{"product_id":"2718899_acca-learning","title":"MS Excel practical applications","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout this course\u003c\/h2\u003eThis practical course is designed to equip learners with hands-on skills in Microsoft Excel, tailored specifically for real-world business and accounting scenarios. Whether you are managing budgets, tracking inventory, performing basic costing, or preparing bookkeeping records, each module in this course focuses on building functional Excel models that mirror everyday professional tasks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCovering essential tools such as form design, slicers, variance analysis, and bookkeeping templates, the content emphasises practical application over theory. Ideal for finance professionals, small business owners, and aspiring Excel users, this course will empower you to use Excel not just as a spreadsheet tool, but as a powerful engine for data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy completing this course, you will understand how to:\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"htmlEditor-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreate data entry forms in Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecustomise slicer styles, layout, and interaction options to enhance data presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaccurately allocate overheads using absorption rates and create effective visual aids like bar-of-pie charts to communicate cost structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapply key Excel functions like VLOOKUP, IF, and SUMIFS to dynamically compute and analyse inventory data across different conditions and store locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edevelop visually insightful BVA dashboards, using conditional formatting, pie charts, and logic-based indicators for management reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapply formatting, validation, and linking techniques to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy in financial records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eModules included in this course\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"htmlEditor-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigning a form in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing slicers in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic costing in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic inventory management in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget vs actual (BvA) analysis in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic bookkeeping in MS Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eKey information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\"htmlEditor-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis course consists of multiple modules and units. Each module includes video lectures, reading materials, quizzes and practical examples to enhance your understanding. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCPD certificate is available upon successful completion of the course. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCourse produced by Learnsignal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"ACCA Learnsignal joint logo\" src=\"${PICTURE_CONTEXT_PATH}ckeditor_uploads\/ACCA_learnsignal_sml_3179876.jpg\" style=\"margin: 5.0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"acca-learning","offers":[{"title":"Standard price \/ 0","offer_id":47598696202491,"sku":"100184","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Students \/ 110169","offer_id":47598696235259,"sku":"100184","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Members \/ 110167","offer_id":47598696268027,"sku":"100184","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Continuous learners \/ 3","offer_id":47598696300795,"sku":"100184","price":229.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6057\/4115\/files\/lsg_excel_practical_2718937.jpg?v=1780722225","url":"https:\/\/acca-learning.myshopify.com\/products\/2718899_acca-learning","provider":"acca-learning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}