Overview
A well-designed dashboard is an indispensable tool for transforming raw data into compelling visual insights.
It empowers users to interpret complex information at a glance and make data-driven decisions.
Despite the availability of numerous sophisticated dashboard-building tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and even PowerPoint, it is worth noting that the majority of users consistently opt for Excel. The primary reasons for this choice include its widespread presence on their computers, their familiarity with its fundamental functions, and its commendable performance in fulfilling their dashboard needs.
This training session is your gateway to mastering the art of dashboard creation in Excel.
Why should you Attend
Unlock the potential to craft stunning, interactive, and professional-looking dashboards with Excel. Our training provides a solid foundation, enabling you to create dynamic reports that elevate your data presentation game. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and boost your career prospects.
Areas Covered in the Session
- The importance of dashboards for data analysis and decision-making
- Structuring data for dashboard use (Tables and Pivot Tables)
- Crafting Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Summaries with Formulas
- Dashboard Elements: Charts, Slicers, Tiles/Cards
- Sharing and distributing the dashboard with others
Who Will Benefit
- This training session caters to Professionals who rely on Excel for Data Analysis and Reporting, including Business Analysts, Data Analysts, Financial Analysts, Project Managers, and Anyone eager to harness the transformative power of dashboards. To benefit fully, Attendees should possess an intermediate level of Excel proficiency. While the training will be conducted using the latest version of Excel for Windows, much of the functionality is applicable to earlier versions of the application
Speaker Profile
Mike Thomas - In a career spanning over 30 years, Mike Thomas, a UK-based IT Trainer, has delivered thousands of courses and produced hundreds of written and video-based tutorials.
He is a subject matter expert in a range of technologies on the Windows and Mac platforms however his primary focus and passion is Microsoft Office and Power BI.
Mike is a Microsoft MVP and a Fellow of The Learning and Performance Institute and has worked with and for many global and UK-based companies and organisations across a range of industries including healthcare, pharmaceutical and public sector.
In addition to training, he also designs and develops Microsoft Office-based solutions that automate key business tasks and processes
Instructor
Mike Thomas
