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Excel Magic 5: Building Interactive Budgeting Model in Excel 1 Credit

Excel Magic 5: Building Interactive Budgeting Model in Excel 1 Credit

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    4.6
  • Published on

    October, 2024
  • Subject Area

    Computer Software and Applications

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Nov 29, 2024 | 03:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • Analyze how to build interactive Excel budgeting models for real-time changes.
  • Construct PivotTables for efficient reporting and forecasting.
  • Explain how to create editable PivotTables to streamline data input.
  • Discuss and consolidate data from multiple sources using Power Query.
  • Generate integrated reports from actuals, budgets, and forecasts.

Course Overview

Feeling bogged down by budget models that seem like they were designed for another planet? Say goodbye to those clunky, ill-fitting templates! This course is your golden ticket to revolutionizing how your operations team handles budgeting. We'll show you how to craft an interactive Excel budgeting model that lets your team make real-time adjustments—accurately and effortlessly. Picture this: instant updates, precise reports, and a process so smooth you'll wonder if it's magic. Spoiler alert—it's not magic; it's just Excel done right.

We'll kick things off by exploring the three critical environments where forecasts and budgets take shape. Then, you'll roll up your sleeves and tackle six common pain points in budget modeling—yes, we know the headache of balancing operational needs with system-based tools. But don't worry, we're not leaving you hanging! For every challenge, we've got six practical solutions ready to turn your spreadsheets into powerful, adaptable tools. You'll also learn how to harness the power of Excel and Power Query to streamline everything.

Major Topics:

  • Budgeting Environments Comparison
  • Interactive Model Building Techniques
  • Editable PivotTable Construction
  • Power Query for Consolidation
  • Forecast and Budget Integration

By the end of this Excel course, you'll be the Excel wizard your team didn't know they needed. Armed with your new skills, you'll transform those bland, static budget reports into dynamic, interactive models that everyone on your team will love. It's time to see Excel in a whole new light and finally make your budgeting process work for you.

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  • 1 CPE Credit of Computer Software and Applications for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1 General Credit of Computer Software and Applications for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1 CPD Credit of Computer Software and Applications for CPA in Canada
  • 1 CPE Credit of Computer Software and Applications for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • 1 CPE Credit for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
  • 1 CPD Credit for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • 1 CPD Credit for Chartered Accountant - ICAEW
  • 1 CE Credit for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Computer Software and Applications for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
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Additional Information

Credits

1

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Lenny Wu was a Lecturer at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. He also sat as an Examiner for the International English Language Testing System (or IELTS) in the 1990s. On top of these, he is an exam trainer for various high profile exams, such as GRE (or Graduate Record Examination), GMAT (or Graduate Management Admission Test), TOEFL (or Test of English as a Foreign Language),  and math contests such as Euler, Gauss and Pascal. He has published books on test taking strategies.

Lenny received his MBA, Finance from The George Washington University in Washington, DC, USA, and currently is a Senior Financial Analyst with an international engineering company in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Lenny's motto at work is "Don’t work hard, work smart". Lenny has passion in teaching how to build your own "robot" into everyday office work. He has over over 22 years working with Microsoft Excel, and he is a modeling expert in Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI.

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How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

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

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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How do I earn credits through live webinars?

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.

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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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To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

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After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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CM

Craig Mcbeth, CPA (US)

Great presentation. I learned a lot and could see multiple uses in my current position,

DH

David Howarth, CPA (US)

Very insightful

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