Microsoft Excel: Automated Dashboard Using Advanced Formula, VBA, Power Query

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  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    6h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

The Microsoft Excel: Automated Dashboard Using Advanced Formula, VBA, Power Query course is designed to help learners build advanced Excel automation skills for modern business and data environments. This course focuses on transforming raw data into dynamic, automated dashboards using advanced Excel formulas, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), and Power Query tools.

Learners will explore how to clean, structure, and analyse large datasets efficiently, reducing manual work and improving reporting accuracy. The course explains how advanced formulas such as nested functions, logical formulas, and lookup techniques support intelligent dashboard creation. It also introduces VBA concepts for automating repetitive Excel tasks and enhancing spreadsheet functionality.

Power Query is covered in detail, enabling learners to import, transform, and refresh data from multiple sources with ease. By combining these tools, learners gain the ability to design automated dashboards that update automatically and support informed decision-making.

This course is ideal for professionals seeking to improve productivity, reporting efficiency, and data handling confidence. It supports personal development and enhances analytical and technical skills commonly required in administration, finance, business analysis, and operations roles. Delivered fully online, the course allows flexible, self-paced learning while developing practical Excel automation capabilities that add clear value to a CV.

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Understand advanced Excel formulas for automated reporting
Create dynamic dashboards for business data analysis
Use VBA to automate repetitive Excel tasks
Apply Power Query for data cleaning and transformation
Improve efficiency in handling large datasets
Develop structured, professional Excel reports

This course is intended for individuals who want to strengthen their Excel skills beyond basic spreadsheet use. It is suitable for office professionals, administrators, analysts, finance staff, and business users who regularly work with data and reports. Learners looking to move into data-focused roles or improve performance in their current position will find this course particularly beneficial.

The course is also ideal for students and career changers aiming to build technical skills that are widely used across industries. Those working in management, operations, accounting, or project support roles can use the skills gained to improve reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency.

No specialist background is required, making the course accessible to learners with basic Excel experience who want to progress into advanced automation and dashboard creation. The content is structured clearly, supporting learners at different stages of their professional development.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. It is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who are interested in developing advanced Excel and data automation skills.

Learners are recommended to have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel, along with good English language skills, numeracy, and general IT confidence. Access to a computer with Microsoft Excel installed and a stable internet connection is required to complete the course comfortably. No prior experience with VBA or Power Query is necessary, as concepts are introduced progressively.

Upon successful completion of the Microsoft Excel: Automated Dashboard Using Advanced Formula, VBA, Power Query, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course stands out through its flexible and fully self-paced structure, allowing learners to study around work or personal commitments. Expert-designed modules present advanced Excel concepts in a clear and structured way, supporting confident progression.

The course focuses on career-relevant outcomes, helping learners build automation and reporting skills that are highly valued across industries. Content is practical and professionally aligned, enabling learners to apply advanced formulas, VBA, and Power Query techniques effectively.

By developing automation and dashboard skills, learners gain capabilities that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data confidence—key strengths that add measurable value to a CV and professional profile.

This course is best suited for learners who already have a basic understanding of Excel, such as creating simple spreadsheets and using standard formulas. However, no advanced knowledge is required. Concepts are explained clearly and progressively, making the course accessible to those looking to move from intermediate to advanced Excel skills. Learners are guided through formulas, automation, and data tools in a structured way.

Advanced Excel automation and dashboard skills are widely used in administration, finance, operations, and data-related roles. Completing this course can help improve productivity, reporting accuracy, and analytical confidence. These skills are highly transferable and enhance a CV by demonstrating technical capability, efficiency, and data handling expertise across multiple professional sectors.

The course is delivered entirely online through a self-paced learning platform. Learners can access materials at any time and progress at a speed that suits their schedule. This flexible study method allows learners to balance professional and personal commitments while developing advanced Excel automation skills through structured modules and guided content.

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Subjects

  • Excel
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Spreadsheet
  • Excel Formula
  • Microsoft excel training
  • MS Excel
  • Using excel

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Microsoft Excel: Automated Dashboard Using Advanced Formula, VBA, Power Query teaches how to build dynamic, automated dashboards that turn raw data into clear, decision-ready insights. The course covers advanced formulas, data cleaning and transformation with Power Query, automation using VBA, and interactive reporting techniques to streamline analysis and improve reporting efficiency.

Course Curriculum

  • Introduction
  • Prepaid Expenses Models: Resources Download
  • Accounting for Prepaid Expenses
  • Excel Formulas Detailed: Introduction to three Excel Models
  • Formula Based Prepaid Expenses Model
  • Calculate Prepaid Expenses Amortisation from Exact Start Date
  • Prepaid Expenses Summary with Power Query and Pivot Table
  • Advanced VBA Prepaid Expenses Amortisation Model
  • BONUS: Dynamic Dashboard for Divisional Profit and Loss
  • statements: Easy Way
  • Power Query & Pivot Tables based Dashboard without any
  • Formulas, Fully Dynamic
  • Thankyou
  • Resources

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Microsoft Excel: Automated Dashboard Using Advanced Formula, VBA, Power Query

Special Emagister price

£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.