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K2's Advanced Excel – Webcast

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8.0 Credits

Member Price $310.00

Non-Member Price $385.00

Overview

If you are an experienced Excel user seeking to elevate your skills, join the K2 team for K2’s Advanced Excel. In this laptop-friendly program, you will learn critical advanced Excel skills in six key areas: 1) collaborating with other users and securing workbooks, 2) using tables to analyze and report data, 3) integrating and manipulating data from external sources, 4) creating and auditing complex formulas, 5) advanced data analysis tools, and 6) visualization techniques to analyze and communicate information.

The course draws from over twenty-five years of experience delivering Excel training to accountants and other business professionals. Throughout the program, relevant, real-world examples reinforce the topics presented. Take advantage of this opportunity to become more efficient and proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, the tool of choice for accounting and financial professionals. This course covers advanced Excel topics found in Excel 2019 and newer.

Highlights

  • Collaboration and security techniques
  • Tables, data models, and PivotTables
  • Advanced formulas
  • Data queries
  • Creating effective visualizations

Prerequisites

Experienced Excel user

Designed For

Business professionals who work with Excel 2019 or newer and want to extend their knowledge with advanced features and functions

Objectives

  • Identify and implement the best techniques to secure sensitive information in Excel workbooks and collaborate with other users to improve accuracy and efficiency
  • Create tables and take advantage of their advanced features, such as dynamic data ranges, structured reference formulas, and the ability to relate multiple tables together into a Data Model
  • Import and link data into Excel from external sources - including text, Access, and SQL Server - and use advanced tools, such as Power Query and various cleanup tools, to manipulate the data to meet specific needs
  • Use advanced functions, such as SUMPRODUCT, XLOOKUP, MATCH, INDEX, NETWORKDAYS, RAND, RANDBETWEEN, NPV, IRR, XNPV, and XIRR, to create and audit complex formulas
  • Analyze worksheet data using techniques such as Data Tables, Subtotals, Slicers, Filters, and PivotTables
  • Describe techniques used to create, manipulate, and customize charts for analyzing and communicating information

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Leader Bios

Stephen Yoss, K2 Enterprises

Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., MS, CPA, is a visionary CPA and the entrepreneurial mind behind Devmatics, LLC. Starting his tech journey at age 10, Stephen quickly progressed to establish his own IT company at 13 and began crafting software by 15. He holds a dual degree in Accountancy and International Business from Loyola Marymount, complemented by an Masters of Science in Information Systems and Technology with a focus on Geographic Information Systems from Claremont Graduate University.

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)

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Non-Member Price $385.00

Member Price $310.00