Unleashing Productivity with Advanced Excel Techniques for Project Managers" is a 60-minute session meticulously designed for technical project/program managers looking to significantly enhance their Excel skills and extract the maximum potential of this versatile tool.
Excel, a staple in most workplaces, is especially essential in the realm of project management, where organization, data analysis, and effective communication are keys to success. This talk will focus on advanced Excel features particularly useful for technical project/program managers, providing a detailed understanding and practical examples for immediate implementation.

We will start the session with a brief overview of basic Excel functionalities, emphasizing their importance in project management scenarios. As we progress, we will gradually uncover more complex features - conditional formatting, data validation, pivot tables, lookup functions (VLOOKUP and HLOOKUP), what-if analysis tools, and macros - to name a few.

Furthermore, we will explore the underutilized Excel features like power query, power pivot, and DAX formulas to help you manage and analyze large data sets. We'll also uncover how to create interactive dashboards for effective project reporting, data visualization techniques to simplify complex data sets, and formula-based strategies to automate your regular tasks.

The session will have real-world examples, exercises, and Q&A opportunities to ensure an immersive and engaging learning experience. By the end of this session, participants will be able to streamline their project management processes, increase efficiency, and improve their overall productivity using Excel.

Whether you're just starting your journey with Excel or looking to fine-tune your expertise, this masterclass will provide practical, actionable tips to elevate your project management game. It's time to make Excel work harder so you don't have to!

In this dynamic 60-minute session, delve into a treasure trove of powerful Excel tips and tricks curated explicitly for technical project/program managers. Transform your data management and project coordination approach, improving your productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.