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11 Timesaving Worksheet Functions 1.5 Credits

Nov 21, 2024, 11:00 AM ET

11 Timesaving Worksheet Functions 1.5 Credits

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Nov 21, 2024, 11:00 AM ET

Learning Objective

  • To define the arguments used in the VLOOKUP function.
  • To recall the character to use with SUMPRODUCT to separate criteria arguments when using the function to sum or count values.
  • To identify how the SUMIFS function returns if a match cannot be found.

Course Overview

Microsoft Excel offers hundreds of worksheet functions, so how do you know which ones can save you time? In this webinar, Excel expert David H. Ringstrom, CPA, has chosen a selection of worksheet functions that will help you work more efficiently. 

David demonstrates every technique at least twice in this online CPE course: first, on a PowerPoint slide with numbered steps, and second, in the Microsoft 365 version of Excel. David draws your attention to any differences in the older versions of Excel (2019, 2016, 2013, and earlier) during the presentation as well as in his detailed handouts. David also provides an Excel workbook that includes most of the examples he uses during the online CPE Excel webinar.

  • You will learn how to make decisions with the IF function or streamline complex decision-making with IFS. 
  • Identify the largest or smallest number from a list, either specifically or based upon criteria. 
  • Lookup functions such as VLOOKUP can save significant amounts of time, but you can go further with functions like SUMIF, SUMFS, SUMPRODUCT, and XLOOKUP.
  • Microsoft 365 is a subscription-based product that provides new feature updates as often as monthly. Conversely, the perpetual licensed versions of Excel have feature sets that don’t change. Perpetual licensed versions have year numbers, such as Excel 2019, Excel 2016, and so on.

Topics covered in this online Excel CPE webinar are:

  • Comparing the MIN, SMALL, MAX, and LARGE functions.
  • Comparing two cells directly to return TRUE or FALSE if they’re the same or not without using IF.
  • Diagnosing #N/A errors that arise when numbers are stored as text or when text contains extraneous spaces.
  • Discovering the capabilities of the SUMPRODUCT function for calculating payroll and other amounts.
  • Employing the SUMIF function to sum values related to multiple instances of criteria you specify.
  • Crucial aspects of SUMIF, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, MAXIFS, MINIFS, and IF Functions.

This Excel CPE Webinar is useful for all tax practitioners, Accountants, and CPAs to apply Excel functions in their practice that save their time without affecting accuracy.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Computer Software and Applications for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Computer Software and Applications for CPA in Canada 1.5 CPD Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1.5 CPD Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1.5 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1.5 CPD Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 1.5 CE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Computer Software and Applications for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Computer Software and Applications for CPA in Canada 1.5 CPD Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1.5 CPD Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Computer Software and Applications for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1.5 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1.5 CPD Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 1.5 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

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Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

David Ringstrom -CE/CPE Courses for Accountant, CPAs & more

David Ringstrom , CPA (US)

President, EXCEL Accountant

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I own an Atlanta-based training and consulting firm that helps businesses nationwide streamline accounting challenges. Our specialties include:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access
  • Sage 50/Peachtree Accounting
  • QuickBooks

Our services include training, technical support, accounting automation, and problem solving. I have spoken at conferences or meetings for these organizations:

  • National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
  • Institute of Real Estate Managers
  • Georgia Society of CPAs
  • South Carolina Society of CPAs
  • Georgia Government Finance Officers Association
  • Atlanta chapter, American Society of Women CPAs
  • Perimeter Chapter, Georgia Society of CPAs

I teach over 200 live webinars annually on Microsoft Excel across roughly two-dozen training providers. I am available for in-house training or select conference engagements as well.

I am the co-author of Idiot's Guide to Introductory Accounting. I've published hundreds of freelance articles on various topics, including Lotus 1-2-3, Quattro Pro, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Accounting, QuickBooks, Peachtree Accounting, and more.

I serve as the technical editor for several books in Wiley's Dummies series, including QuickBooks for Dummies, Quicken for Dummies, Peachtree for Dummies, and more.

Specialties: Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic for Applications, Sage 50, Peachtree Accounting, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Accounting, freelance writing, training, business consulting

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A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

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To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

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I was not familar with conditional formating. I don't think it was available in the early versions of Excel, i.e., pre 2003. Great tool and it makes the spreadsheet so much easier to read. If you work with spreadsheets, you need this course. I had a great experience. I would say a detailed excel conditional formatting course with practical practice files.

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Gregory Haas, Others

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Very well presented course. I learned several new things about Excel. Instructor did an excellent job of presenting material in an easy to understand fashion and at a pace that allowed you to keep up and take notes. He also answered questions and went back over material if someone said they did not fully understand or needed clarification. Well done.

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