Description:

Are you aware there are 470+ formula functions in Excel? Do you realize that they add new functions in every major version of Excel? Did you know that Microsoft adds new functions throughout the year in the Office 365 version of Excel? Are you stuck using old or simple functions like SUM or ROUND? Do you want to expand your knowledge of the extensive function library in Excel?

If these questions perk your interest in becoming an Excel function expert, this course is right up your alley.  

This past-paced course digs into some of the most powerful functions in Excel. Although, we cannot cover 470 functions, we will look at over 20 functions that will allow you to create advanced calculations in your spreadsheets. Functions like: VLOOKUP, IF, IFS, FORECAST, RAND, SWITCH, TEXTJOIN, UNIQUE, SUBTOTAL, IS, TEXT and more! We will also provide examples files that will include all the functions used during the class. It's time to take your Excel spreadsheets to the next level.

This session is presented using Excel 2019/Office 365. Regardless of the version you are using, most concepts covered in this course apply to all versions of Excel.

Learning Objectives:

After attending this presentation you will be able to...  

• Apply formula creation best practices when developing spreadsheets
• Use Excel functions to create better calculations in your spreadsheets
• Select Excel functions to create advanced calculations

Program Content:

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:  

• Review of formula creation best practices
• Demonstration of various Excel functions to enhance calculations
• Using Excel functions to perform advanced calculations

Who should attend: Anyone who wants to improve their Excel skills

Field of Study: Computer Software & Applications

Program Level: Intermediate

Developed By: CPA Crossings, LLC

Instructor: Bryan L. Smith, CPA.CITP, CISA

Prerequisites: Good understanding of Excel

Advanced Preparation: None

Format: QAS Self-Study