analyze data with pivot tables, and automate tasks using macros. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of Excel’s intermediate capabilities and be able to apply them effectively in their work.

Course Objectives:

1. Use advanced formatting techniques to enhance data presentation.
2. Work with large datasets and effectively manage data.
3. Apply advanced formulas and functions for complex calculations.
4. Analyze and summarize data using pivot tables.
5. Visualize data with charts and graphs.
6. Utilize data validation and conditional formatting.
7. Automate repetitive tasks with macros.
8. Apply the learned skills to solve real-world business problems.

Course Outline:

Advanced Formatting

• Customizing number formats and applying conditional formatting.
• Working with cell styles and themes.
• Creating and modifying advanced charts and graphs.

Data Management

• Sorting data in multiple levels.
• Filtering data with advanced criteria.
• Working with tables and structured references.

Advanced Formulas and Functions

• Logical functions (IF, AND, OR) for complex conditions.
• Lookup and reference functions (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH).
• Text functions (CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, MID) for manipulating text.

Data Analysis with Pivot Tables

• Creating and customizing pivot tables.
• Grouping and summarizing data in pivot tables.
• Applying filters and slicers to pivot tables.

Advanced Data Visualization

• Creating dynamic charts and graphs.
• Using sparklines to represent data trends.
• Creating data bars, icon sets, and color scales.

Data Validation and Protection

• Implementing data validation rules.
• Protecting worksheets and workbooks with passwords.
• Using conditional formatting for data validation.

Introduction to Macros

• Understanding macros and their applications.
• Recording and running macros.
• Modifying and enhancing recorded macros.

Real-World Applications

• Applying intermediate Excel skills to solve business problems.
• Creating interactive dashboards.
• Analyzing sales data and generating reports.

Note: This course outline covers the intermediate-level features and functionalities of Microsoft Excel. It can be customized and adjusted to meet the specific needs and skill levels of the participants. Additionally, advanced topics such as advanced data analysis, Power Query, and Power Pivot can be covered in subsequent courses.