Excel VBA for Creative Problem Solving
In this course you will learn how to automate tasks in Excel using VBA, saving you valuable time. You will master the basics of VBA programming and learn how to create your own functions and solve real-world data problems. The course will help you become more efficient by creating dynamic and flexible spreadsheets.
Why should you attend this course?
- You will save time: By automating key tasks in Excel, you will significantly streamline your work and save valuable time.
- You'll learn VBA from scratch: Even with no prior programming knowledge, you'll master key VBA skills that will improve your Excel skills.
- You will gain practical skills: The course includes exercises based on real-world problems, allowing you to quickly apply the knowledge you've gained.
- Create custom functions: You will learn how to create custom functions in VBA, allowing you to tailor tools to your individual needs.
- Optimising processes: You will be able to automate Excel tools, such as Solver and Goal Seek, and create complex numerical solutions.
- Data troubleshooting: You will learn how to deal with unstructured data and find creative ways to import data into central reports.
Language of the course
English
Training level
advanced
Who is this course for?
- For financial professionals, accountants and junior accountants, auditors, data analysts and application specialists.
- For Excel users who want to speed up their spreadsheet work and learn automation techniques.
What will you learn during the course?
- Learn the basic programming structures in VBA
- Automate many essential tasks to help save valuable time
- Discover how to seamlessly import numerical data from multiple sources
- Write your own functions in VBA to create bespoke tools and actions
- Identify the best ways to solve common problems in Excel, helping you towards more effective working
- Confidently start automating your spreadsheets which solve real world problems.
Additional information
- In order to use the course effectively, it is necessary, in addition to viewing the online training, to have Excel turned on. To do this, we recommend using a second screen or an additional device to avoid constantly switching between windows.
- The course is based on Excel for Windows, it is recommended to use version 2010 or later.
- MAC users are welcome to attend the course, but some features may differ from the Windows version. The tutor will adapt the course content to the MAC version during the course if there are MAC users attending the training.
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Open courses
Our open courses are short courses taught by experienced tutors whose role is to give you practical knowledge and skills that you can use immediately in your daily work.
It's a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and enhance your skills, whether you're motivated by an internal desire to develop or by your employer.
Bespoke programmes for companies
Does your team need training on this topic? Or, would your organization benefit from additional focus on specific issues in the course program, allowing some elements to be explored in greater depth?
With bespoke programs, we can adjust the training content to meet your organization’s specific needs. This includes adding topics not covered in the standard program or omitting sections less relevant to your team. The final cost of customized training is set individually at the proposal stage.
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