MS Excel Cook book

1. Quick Introduction

1.1 Overview of Excel’s Importance

1.2 Navigating the Excel Interface

1.3 Setting the Stage for Efficient Excel Use

2. Useful Tools

2.1 Essential Excel Tools and Features

2.2 Keyboard Shortcuts for Increased Productivity

2.3 Customizing Excel for Your Needs

3. Best Practices That Will Make a Difference

3.1 Efficient Data Entry Techniques

3.2 Organizing and Naming Cells/Sheets

3.3 Ensuring Data Accuracy and Integrity

4. Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Functions

4.1 Introduction to Basic Excel Functions

4.2 Intermediate-Level Functions for Data Manipulation

4.3 Advanced Functions for Complex Data Analysis

5. Financial Function in Excel

5.1 Overview of Financial Functions

5.2 Applying Financial Functions in Business Scenarios

5.3 Solving Financial Problems with Excel

6. Practical Exercise “Build a P&L From Scratch”

6.1 Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Profit and Loss Statement

6.2 Analyzing and Interpreting P&L Data

6.3 Troubleshooting Common P&L Issues

7. Building Professional Charts in Excel

7.1 Creating Clear and Impactful Charts

7.2 Choosing the Right Chart Type for Your Data

7.3 Enhancing Charts for Presentation

8. Creating Professional Charts in Excel

8.1 Advanced Charting Techniques

8.2 Adding Trendlines and Annotations

8.3 Customizing Charts for Professional Reports

9. Working in Pivot Tables in Excel

9.1 Introduction to Pivot Tables

9.2 Building Pivot Tables for Data Analysis

9.3 Using Filters and Sorting in Pivot Tables

10. Pivot Tables & Slicer – World-Class Financial Reporting

10.1 Integrating Slicers for User-Friendly Reporting

10.2 Advanced Techniques for Financial Reporting

10.3 Automating Reporting with Pivot Tables and Slicers

11. Building a Complete 3-statement Model

11.1 Understanding the Components of a 3-Statement Model

11.2 Building Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement

11.3 Validating and Auditing the 3-Statement Model

12. Let’s Build a Flexible Model with Multiple Scenarios

12.1 Introduction to Scenario Analysis

12.2 Creating a Flexible Model to Handle Multiple Scenarios

12.3 Interpreting Results and Making Informed Decisions

13. Completing the 3-Statement Model

13.1 Finalizing and Presenting the Comprehensive Model

13.2 Addressing Common Challenges in Model Completion

13.3 Tips for Model Maintenance and Updates

14. Business Analysis in Excel

14.1 Leveraging Excel for Comprehensive Business Analysis

14.2 Applying Analytical Techniques to Solve Business Problems

14.3 Reporting and Communicating Results Effectively