This one-day intensive course, "Excel with AI," is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and techniques with Excel for enhanced data analysis, automation, and decision-making. Excel, a staple tool for data management, gains unprecedented capabilities when combined with AI, helping users perform tasks like predictive analysis, data cleaning, and workflow automation more efficiently. Participants will learn hands-on applications of AI in Excel, including automation with AI tools, machine learning-based forecasting, and intelligent data analysis.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand how AI and Excel can be integrated for advanced data analysis.

2. Explore practical AI tools available in Excel, such as Power Query, Power BI, and AI-powered add-ins.

3. Use AI for data cleaning, predictive analytics, and automation of repetitive tasks.

4. Learn basic machine learning techniques that can be applied within Excel for predictive analysis.

5. Apply AI-driven decision-making to real-world business scenarios.

6. Enhance productivity and workflow automation by leveraging AI in Excel.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

1. Business professionals looking to enhance their Excel skills with AI-driven features for better data insights.

2. Data analysts who want to explore how AI can automate routine tasks and improve data analysis.

3. Project managers seeking to automate reporting and forecasting tasks.

4. Financial analysts interested in learning how to use AI for predictive models and financial forecasting.

5. Entrepreneurs and startups aiming to leverage Excel and AI for better decision-making without the need for expensive software.

Module 1: Introduction to AI in Excel

• Overview of AI and its relevance in Excel.

• AI-powered features and tools in Excel.

  • Power Query & Power BI.

  • Excel's AI and machine learning add-ins.

• Hands-on: Setting up AI tools in Excel.

Module 2: Automating Repetitive Tasks with Excel and AI

• Introduction to Excel's built-in AI tools for automation.

  • Data entry automation (Flash Fill).

  • Automating data transformations with Power Query.

• Introduction to Microsoft Power Automate and its integration with Excel.

• Hands-on: Creating automated workflows for repetitive tasks.

Module 3: Data Cleaning and Preparation Using AI

• Using AI in Excel for data cleaning (removing duplicates, identifying missing data).

• Using Power Query’s AI-powered transformations.

• Hands-on: Cleaning and organizing data with Excel’s AI capabilities.

Module 4: Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning in Excel

• Basics of machine learning and its applications in Excel.

  • Forecasting and trend analysis.

  • Predictive models using Excel and Power BI.

• Hands-on: Building a simple forecasting model using Excel.

Module 5: AI-Driven Data Analysis and Visualization

• Introduction to Excel's AI-powered data analysis tools (e.g., Insights, Power BI integration).

• Using Power BI for advanced data visualization.

• Hands-on: Creating AI-driven dashboards and reports.

Module 6: Enhancing Decision Making with AI

• AI for scenario analysis and "what-if" simulations in Excel.

• Introduction to Excel's decision-making tools.

• Hands-on: Applying AI-driven decision tools to a business case.

Module 7: Workflow Automation with AI in Excel

• Automating Excel tasks with Power Automate and AI.

• Building workflows that connect Excel with other applications using AI.

• Hands-on: Creating automated workflows for reporting and analysis.

Conclusion and Q&A

• Recap of key concepts and tools.

• Open floor Q&A to discuss specific use cases or challenges participants may have.

• Suggestions for further learning and resources.