Course Description

New for 2012!

Everyone knows that you can create charts in Excel and PowerPoint. But do you know that you can also create charts in Word? Or that you can create charts which allow users to self-filter the data displayed? Or how to create “mixed” charts, such as one that combines a line chart and a column chart? Or how to create a PivotChart? In this four-hour course, you will learn how to move past the basics of charting in Microsoft Office and how to create compelling and captivating charts to help communicate your message more effectively.

Course Information

CPE Credit: Recommended for 4 hours Specialized Knowledge and Applications

Instructional delivery method: Group-live demo and discussion using color computer projection – NOT a hands-on course

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of computer operations and Microsoft Office applications

Program level: Intermediate

Advanced preparation: None

Designed for: Microsoft Office users seeking to use charts as effective communication tools

Who should attend: Accounting, financial, and business professionals desiring to create compelling and captivating charts in Microsoft Office

Course Highlights

• Recognize which type of chart is appropriate for specific circumstances
• Generate standard charts in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Modify formatting on individual chart elements, including chart axes, gridlines, and titles
• Describe the process for creating custom charts such as thermometer charts, bullet graphs, tachometer charts and saving these as chart templates for future use
• Utilize macros as a means for creating drill-down charts

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