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Advanced Excel: Data Analysis with Power Query, PivotTables & Inquire

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This advanced Excel training focuses on importing, cleaning, analyzing, and reporting from large and complex datasets. It is structured into three key modules covering Power Query, Inquire, and Power Pivot. With Power Query, participants will learn how to import and prepare data from various sources for analysis. The Inquire module focuses on analyzing and comparing Excel files to ensure their integrity and optimize performance. Finally, the Power Pivot module enables participants to consolidate data from multiple sources, build data models, and produce dynamic reports. This training provides Excel users with the essential skills to handle complex data and generate precise, interactive analytical insights.

2 days 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Online, Montreal, Quebec City

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The Advanced Excel course at a glance

Length
2 days
Schedule
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Format
Live virtual class or in person in Montreal and Quebec City
Audience
Tous
Price
$901 per participant, or $765 for public bodies and non-profits (plus taxes)
Language
English

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Advanced Excel course outline

Introduction to Power Query

  • Understanding the interface and main features of Power Query

  • Exploring compatible data sources (CSV, Excel, Web, etc.)

  • Importing data into Power Query

Importing Data

  • Importing CSV files, Excel workbooks, and data from websites

  • Importing an entire folder to consolidate multiple similar files into a single source

Cleaning and Transforming Data

  • Removing null values, duplicates, and filtering rows

  • Splitting columns, changing data types, replacing values

  • Detecting and correcting errors to ensure data quality

Saving and Loading Cleaned Data

  • Saving transformations and loading the cleaned data into Excel for analysis

Introduction to Inquire

  • Overview of the tool and its main functionalities

  • Accessing Inquire in the Excel ribbon and configuring comparison options

Comparing Two Workbooks

  • Performing a detailed comparison of two workbooks to identify differences

  • Generating comparison reports to document changes and differing values

Optimizing Excel Files

  • Cleaning excessive formatting to reduce file size

  • Removing unnecessary formatting to improve performance

  • Managing passwords to secure files

Introduction to Power Pivot

  • Understanding the interface and the benefits of Power Pivot for advanced analysis

  • Enabling Power Pivot in Excel and adding data sources

Creating Data Models and Relationships

  • Importing and consolidating multiple tables from different sources

  • Creating and managing relationships between tables to interconnect data

Calculated Columns and Measures

  • Creating calculated columns with custom formulas to enrich the dataset

  • Using measures for dynamic calculations within PivotTables

Building PivotTables and PivotCharts

  • Creating interactive reports with PivotTables and PivotCharts

  • Using slicers for quick and targeted data analysis

Exporting and Sharing Reports

  • Preparing reports for export and sharing with stakeholders

  • Refreshing Power Pivot data to keep reports up to date

Prices and practical information

Preferred rate

$765 / participant

Public bodies and non-profits · plus taxes

Standard price

$901 / participant

Businesses and individuals · plus taxes

Practical information

  • Length: 2 days
  • Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Format: Live virtual class or in person in Montreal and Quebec City
  • Payment: online (PayPal or card) when registering, or by invoice for organizations

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Train your whole team as a private group, on your own documents, at your premises or in a virtual class, on the dates that suit you.

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Why take this Advanced Excel course

Objectives: what you will be able to do

  • Master Power Query to import data from different sources, clean and transform raw data into actionable insights.

  • Use Inquire to analyze, compare, and optimize Excel workbooks, identifying differences and improving file performance.

  • Learn Power Pivot to create interactive visual reports, establish relationships between tables, and use calculated columns and measures for enhanced analysis.

  • Produce dynamic reports with PivotTables and PivotCharts, refreshable based on source data, for shared and collaborative analysis.

Prerequisites

Have basic knowledge of Excel or have completed the Beginner Excel training

What is included

  • Course materials and exercise files for each participant
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Optional personalized coaching after the course
  • In public in-person sessions:
    • Tea and coffee
    • Lunch at a nearby restaurant
    • Parking (in some cities)
    • Wi-Fi access

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