Overview

Overview 

  • Completion Certificate awarded upon completion to show employers your new skills
  • Free upgrade on to our state of the art platform
  • 12 Months unlimited Access

Microsoft Excel 2013: Essentials 

Microsoft Excel 2013 Essentials shows you the fundamentals of entering data and creating spreadsheets, managing lists of data, creating formulas & functions, formatting worksheets for print and electronic delivery, charting, data analysis, collaborating with others, automating tasks, and more. 

This comprehensive Excel 2013 course uses a hands-on, engaging approach. It’s as though you have one of the best Excel trainers giving you a private lesson, making concepts clear and understandable. Presenter Bob Flisser will show you how to work quickly & efficiently in Excel.

When you finish this course, you won’t just know Excel; you’ll be an Excel rock star, and your co-workers will be jealous. You will know how to create worksheets for different types of tasks, and how to set up calculations used in different fields and professions. You’ll also know how to analyze large amounts of data so they make sense, and how to format worksheets so they look polished. The best part is learning all the shortcuts that save you lots of time.

Course Outline

Chapter 1: GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH EXCEL (51 min)
 
  • If You’re in a Hurry, Use a Template
  • What’s on the Screen
  • File Management Basics
  • Editing the Content & Structure of a Worksheet
  • Creating a Sample Worksheet

Chapter 2: TECHNIQUES FOR EASIER DATA ENTRY (14 min)
 
  • Using Auto Fill
  • Selecting an Area for Faster Data Entry
  • Using Automatic Decimals
  • Using Flash Fill

Chapter 3: MANAGING LISTS WITH EXCEL (42 min)
 
  • Sorting a List of Names & Addresses
  • Formatting & Editing a Table
  • Advanced Filter
  • Finding & Replacing Data
  • Splitting Cells

Chapter 4: Basic Calculations with Formulas (46 min)
 
  • How Do You Write a Formula?
  • Adding, Subtracting & Basic Number Formatting
  • Squaring & Cubing Numbers
  • Absolutely Understand Absolute References
  • Formatting Numbers
  • The Order of Calculations is Critical
  • Joining Cells

Chapter 5: CALCULATING WITH FUNCTIONS (48 min)
 
  • Understanding How Functions Work
  • SUM Function & AutoSum Tool
  • Adding a Whole Worksheet with Just Two Clicks
  • Calculating an Average
  • Finding the Highest, Lowest & Quantity of Values
  • Inserting, Calculating & Formatting Dates
  • Automatic Subtotals
  • Calculations across Worksheets

Chapter 6: FUNCTIONS THAT MAKE DECISIONS (30 min)
 
  • IF: Values that Depend on a Condition
  • SUMIF & AVERAGEIF: Sums & Averages That Depend on a Condition
  • VLOOKUP: Extract Data from a Table

Chapter 7: MATH, STATISTICAL & FINANCIAL FUNCTIONS (39 min)
 
  • Square Roots & Logarithms
  • Correlation, Standard Deviation, Median & Large
  • Calculating Monthly Loan Payments
  • Using Net Present Value to Evaluate an Investment

Chapter 8: FORMATTING WORKSHEETS (72 min)
 
  • Row & Column Size & Cell Alignment
  • Using & Modifying Built-in Styles
  • Analyzing Data with Conditional Formatting
  • Inserting & Modifying Pictures
  • Inserting Pictures from Online Sources
  • Drawing & Modifying Shapes
  • Using Shortcuts to Draw & Modify Shapes
  • Creating Diagrams with SmartArt

Chapter 9: Managing Workbooks (37 min)
 
  • Arranging, Inserting, Moving & Copying Worksheets
  • Freezing Row & Column Titles in Place
  • Repeating Row & Column Titles
  • Hiding & Un-hiding Rows & Columns

Chapter 10: DATA ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES (30 min)
 
  • Goal Seek
  • Creating Scenarios for Multiple What-Ifs
  • Using the Quick Analysis Tool
  • Using the Inquire Add-in to Compare Worksheets

Chapter 11: CREATING CHARTS IN EXCEL (55 min)
 
  • Creating Charts Instantly: Two Methods
  • Creating a Column Chart Manually
  • Creating a Pie Chart Manually
  • Sparklines: Miniature Charts in Cells
  • Setting Up a GeoFlow 3D Map
  • Animating a GeoFlow 3D Map

Chapter 12: PIVOTTABLES & POWER VIEWS (42 min)
 
  • Overview of PivotTables
  • Inserting a Recommended PivotTable
  • Creating a PivotTable Manually
  • Modifying a PivotTable & Filtering with Slicers
  • Creating a PivotChart
  • Creating a Power View Report
 

Chapter 13: PRINTING A WORKSHEET (33 min)
 
  • Print Layout, What Should Fit & How
  • Inserting Headers & Footers
  • Printing & Print Settings

Chapter 14: COLLABORATION (81 min)
 
  • Writing & Editing Comments
  • Creating PDF Documents
  • Importing & Exporting Data
  • Restricting Editing of a Workbook
  • Protecting Workbook Structure, Finalizing & Password Protection
  • Tracking Changes Other People Make to a Workbook
  • Saving a Workbook in SkyDrive, SharePoint, or Dropbox
  • Allowing Others to Modify Your Open Workbook
  • Inviting Others to Share Your Workbook
  • Sharing a Workbook on a Social Network
  • Share Workbooks on the Web with the Excel Button

Chapter 15: AUTOMATING TASKS (31 min)
 
  • Overview of Automation
  • Installing & Using Office Apps
  • Creating Macros by Recording Keystrokes
  • Editing Macros in Visual Basic for Applications

Chapter 16: CUSTOMIZING EXCEL 2013 (24 min)
 
  • Modifying the Ribbon Bar & Quick Access Toolbar
  • Setting Excel’s Options
  • Credits

Who Is This For

This package is designed for any individual wishing to pursue or enhance their career as a Microsoft Engineer.

Our Online Courses is a cost-effective and successful approach for many individuals. It provides a flexible learning method, allowing candidates to schedule learning at a time that suits them and fits in with other commitments; ideal for those who find it difficult to take time away from their workplace. It also allows candidates to work at their own pace, and revisit sections of the course as often as needed, leading to a fuller understanding of all the topics covered.

In addition, there are none of the high costs of travel and accommodation associated with courses at an external venue.

Requirements

Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.

Media

CareerMatch provides industry leading online training courses for individuals and businesses alike.

We build our curriculum using proven educational concepts and sound instructional design principles to create the highest quality courses in the IT training field.

CareerMatch employs only the industry’s best instructors and course developers to create courses and certification preparation materials unrivaled in the marketplace.

With a passion for technology and a focus on being the first company to bring new technology courses to market, CareerMatch strives and succeeds in ALWAYS providing its student with the tools needed to succeed at the highest possible level and raise the benchmark in today’s IT industry.

Career Path

A list of Career Paths you can pursue:

  • 1st Line Support
  • 2nd Line Support
  • 3rd Line Support
  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Database Administrator
  • Database Analyst
  • Database Engineer
  • Database Consultant
  • Network Administrator
  • Exchange Server Administrator
  • Computer Systems Administrator
  • Exchange Recipient Administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • IT Technician
  • IT Engineer
  • IT Support Engineer
  • Desktop Support Technician
  • IT Support Analyst
  • Service Desk Administrator
  • Computer Support Administrator

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Please click the Job Boards below for current vacancies:


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Training Features

  • EXPERT INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING

    Our Courseware uses only the industry’s finest instructors. They have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields. Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat or rewind all your lectures. This creates a personal learning experience and gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7.

  • QUIZZES & EXAM SIMULATORS

    Our custom practice exams prepare you for your exams differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. You will have practice quizzes after each module to ensure you are confident on the topic you have completed before proceeding. This will allow you to gauge your effectiveness before moving to the next module in your course. Our Courses also include practice exams designed to replicate and mirror the environment in the testing centre. These exams are on average 100 questions to ensure you are 100% prepared before taking your certification exam.

  • VISUAL DEMONSTRATIONS & MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS

    Our courseware includes instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations that allow students to develop their skills based on real world scenarios explained by the instructor. Our Courseware always focuses on real world scenarios and skill-set development.

  • NAVIGATION & CONTROLS

    Our self-paced training programs are designed in a modular fashion to allow you the flexibility to work with expert level instruction anytime 24/7. All courses are arranged in defined sections with navigation controls allowing you to control the pace of your training. This allows students to learn at their own pace around their schedule.

  • 12 MONTHS UNLIMITED ACCESS

    Each student will have 12 months unlimited access to allow you to have access to the training anytime 24/7.

Exams Process

Exam Information

You'll sit an exam at a local test centre. We provide interactive quizzes after each module and a mock exam at the end of your course to ensure you're fully prepared for the real thing. Once you've passed with at least 80%, you'll be able to book your exam as a private candidate.

Please NOTE: Exams are not included.

How To Schedule Your Microsoft Exam

  • Go to the Microsoft exam page
  • Select the exam you are looking to take from the list
  • Click the orange button that says 'Schedule with Pearson VUE', you will then be asked to sign in
  • If you already have a Microsoft profile, please sign in here, or if it is the first time you have used this site, please click 'Sign up now'
  • Fill out your details on the registration form and click 'Save and continue'
  • Confirm your details and click 'Submit'
  • You will then be transferred to the 'Pearson VUE' website to select your exam date and complete your booking
  • Then check out using your personal payment details

Got a question about exams? Contact our course advisors by email or by phone on 0203 633 4671. We're happy to help!

Good Luck in your exams!

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Microsoft Excel 2013: Essentials

Overview

Overview 

  • Completion Certificate awarded upon completion to show employers your new skills
  • Free upgrade on to our state of the art platform
  • 12 Months unlimited Access

Microsoft Excel 2013: Essentials 

Microsoft Excel 2013 Essentials shows you the fundamentals of entering data and creating spreadsheets, managing lists of data, creating formulas & functions, formatting worksheets for print and electronic delivery, charting, data analysis, collaborating with others, automating tasks, and more. 

This comprehensive Excel 2013 course uses a hands-on, engaging approach. It’s as though you have one of the best Excel trainers giving you a private lesson, making concepts clear and understandable. Presenter Bob Flisser will show you how to work quickly & efficiently in Excel.

When you finish this course, you won’t just know Excel; you’ll be an Excel rock star, and your co-workers will be jealous. You will know how to create worksheets for different types of tasks, and how to set up calculations used in different fields and professions. You’ll also know how to analyze large amounts of data so they make sense, and how to format worksheets so they look polished. The best part is learning all the shortcuts that save you lots of time.

Course Outline

Chapter 1: GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH EXCEL (51 min)
 
  • If You’re in a Hurry, Use a Template
  • What’s on the Screen
  • File Management Basics
  • Editing the Content & Structure of a Worksheet
  • Creating a Sample Worksheet

Chapter 2: TECHNIQUES FOR EASIER DATA ENTRY (14 min)
 
  • Using Auto Fill
  • Selecting an Area for Faster Data Entry
  • Using Automatic Decimals
  • Using Flash Fill

Chapter 3: MANAGING LISTS WITH EXCEL (42 min)
 
  • Sorting a List of Names & Addresses
  • Formatting & Editing a Table
  • Advanced Filter
  • Finding & Replacing Data
  • Splitting Cells

Chapter 4: Basic Calculations with Formulas (46 min)
 
  • How Do You Write a Formula?
  • Adding, Subtracting & Basic Number Formatting
  • Squaring & Cubing Numbers
  • Absolutely Understand Absolute References
  • Formatting Numbers
  • The Order of Calculations is Critical
  • Joining Cells

Chapter 5: CALCULATING WITH FUNCTIONS (48 min)
 
  • Understanding How Functions Work
  • SUM Function & AutoSum Tool
  • Adding a Whole Worksheet with Just Two Clicks
  • Calculating an Average
  • Finding the Highest, Lowest & Quantity of Values
  • Inserting, Calculating & Formatting Dates
  • Automatic Subtotals
  • Calculations across Worksheets

Chapter 6: FUNCTIONS THAT MAKE DECISIONS (30 min)
 
  • IF: Values that Depend on a Condition
  • SUMIF & AVERAGEIF: Sums & Averages That Depend on a Condition
  • VLOOKUP: Extract Data from a Table

Chapter 7: MATH, STATISTICAL & FINANCIAL FUNCTIONS (39 min)
 
  • Square Roots & Logarithms
  • Correlation, Standard Deviation, Median & Large
  • Calculating Monthly Loan Payments
  • Using Net Present Value to Evaluate an Investment

Chapter 8: FORMATTING WORKSHEETS (72 min)
 
  • Row & Column Size & Cell Alignment
  • Using & Modifying Built-in Styles
  • Analyzing Data with Conditional Formatting
  • Inserting & Modifying Pictures
  • Inserting Pictures from Online Sources
  • Drawing & Modifying Shapes
  • Using Shortcuts to Draw & Modify Shapes
  • Creating Diagrams with SmartArt

Chapter 9: Managing Workbooks (37 min)
 
  • Arranging, Inserting, Moving & Copying Worksheets
  • Freezing Row & Column Titles in Place
  • Repeating Row & Column Titles
  • Hiding & Un-hiding Rows & Columns

Chapter 10: DATA ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES (30 min)
 
  • Goal Seek
  • Creating Scenarios for Multiple What-Ifs
  • Using the Quick Analysis Tool
  • Using the Inquire Add-in to Compare Worksheets

Chapter 11: CREATING CHARTS IN EXCEL (55 min)
 
  • Creating Charts Instantly: Two Methods
  • Creating a Column Chart Manually
  • Creating a Pie Chart Manually
  • Sparklines: Miniature Charts in Cells
  • Setting Up a GeoFlow 3D Map
  • Animating a GeoFlow 3D Map

Chapter 12: PIVOTTABLES & POWER VIEWS (42 min)
 
  • Overview of PivotTables
  • Inserting a Recommended PivotTable
  • Creating a PivotTable Manually
  • Modifying a PivotTable & Filtering with Slicers
  • Creating a PivotChart
  • Creating a Power View Report
 

Chapter 13: PRINTING A WORKSHEET (33 min)
 
  • Print Layout, What Should Fit & How
  • Inserting Headers & Footers
  • Printing & Print Settings

Chapter 14: COLLABORATION (81 min)
 
  • Writing & Editing Comments
  • Creating PDF Documents
  • Importing & Exporting Data
  • Restricting Editing of a Workbook
  • Protecting Workbook Structure, Finalizing & Password Protection
  • Tracking Changes Other People Make to a Workbook
  • Saving a Workbook in SkyDrive, SharePoint, or Dropbox
  • Allowing Others to Modify Your Open Workbook
  • Inviting Others to Share Your Workbook
  • Sharing a Workbook on a Social Network
  • Share Workbooks on the Web with the Excel Button

Chapter 15: AUTOMATING TASKS (31 min)
 
  • Overview of Automation
  • Installing & Using Office Apps
  • Creating Macros by Recording Keystrokes
  • Editing Macros in Visual Basic for Applications

Chapter 16: CUSTOMIZING EXCEL 2013 (24 min)
 
  • Modifying the Ribbon Bar & Quick Access Toolbar
  • Setting Excel’s Options
  • Credits

Who Is This For

This package is designed for any individual wishing to pursue or enhance their career as a Microsoft Engineer.

Our Online Courses is a cost-effective and successful approach for many individuals. It provides a flexible learning method, allowing candidates to schedule learning at a time that suits them and fits in with other commitments; ideal for those who find it difficult to take time away from their workplace. It also allows candidates to work at their own pace, and revisit sections of the course as often as needed, leading to a fuller understanding of all the topics covered.

In addition, there are none of the high costs of travel and accommodation associated with courses at an external venue.

Requirements

Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.

Media

CareerMatch provides industry leading online training courses for individuals and businesses alike.

We build our curriculum using proven educational concepts and sound instructional design principles to create the highest quality courses in the IT training field.

CareerMatch employs only the industry’s best instructors and course developers to create courses and certification preparation materials unrivaled in the marketplace.

With a passion for technology and a focus on being the first company to bring new technology courses to market, CareerMatch strives and succeeds in ALWAYS providing its student with the tools needed to succeed at the highest possible level and raise the benchmark in today’s IT industry.

Career Path

A list of Career Paths you can pursue:

  • 1st Line Support
  • 2nd Line Support
  • 3rd Line Support
  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Database Administrator
  • Database Analyst
  • Database Engineer
  • Database Consultant
  • Network Administrator
  • Exchange Server Administrator
  • Computer Systems Administrator
  • Exchange Recipient Administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • IT Technician
  • IT Engineer
  • IT Support Engineer
  • Desktop Support Technician
  • IT Support Analyst
  • Service Desk Administrator
  • Computer Support Administrator

Image result for job search
Please click the Job Boards below for current vacancies:


Image result for reed.co.uk logo
Image result for totaljob logo
Image result for monster jobs uk
Image result for monster recruitment

Training Features

  • EXPERT INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING

    Our Courseware uses only the industry’s finest instructors. They have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields. Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat or rewind all your lectures. This creates a personal learning experience and gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7.

  • QUIZZES & EXAM SIMULATORS

    Our custom practice exams prepare you for your exams differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. You will have practice quizzes after each module to ensure you are confident on the topic you have completed before proceeding. This will allow you to gauge your effectiveness before moving to the next module in your course. Our Courses also include practice exams designed to replicate and mirror the environment in the testing centre. These exams are on average 100 questions to ensure you are 100% prepared before taking your certification exam.

  • VISUAL DEMONSTRATIONS & MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS

    Our courseware includes instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations that allow students to develop their skills based on real world scenarios explained by the instructor. Our Courseware always focuses on real world scenarios and skill-set development.

  • NAVIGATION & CONTROLS

    Our self-paced training programs are designed in a modular fashion to allow you the flexibility to work with expert level instruction anytime 24/7. All courses are arranged in defined sections with navigation controls allowing you to control the pace of your training. This allows students to learn at their own pace around their schedule.

  • 12 MONTHS UNLIMITED ACCESS

    Each student will have 12 months unlimited access to allow you to have access to the training anytime 24/7.

Exams Process

Exam Information

You'll sit an exam at a local test centre. We provide interactive quizzes after each module and a mock exam at the end of your course to ensure you're fully prepared for the real thing. Once you've passed with at least 80%, you'll be able to book your exam as a private candidate.

Please NOTE: Exams are not included.

How To Schedule Your Microsoft Exam

  • Go to the Microsoft exam page
  • Select the exam you are looking to take from the list
  • Click the orange button that says 'Schedule with Pearson VUE', you will then be asked to sign in
  • If you already have a Microsoft profile, please sign in here, or if it is the first time you have used this site, please click 'Sign up now'
  • Fill out your details on the registration form and click 'Save and continue'
  • Confirm your details and click 'Submit'
  • You will then be transferred to the 'Pearson VUE' website to select your exam date and complete your booking
  • Then check out using your personal payment details

Got a question about exams? Contact our course advisors by email or by phone on 0203 633 4671. We're happy to help!

Good Luck in your exams!

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