Mastering Charts & Graphs in Excel
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What You'll Learn in Mastering Charts & Graphs in Excel
Course Length
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be comfortable with applying best practices to considerably improve the design of your Excel charts, as well as apply simple and creative techniques to create more powerful data visualizations.
Target Student
All Excel users who want to significantly improve their Excel reports to create more powerful visualizations that communicate information in the best possible manner.
Course Outline
Excel offers a large number of charts and graphing tools that complement its data analysis toolset. Mastering Charts in Excel will introduce you to the key principles of data visualizations as well as explore Excel’s custom tools like formatting options and custom templates. From there we’ll review over 20 different chart types like Pies, Columns, and Line Charts as well as more advanced options like Histograms, Waterfalls, and even Geospatial Heat Maps.
- Understand the Key Principles of Data Visualizations
- Learn Data Visualization Best Practices
- Customize Charts in Excel
- Chart Elements, Layouts, Colours, and Styles
- Chart Formatting Options
- Change Chart Types
- Adjust Axis Options
- Explore the Differences in the Effectiveness of Excel Chart Types
- Create, Modify, and Apply Chart Templates
- Master Basic Charts and Graphs
- Bar and Column Charts
- Line Charts and Trendlines
- Combo Charts
- Pie and Donut Charts
- Histograms and Pareto Charts
- Area Charts
- Scatter Plots
- Bubble Charts
- Box and Whisker Charts
- Tree Maps and Sunburst Charts
- Waterfall Charts
- Radar Charts
- Funnel Charts
- Stock Charts
- Heat Maps
- Surface and Contour Charts
- Geospatial Maps (Power Map Introduction)
- Sparklines
Delivered by Great Canadian Training
Mastering Charts & Graphs in Excel
Upcoming Classes
All Public classes are held onlinewith a live instructor
| Dates | Price | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET | $425.00 Online | |
| July 24, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET | $425.00 Online | |
| October 23, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET | $425.00 Online |
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All of our courses include
PDF Reference Guide
Want a summary of what you’ve learned? Save paper and use your PDF Reference Guide, accessible on any of your devices.
Certificate of Completion
Boost your credentials with a Certificate of Completion, confirming the skills you’ve acquired with us.
24/7 After-Training Support
Receive a 30-day after-training support voucher, offering assistance as you apply your new skills on the job. Need help with a specific step? We’re here to provide extra support and clarity even after you’ve left the class!
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Printed Reference Guide
While we love technology, we understand that there is something about having a paper copy. Add a printed reference guide to your training, which we will have shipped to your location.
Extended After-Training Support
Extend your support beyond the standard 30 days for ongoing assistance.
Upskilling
You’ve learned how to effectively and efficiently use Mastering Charts & Graphs in Excel - now you can stay up to date! Book your Upskilling Workshop now and save for when you want to fill in the gaps and explore Microsoft’s latest tools and features.
Can I customize my course?
OF COURSE!
Customized to meet your unique needs
We can customize your training to fit your exact needs, whether it's making small adjustments or creating entirely new courses. From setting specific objectives and including your own files to addressing unique challenges, we're here to help. We can even tailor the training to align more closely with how you work and to fit perfectly into your schedule. Our goal is to provide training that's as unique as your goals.
Use your own files instead of our exercise files
You can opt to use your working files in your private training sessions (instead of our standard exercise files). This allows you to see how the lessons apply directly to your day-to-day role and get work done while you train—a true win-win!
Access to your recorded session for 60 days
You can request your private session be recorded. You can have access for 60 days to revisit what you’ve learned.