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Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros

4.7(4,666 Ratings)
Duration
1 Day
Upcoming Batch
09 November 2026
Batch Options
8 hours & 4 hours
Language
English / Arabic

Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros

The “Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros” course from Microsoft is designed to help users master complex Excel functionalities, focusing on advanced techniques and tools. The course delves into the creation and utilization of Pivot Tables to analyze and summarize large datasets effectively, providing learners with skills to manipulate data dynamically and create insightful reports. Additionally, it covers the use of Macros, allowing users to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows through VBA (Visual Basic for Applications). Participants will learn to write, edit, and debug Macros, and understand how to use advanced features of Excel to enhance productivity and data analysis capabilities. This course is ideal for individuals looking to deepen their Excel expertise and leverage advanced features for more efficient and powerful data management.

Course Prerequisites

To ensure a successful learning experience in the Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros course, participants should ideally meet the following prerequisites:

  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel: Familiarity with Excel’s interface, basic functions, and formula creation.
  • Proficiency in data entry and formatting: Ability to enter and format data in Excel spreadsheets.
  • Knowledge of basic Excel operations: Comfortable with operations such as sorting, filtering, and using simple functions like SUM and AVERAGE.
  • Fundamental understanding of Excel tables: Experience with creating and manipulating tables within Excel is beneficial.
  • Basic problem-solving skills: Ability to think logically and solve simple data-related problems.
  • Willingness to learn: A positive attitude and eagerness to acquire new skills in Excel and VBA.

These prerequisites are intended to provide a foundation upon which the course content can build. They are not meant to be barriers but rather to ensure that all participants can keep pace with the course material and get the most out of their training experience.

Target Audience

  • Data Analysts
  • Financial Analysts
  • Business Intelligence Professionals
  • Project Managers
  • Administrative Assistants
  • Marketing Analysts
  • Sales Managers

Course Content

13 modules · 37 topics
01Module 1: PivotTable – Creation2 topics
  • Creating a PivotTable from a Data Range & Adding Fields to the PivotTable
  • Creating a PivotTable with Recommended PivotTables
02Module 2: PivotTable – Fields2 topics
  • PivotTable Fields Task Pane
  • Resizing PivotTable Fields Task Pane
03Module 3: PivotTable Layout - Fields and Areas3 topics
  • Exploring Data with PivotTable
  • Summarizing Values
  • Updating a PivotTable
04Module 4: PivotTable – Areas1 topic
  • COLUMNS , VALUES & FILTERS
05Module 5: PivotTable – Exploring Data3 topics
  • Sorting and Filtering Data
  • Nesting, Expanding and Collapsing Fields
  • Grouping and Ungrouping Field Values
06Module 6: PivotTable – Sorting Data1 topic
  • Sorting on Fields, Subtotals & More Sort Options
07Module 7: PivotTable – Filtering data4 topics
  • Reporting, Filtering & Inserting
  • PivotTable – Nesting
  • Nesting Order of the Fields
  • Changing the Nesting Order
08Module 8: PivotTable – Tools4 topics
  • ANALYZE Commands
  • Expanding and Collapsing a Field
  • Grouping and Ungrouping Field Values
  • Grouping by a Date Field
09Module 9: PivotTable – Summarizing Values1 topic
  • Sum & Value Field Settings
10Module 10: PivotTable ─ Updating Data5 topics
  • Updating PivotTable Layout
  • Updating PivotTable Layout
  • Changing the Source Data of a PivotTable
  • Changing to External Data Source
  • Deleting a PivotTable
11Module 11: PivotTable – Reports3 topics
  • Hierarchies ,Report Filter & Slicers
  • Timeline in PivotTable & DESIGN Commands
  • Report Layout
12Module 12: Introduction to VBA Macros3 topics
  • Recording of Macros
  • Macro Securities
  • Editing of Macros
13Module 13: Integrating ChatGPT with Microsoft Excel:5 topics
  • Introduction to Macros
  • Introduction to VBA
  • Generating API Keys
  • Embedding API Key in Visual Basic
  • Customising the Quick Access Toolbar

Schedule Dates

4 upcoming batches
Session Type
Physical sessions run at our training facility.
Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros
Batch DatesDurationBatch OptionsLanguageAction
09 November 2026Next1 Day8 hours & 4 hoursEnglish / Arabic
09 February 20271 Day8 hours & 4 hoursEnglish / Arabic
09 May 20271 Day8 hours & 4 hoursEnglish / Arabic
09 August 20271 Day8 hours & 4 hoursEnglish / Arabic

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FAQs

What is the primary focus of the "Advanced Excel with Pivot Tables and Macros" course?

The course is designed to enhance proficiency in Excel by covering advanced techniques, particularly in using Pivot Tables for data analysis and Macros for automating tasks. Participants will learn to create complex Pivot Tables for dynamic data summaries and use VBA to develop Macros that automate repetitive tasks, thus improving efficiency.

What are the prerequisites for this course?

Participants should have a fundamental knowledge of Excel, including basic functions and formulas. Experience with Pivot Tables and a basic understanding of Macros or VBA is beneficial but not required.

What materials and resources are provided?

Participants will receive course materials, including exercise files, cheat sheets, and access to instructional videos. They will also have access to a platform for Q&A and support during and after the course.

What specific skills will be gained from this course?

Attendees will learn to:

  • Create and customize Pivot Tables to summarize and analyze data.
  • Utilize advanced Pivot Table features such as calculated fields and multiple consolidation ranges.
  • Develop and edit Macros using VBA to automate repetitive tasks.
  • Write VBA code to create custom functions and streamline workflows.
  • Debug and troubleshoot VBA code to ensure effective automation.
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