Course Syllabus
Comprehensive Excel Dashboard Syllabus
- Module 1: Foundations of Dashboard Design
- Definition and purpose of dashboards.
- Defining KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and metrics.
- Data cleaning and structuring techniques for dashboard compatibility.
- Planning layout and wireframing for optimal user experience.
- Module 2: Data Analysis & Visualization (Pivot Tables & Charts)
- Creating and managing PivotTables.
- Inserting and customizing PivotCharts: Bar, Line, Pie, and Map charts.
- Formatting charts: Removing gridlines, adding data labels, and changing color themes.
- Using Sparklines for in-cell trend visualization.
- Module 3: Interactivity & Interconnectivity
- Inserting Slicers and Timelines for interactive filtering.
- Connecting slicers to multiple pivot tables (Report Connections).
- Creating interactive form controls (combo boxes, check boxes).
- Module 4: Advanced Dashboarding Features
- Creating Dynamic Titles and Headlines using formula linking.
- Advanced formulas for dynamic data analysis.
- Using VBA for automating chart updates and interactivity.
- Module 5: Finalization & Distribution
- Applying custom color themes and layout design.
- Protecting, locking, and unlocking dashboard elements.
- Sharing options: PDF, Excel, or interactive web views.