Turn spreadsheets into reliable decision tools with this executive Excel data management and analytical reporting training. The program teaches professionals to structure data properly, automate data preparation and build reports and models that leaders can trust. Participants will learn advanced formulas, PivotTables, Power Query, dynamic arrays and dashboard design, plus controls that prevent costly errors. Through hands-on labs with business datasets, attendees will build decision-grade workbooks they can use at work. This program is essential for analysts, finance officers and managers who rely on Excel.
Objectives
- Structure data in tables for accurate analysis
- Use advanced lookup, logical and dynamic array formulas
- Clean and combine data with Power Query
- Summarize data with PivotTables and PivotCharts
- Design clear, interactive management dashboards
- Build robust models with input, calculation and output sections
- Apply error checks and spreadsheet controls
- Automate repetitive reporting tasks
- Present analytical findings for executive decisions
Target Audience
- Finance and budget officers
- Data and business analysts
- Managers who prepare reports
- M&E and planning officers
- Executive assistants handling data
- Procurement and HR analysts
Methodology
- Hands-on Excel labs
- Real business dataset exercises
- Power Query demonstrations
- Dashboard build sessions
- Spreadsheet error case studies
- Model review clinics
- Individual reporting projects
