K2's Mastering Advanced Excel Functions (4 hours - late morning) - Webcast
Overview
With approximately 500 functions now available in Excel, some newer and more powerful tools are easy to overlook. But, if you do that, your productivity will suffer. In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of many of Excel’s more advanced features - some new and some legacy - to elevate your productivity to higher levels. In this session, you will learn about many of Excel’s newer tools, including XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, SWITCH, and STOCKHISTORY. Also included in this session are discussions of advanced financial functions, such as IPMT and PPMT, and how to retrieve summarized data easily using GETPIVOTDATA and CUBEVALUE. Additionally, you will learn how to make sophisticated calculations easier with Dynamic Array formulas, harness the AGGREGATE function’s power, and create more accurate forecasts with Excel’s FORECAST.ETS function. No matter your experience working with Excel, participating in this course will help you work more efficiently and effectively in Excel.
Highlights
- Powerful new functions and features in Excel, such as XLOOKUP and Dynamic Arrays
- How to use "legacy" features and functions such as AGGREGATE
- Creating effective forecasts in Excel
Prerequisites
Fundamental knowledge of Excel 2019 and newer
Designed For
Business professionals who work with Excel and want to extend their knowledge of advanced features and functions to become more accurate, effective, and efficient with spreadsheets
Objectives
- List examples of best practices for constructing formulas in Excel spreadsheets
- Identify situations in which each of the following functions might be useful: SUMIFS, SWITCH, and STOCKHISTORY
- Distinguish between the XLOOKUP function and legacy Excel functions such as VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX, and MATCH
- Cite examples of when using Dynamic Arrays would be useful
- Differentiate between Excel's AGGREGATE and SUBTOTAL functions
- Identify conditions in which the FORECAST.ETS function is preferable to the FORECAST function
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Stephen Yoss, K2 Enterprises
At the helm of Devmatics since 2017, Stephen specializes in developing tailored software solutions, mobile apps, and sophisticated automation systems to solve complex, critical challenges for a variety of clients. His innovative approach to technology was first applied at his family's firm, Yoss & Allen, where he revolutionized their technological infrastructure.
As an authoritative speaker and prolific author, Stephen is a powerhouse in professional education, presenting at over 100 events annually and having authored more than 50 CPE courses. His sessions, packed with expertise and actionable insights, cover critical technology topics from cloud computing to preventing data breaches, artificial intelligence, automation, and empowering professionals across the globe.
Stephen's expertise in the realm of pyrotechnics is equally impressive. As a licensed pyrotechnician, he's contributed to some of the nation's most memorable fireworks displays, including the Macy's July 4th Spectacular and the Golden Gate Bridge's 75th Anniversary celebrations, the annual Burning Man event, and many other shows around the country. His precision and creativity illuminate the sky, showcasing his dedication to this explosive art form.
When he's not developing software, enlightening professionals, or lighting up the sky with fireworks, Stephen indulges in his passions for music, community service, and the great outdoors. His commitment to community and adventure is evident, whether he's at Burning Man or volunteering in his hometown of Big Bear Lake, CA.
Dive deeper into Stephen's blend of technological innovation, educational contribution, and pyrotechnic artistry at https://yoss.io.
(3/27/24)
Non-Member Price $245.00
Member Price $195.00