Excel Dashboards: Turn Data into Decisions

Picture this: You're surrounded by endless rows of data, hunting for meaning and struggling to communicate your findings. You know the answers are in there -- you just need a better way to show them. That's where Excel Dashboards come in. In this class, you'll explore how to design dashboards that cut through the noise, reveal trends at a glance, and engage your audience with data that speaks for itself.

In this class, you will be getting the opportunity to: 
Transform Complexity into Clarity: Discover the art of distilling vast amounts of information into intuitive, visual dashboards highlighting key trends and metrics. No more confusion, just clear insights that empower your decision-making.

Make Decisions with Confidence: Equip yourself with real-time data insights that allow you to act swiftly and decisively.

Save Time and Eliminate Errors: Automate your processes and create interactive dashboards that update in real-time, freeing you to focus on what truly matters - analysis and strategy.

Communicate Like a Pro: Discover skills to present your findings in a compelling way that resonates with stakeholders. Present your insights in a way that people can understand and act upon.

Elevate Your Skill Set: Bring invaluable data visualization skills to your arsenal.

Course Objectives
- Understand the purpose and types of dashboards
- Apply data preparation techniques
- Apply core Excel analysis tools
- Analyze visual options to represent data effectively
- Create interactive dashboard components
- Apply and evaluate formatting to emphasize key metrics
- Apply dynamic update methods
- Evaluate and apply best practices in dashboard design
 

Course Topics:
1. Introduction to Dashboards: Unlock the potential of dashboards and understand their various types.

2. Data Preparation and Cleaning: Become familiar with importing, cleaning, and organizing data for maximum impact.

3. Data Analysis Tools and Techniques: Use formulas, functions, and PivotTables to analyze data effectively.

4. Creating Dynamic Charts and Visuals: Explore how to select and design the perfect charts that tell your data's story.

5. Building Interactive Dashboards: Incorporate engaging elements like slicers and timelines to enhance user experience.

6. Highlighting Key Trends and Metrics: Use conditional formatting and visual cues to draw attention to what matters most.

7. Real-Time Updates: Implement techniques for dynamic dashboards that reflect the latest data.

8. Best Practices for Dashboard Design: Discover design principles that ensure clarity and effectiveness.

9. Hands-On Practice with Real-World Data Sets: Apply your skills to practical projects that mirror real-world challenges.

This class will help you unlock the true power of your data. Whether you¿re a savvy admin professional, analyst, or someone eager to enhance your data skills, this course will show best practices to create dashboards that communicate and inspire action.