Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Advanced Excel for Business    

Course ID:   260105 0106 001ESH

Course Dates :          05/01/2026             Course Duration :   5   Studying Day/s   Course Location: London,   United Kingdom

Language:  Bilingual

Course Category:  Computer Science Programmes

Course Subcategories:

Advanced Excel & Modelling Business Applications Digital Transformation Information Systems Programming & Development Technology for Business

Course Certified By:  ESHub CPD & LondonUni - Executive Management Training

* Professional Training and CPD Programs

Certification Will Be Issued:  From London, United Kingdom


Course Fees:  £3,950.00

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Introduction

This course focuses on practical Excel skills used in real business work.

Participants learn how to manage data, analyze results, and automate tasks.

The course is hands-on and business-focused.

No theory for the sake of theory.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Work efficiently with large business datasets
Use advanced formulas to solve real problems
Build clear and reliable reports
Analyze data to support decisions
Automate routine tasks in Excel
Reduce errors and save time
Present data in a professional format

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for:

Business managers and supervisors

Finance and accounting staff

Data and reporting officers

Operations and administration teams

Sales and marketing analysts

Anyone using Excel daily at work

Basic Excel knowledge is required.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Course Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Week 1

1. Advanced Formulas and Functions
Logical and nested functions
Lookup functions (XLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH)
Text and date functions
Error handling and validation

2. Data Management and Cleaning
Structuring business data
Data validation rules
Removing duplicates and inconsistencies
Preparing data for analysis

3. Data Analysis and Business Insights
Pivot tables and pivot charts
Advanced filtering and sorting
Scenario analysis
What-if analysis

4. Dashboards and Reporting
Designing business dashboards
Charts for management reports
Dynamic reports with slicers
Best practices for clarity and accuracy

5. Automation and Productivity
Conditional formatting for monitoring
Introduction to macros
Automating repetitive tasks
Improving speed and workflow

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

This course focuses on practical Excel skills used in real business work.

Participants learn how to manage data, analyze results, and automate tasks.

The course is hands-on and business-focused.

No theory for the sake of theory.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Work efficiently with large business datasets
Use advanced formulas to solve real problems
Build clear and reliable reports
Analyze data to support decisions
Automate routine tasks in Excel
Reduce errors and save time
Present data in a professional format

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

Business managers and supervisors

Finance and accounting staff

Data and reporting officers

Operations and administration teams

Sales and marketing analysts

Anyone using Excel daily at work

Basic Excel knowledge is required.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Course Outlines

Week 1
1. Advanced Formulas and Functions
Logical and nested functions
Lookup functions (XLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH)
Text and date functions
Error handling and validation

2. Data Management and Cleaning
Structuring business data
Data validation rules
Removing duplicates and inconsistencies
Preparing data for analysis

3. Data Analysis and Business Insights
Pivot tables and pivot charts
Advanced filtering and sorting
Scenario analysis
What-if analysis

4. Dashboards and Reporting
Designing business dashboards
Charts for management reports
Dynamic reports with slicers
Best practices for clarity and accuracy

5. Automation and Productivity
Conditional formatting for monitoring
Introduction to macros
Automating repetitive tasks
Improving speed and workflow