Introduction
Excel is a highly versatile tool that can simplify data management, boost reporting capabilities, and increase overall efficiency. This course aims to provide administrative professionals with the key skills required to utilize Excel effectively in their daily responsibilities. It covers both basic and advanced Excel features, with a focus on practical applications relevant to administrative tasks. Participants will learn to create and organize spreadsheets, apply formulas and functions for data analysis, and produce insightful charts and reports. By the end of the course, attendees will be confident in using Excel to improve their administrative workflows and contribute to the success of their organization.
Course Outline
- Module 1
- Module 2
- Module 3
- Module 4
- Module 5
- Course Objectives
- Target Audience
Microsoft Excel Basics
- Overview of the ribbon, toolbars, and menus.
- Steps to create new workbooks and save files correctly.
- Basic formatting techniques.
- Using basic formulas (SUM, AVERAGE).
- Relative vs. absolute references.
- Techniques for moving between worksheets efficiently.
Formulas and Functions
- Advanced functions such as COUNTIF, VLOOKUP, and IF statements.
- Identifying common errors in formulas and how to fix them.
- Using functions to generate reports.
- Setting rules for data entry to ensure accuracy.
- Highlighting important data trends visually.
- Simplifying formulas by naming ranges for easier reference.
Data Management Techniques
- Techniques for organizing data efficiently.
- Converting ranges into tables for better management.
- Summarizing large datasets with PivotTables.
- Tools available for analyzing data trends.
- Steps for importing data from CSV or other formats into Excel.
- Techniques for exporting data into different formats (PDF, CSV).
Visualizing Data
- Steps for generating various types of charts (bar, line, pie).
- Modifying titles, labels, legends, and colors for clarity.
- Adding mini-charts within cells for quick visual insights.
- Building simple dashboards using multiple charts.
- Guidelines on effective presentation of data insights.
- Setting up spreadsheets for printing (page layout settings).
Advanced Features
- Introduction to macros.
- Step-by-step guide on recording basic macros in Excel.
- Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) fundamentals.
- Techniques for using Excel alongside Word and PowerPoint effectively.
- Recap of key concepts covered throughout the course.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explore the layout and functionality of Microsoft Excel.
- Master using both simple and complex formulas to carry out calculations with ease.
- Build clear and organized spreadsheets designed specifically for administrative tasks.
- Use sorting, filtering, and conditional formatting to interpret data effectively.
- Explore charts and graphs that turn raw data into visual reports for better understanding.
This course is ideal for:
- Administrative Assistants.
- Office Managers.
- Executive Secretaries.
- Data Entry Professionals.
- Business Owners.
- All administrative Officers.
Course Schedule & Fees
- Kuala Lumpur
- Singapore
- Amsterdam
- Online
- Course Fees
This course will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the following dates:
| 12/05/2025 | 26/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 23/06/2025 |
| 07/07/2025 | 21/07/2025 | 04/08/2025 | 18/08/2025 |
| 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 | 20/10/2025 |
| 10/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 |
| 26/01/2026 | 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Singapore on the following dates:
| 05/05/2025 | 26/05/2025 | 16/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 |
| 21/07/2025 | 11/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 |
| 13/10/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 |
| 05/01/2026 | 26/01/2026 |
This course will take place in Amsterdam on the following dates:
| 19/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 | 21/07/2025 |
| 11/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 13/10/2025 |
| 03/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 |
| 26/01/2026 | 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place Online the following dates:
| 06/05/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 01/07/2025 | 29/07/2025 |
| 26/08/2025 | 23/09/2025 | 21/10/2025 | 18/11/2025 |
| 16/12/2025 | 13/01/2026 | 10/02/2026 |
| Kuala Lumpur | Singapore | Amsterdam | Online |
| USD$ 3,580 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 1,920 |
