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Course Outline

1. Introduction to Google Sheets

  • Overview of Google Sheets and the Google Workspace ecosystem
  • Advantages of cloud-based spreadsheet solutions
  • Navigating Google Sheets via a web browser
  • Familiarisation with the Google Sheets interface
  • Initiating new spreadsheets:
    • Blank documents
    • Pre-defined templates
    • Importing existing files
  • Navigating sheets, rows, columns, and cells
  • Managing multiple worksheets simultaneously

2. Data Management in Google Sheets

  • Entering and editing data
  • Handling various data types:
    • Text
    • Numerical values
    • Dates
    • Currency
    • Percentages
  • Importing data from external sources
  • Copying, moving, and organising data
  • Sorting and filtering information
  • Establishing filter views
  • Eliminating duplicate entries
  • Locating and replacing data
  • Data validation techniques and dropdown lists

3. Formatting Google Sheets Spreadsheets

  • Applying fundamental formatting
  • Formatting cells, rows, and columns
  • Number formatting options
  • Conditional formatting rules
  • Utilising themes and styles
  • Designing professional spreadsheet layouts
  • Freezing rows and columns for visibility
  • Protecting ranges and entire sheets
  • Preparing spreadsheets for printing and distribution

4. Fundamentals of Formulas and Functions

  • Understanding formulas within Google Sheets
  • Constructing basic calculations
  • Utilising cell references:
    • Relative references
    • Absolute references
    • Mixed references
  • Working with common functions:
    • SUM
    • AVERAGE
    • COUNT
    • MIN and MAX
    • IF statements
  • Employing text functions
  • Handling date and time functions
  • Error handling within formulas

5. Advanced Functions and Data Analysis

  • Logical functions
  • Lookup functions:
    • VLOOKUP
    • XLOOKUP
    • INDEX and MATCH
  • Conditional calculations:
    • SUMIF
    • SUMIFS
    • COUNTIF
    • COUNTIFS
  • Working with arrays
  • Utilising named ranges
  • Constructing dynamic calculations
  • Analyzing structured datasets

6. Creating Charts and Visualizing Data

  • Selecting the appropriate chart type
  • Generating charts within Google Sheets
  • Customising chart aesthetics
  • Working with:
    • Column charts
    • Bar charts
    • Line charts
    • Pie charts
    • Scatter charts
  • Adding 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
  • Managing access settings
  • Engaging in real-time collaboration
  • Utilising comments and mentions
  • Assigning action items
  • Tracking changes
  • Utilising version history to restore previous versions

8. Advanced Collaboration and Productivity Features

  • Leveraging Google Workspace integrations
  • Linking data between different spreadsheets
  • Integrating Google Forms with Sheets
  • Automating workflows using simple tools
  • Utilising notifications and alerts
  • Adhering to best practices for team-based spreadsheet management

9. Business Challenge Workshop

  • Constructing a business-focused spreadsheet from a real-world scenario
  • Importing and cleaning business data
  • Applying formulas and functions
  • Creating charts and summaries
  • Sharing the spreadsheet with collaborators
  • Applying protection and collaboration settings
  • Presenting results and insights

10. Summary and Best Practices

  • Review of key Google Sheets features
  • Best practices for spreadsheet organisation
  • Techniques for ensuring data accuracy and quality
  • Efficient collaboration workflows
  • Recommended resources for continued learning

Requirements

None

Audience

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