Self-Study: Surgent's Finding Errors in Excel Spreadsheets

Overview

This intensive two-hour course addresses the critical need for accuracy and efficiency when developing spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Recognizing that even minor errors can have significant implications, this course delves deep into strategies and skills required to detect and correct errors in Excel. By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of how to efficiently identify and correct errors in Excel spreadsheets, enhancing their overall productivity and accuracy in their professional roles.

Highlights

Common Excel errors, including formula errors, reference errors, and logic errors
Advanced Excel functions and formulas that are crucial for error detection and data analysis
Data validation techniques, including setting up data validation rules and using conditional formatting to highlight potential inaccuracies
Error tracing and auditing tools, including Trace Precedents, Trace Dependents, and the Error Checking tool

Prerequisites

A comprehensive working knowledge of Excel

Designed For

Anyone who uses Excel extensively in their work, especially those involved in financial analysis, reporting, auditing, or any role where accuracy and efficiency in handling Excel spreadsheets are paramount

Objectives

Apply advanced Excel auditing tools, such as Trace Precedents, Trace Dependents, and the Error Checking feature, to effectively identify and rectify complex errors in financial spreadsheets
Analyze and interpret common error messages and anomalies in Excel, enabling the ability to diagnose underlying issues in spreadsheet formulas and data inputs
Distinguish between different types of Excel errors, including formula errors, reference errors, and logic errors to implement targeted corrective actions for enhanced spreadsheet accuracy and reliability