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 Duration 7 hours

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Google Sheets

  • Overview of Google Sheets and Google Workspace
  • Advantages of cloud-based spreadsheet solutions
  • Accessing Google Sheets via web browser
  • Familiarizing with the Google Sheets interface
  • Creating new spreadsheets:
    • Starting from a blank sheet
    • Utilizing templates
    • Importing existing files
  • Navigating sheets, rows, columns, and cells
  • Managing multiple worksheets

2. Managing Data in Google Sheets

  • Inputting and modifying data
  • Handling various data types:
    • Text
    • Numbers
    • Dates
    • Currency
    • Percentages
  • Importing data from external sources
  • Copying, moving, and structuring data
  • Sorting and filtering information
  • Creating filter views
  • Eliminating duplicates
  • Locating and substituting data
  • Implementing data validation and dropdown lists

3. Formatting Google Sheets Spreadsheets

  • Applying standard formatting
  • Styling cells, rows, and columns
  • Configuring number formats
  • Implementing conditional formatting
  • Utilizing themes and styles
  • Designing professional spreadsheet layouts
  • Fixing rows and columns in view
  • Safeguarding ranges and sheets
  • Optimizing spreadsheets for printing and distribution

4. Formulas and Functions Fundamentals

  • Comprehending formulas in Google Sheets
  • Performing basic calculations
  • Applying cell references:
    • Relative references
    • Absolute references
    • Mixed references
  • Utilizing common functions:
    • SUM
    • AVERAGE
    • COUNT
    • MIN and MAX
    • IF statements
  • Employing text functions
  • Using date and time functions
  • Managing errors in formulas

5. Advanced Functions and Data Analysis

  • Applying logical functions
  • Using lookup functions:
    • VLOOKUP
    • XLOOKUP
    • INDEX and MATCH
  • Performing conditional calculations:
    • SUMIF
    • SUMIFS
    • COUNTIF
    • COUNTIFS
  • Working with arrays
  • Utilizing named ranges
  • Building dynamic calculations
  • Analyzing structured datasets

6. Creating Charts and Visualizing Data

  • Selecting appropriate chart types
  • Generating charts in Google Sheets
  • Customizing chart aesthetics
  • Working with specific chart types:
    • Column charts
    • Bar charts
    • Line charts
    • Pie charts
    • Scatter charts
  • Inserting labels and annotations
  • Building dashboards using charts
  • Visually presenting spreadsheet insights

7. Sharing and Collaborating in Google Sheets

  • Sharing spreadsheets with individuals and groups
  • Understanding permission levels:
    • Viewer
    • Commenter
    • Editor
  • Configuring access settings
  • Engaging in real-time collaboration
  • Utilizing comments and mentions
  • Assigning action items
  • Monitoring changes
  • Accessing version history and restoring previous versions

8. Advanced Collaboration and Productivity Features

  • Leveraging Google Workspace integrations
  • Linking data across spreadsheets
  • Integrating Google Forms with Sheets
  • Streamlining workflows with simple automation tools
  • Setting up notifications and alerts
  • Adopting best practices for team-based spreadsheet management

9. Business Challenge Workshop

  • Developing a business spreadsheet based on a real-world scenario
  • Importing and cleaning business data
  • Applying formulas and functions
  • Generating charts and summaries
  • Sharing the spreadsheet with collaborators
  • Applying protection and collaboration settings
  • Presenting results and insights

10. Summary and Best Practices

  • Reviewing key Google Sheets features
  • Best practices for spreadsheet organization
  • Techniques for ensuring data accuracy and quality
  • Optimizing collaboration workflows
  • Recommended resources for continued learning

Requirements

No prior experience required.

Target Audience

  • Team leaders, managers, HR Business Partners, project managers, and mentors.

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