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Advanced Excel Skills for Business and Data Analysis

4.7(45,300 Ratings)
Duration
5 Days
Upcoming Batch
23 November 2026 - 27 November 2026
Batch Options
4 hours & 8 hours
Language
English/ Arabic

Course Overview

The Advanced Excel course in Dubai is designed for participants to gain the necessary skills. The course helps them to use Excel spreadsheets, and pivot tables, audit and analyze worksheet data, use data tools, create and manage macros, etc. This Excel course in Dubai is intended for students with prior knowledge of Microsoft Excel. It is also for those who have a desire or need to advance their skills in working with some of the Advanced Excel features.

Course Outcome

Successful completion of the Advanced Excel course in Dubai will help you to:

  • Apply key Excel functions to prepare data for analysis using pivot tables
  • Create and customize pivot tables to reconcile and analyze accounts efficiently
  • Utilize Power Query to clean up and prepare data for reporting
  • Utilize pivot table functions and calculations to generate a set of management and business analysis reports
  • Run macros to speed up work and utilize other advanced techniques in data analysis and reporting
  • Report and analyze big data using PowerPivot

Target Audience

  • The eager entrepreneur, hungry to optimize their financial tracking and analysis.
  • The meticulous manager, seeking to streamline team productivity through advanced Excel techniques.
  • The ambitious analyst, aiming to master data visualization and interpretation for strategic insights.
  • The detail-oriented accountant, striving to enhance accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.

Course Content

5 modules · 39 topics
01Spreadsheet design and advanced formulas6 topics
  • Spreadsheet Design Principles
  • Calculations
  • Formatting
  • Documentation
  • Interface and Navigation
  • Exercises
02Data cleaning and preparation9 topics
  • Tables and Structured Referencing
  • Using Functions to Sort Data
  • Introduction to Array Formulas
  • Working with an Array Function (TRANSPOSE)
  • Replace blanks with repeating values
  • Remove Unwanted Spaces (TRIM, CLEAN)
  • Diagnostic Tools (ISNUMBER, LEN, CODE)
  • Remove Unwanted Characters (SUBSTITUTE, CHAR, VALUE)
  • Exercises
03Financial functions and working with dates7 topics
  • Fix Dates (DATE, MONTH, YEAR, DAY, TEXT)
  • Working with Dates (EOMONTH, EDATE, WORKDAY.INTL)
  • Financial Functions (FV, PV, PMT)
  • Loan Schedule (PMT, EDATE)
  • Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return
  • Depreciation Functions (SLN, SYD, DDB)
  • Exercises
04Advanced lookup functions and Building interactive dashboards10 topics
  • INDIRECT function
  • ADDRESS function
  • Introduction to OFFSET
  • Solving Problems with OFFSET
  • Dashboard Design
  • Prepare Data
  • Construct Dashboard
  • Creative Charting
  • Interactive Dashboard
  • Exercises
05Data modeling7 topics
  • Modelling Functions :SUMPRODUCT
  • Data Tables
  • Goal Seek
  • Scenario Manager
  • Solver
  • Exercises
  • Review course objectives and suggestions

Schedule Dates

4 upcoming batches
Session Type
Physical sessions run at our training facility.
Advanced Excel Skills for Business and Data Analysis
Batch DatesDurationBatch OptionsLanguageAction
23 November 2026 - 27 November 2026Next5 Days4 hours & 8 hoursEnglish/ Arabic
01 March 2027 - 05 March 20275 Days4 hours & 8 hoursEnglish/ Arabic
07 June 2027 - 11 June 20275 Days4 hours & 8 hoursEnglish/ Arabic
13 September 2027 - 17 September 20275 Days4 hours & 8 hoursEnglish/ Arabic

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FAQs

What prerequisites are required for this course?

Prior knowledge of basic Excel functions and formulas is recommended. Familiarity with data analysis concepts will also be beneficial.

What advanced Excel topics will be covered in this course?

The course will cover advanced functions and formulas, pivot tables, data visualization techniques, VBA programming for automation, and advanced data analysis tools.

How will this course benefit my business skills?

By mastering advanced Excel techniques, you’ll be able to streamline data analysis processes, make informed business decisions based on data insights, and improve overall efficiency in handling large datasets.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the course?

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate that validates your proficiency in advanced Excel skills for business and data analysis.

Are there any practical projects or case studies included in the course?

Yes, the course includes hands-on projects and real-world case studies to apply the learned concepts in practical scenarios, enhancing your understanding and skill level.

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