Mastering Excel: Unleashing the Power of Forecasting

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Ethan Smith

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1. Introduction

1. Welcome Message.mp4

01:05

2. Exploring Time Series Data, Patterns, Trends, and Seasonality

1. Introducing Time Series Data.mp4

03:38

2. Exploring Data Visualization in Excel.mp4

03:01

3.1 S2 Exercise 1 Solution.xlsx

3.2 S2 Exercise 1.xlsx

3. Exercise 1 Plotting Data in Excel.mp4

04:15

4.1 S2 Exercise 2 Solution.xlsx

4. Exercise 2 Exploring Excel Chart Options.mp4

05:34

5. Understanding Trends.mp4

05:54

6.1 S2 Exercise 3 Solution.xlsx

6.2 S2 Exercise 3.xlsx

6. Exercise 3 Adding Trendlines to Time Series Plots.mp4

02:54

7. Section 2 Quiz.html

3. Understanding Seasonality, Noise, and Irregular Functions

1. Understanding Seasonality.mp4

02:27

2.1 S3 Exercise 4 Solution.xlsx

2.2 S3 Exercise 4.xlsx

2. Exercise 4 Applying Moving Average Trendline for Time Series Analysis.mp4

02:08

3. Understanding Noise and Irregular Fluctuations.mp4

03:15

4. Section 3 Quiz.html

4. Techniques and Tools for Forecasting

1. Forecasting with Equations.mp4

05:48

2.1 S4 Exercise 5 Solution.xlsx

2.2 S4 Exercise 5.xlsx

2. Exercise 5 Forecasting with Equations in Excel.mp4

05:36

3.1 S4 Forecast Sheet Demo.xlsx

3. Utilizing the Excel Forecasting Tool.mp4

04:08

4. Advanced Forecasting with the Excel ETS Function.mp4

03:00

5. Exercise 6 Implementing Forecast.ETS.mp4

04:59

6. Section 4 Quiz.html

5. Forecasting Accuracy Measures in Excel

1. Evaluating Forecasting Errors and Accuracy.mp4

02:11

2.1 S5 Exercise 7 Solution.xlsx

2.2 S5 Exercise 7.xlsx

2. Exercise 7 Calculating Error in Excel.mp4

02:26

3. Assessing Forecast Accuracy with MAE.mp4

03:29

4.1 S5 Exercise 8 Solution.xlsx

4. Exercise 8 Calculating MAE in Excel.mp4

01:21

5. Analyzing Forecast Error with MSE.mp4

02:02

6.1 S5 Exercise 9 Solution.xlsx

6. Exercise 9 Calculating MSE in Excel.mp4

01:07

7. A Comprehensive Accuracy Measure RMSE.mp4

02:16

8.1 S5 Exercise 10 Solution.xlsx

8. Exercise 10 Calculating RMSE in Excel.mp4

00:40

9. Evaluating Forecast Performance with MAPE.mp4

02:26

10. Exercise 11 Calculating MAPE in Excel.mp4

01:13

11. CD Purchase Forecast Recap.mp4

01:27

12. Section 5 Quiz.html

6. Additional Forecasting Measures

1. Understanding R-Squared.mp4

02:27

2. Handling Outliers.mp4

04:29

3. Section 6 Quiz.html

7. Bonus

1.1 LinkedIn Profile.html

1.2 Referral Links.html

1. Bonus Lecture.mp4

01:30

Description

Excel's Forecasting: Techniques, Trends, and Insights

What You'll Learn?

Demonstrate proficiency in visualizing time-series data through effective plotting and display techniques
Improve the ability to identify trends within time-series data
Develop skills to identify and address errors and biases that may impact the accuracy of forecasts
Utilize trendlines effectively to interpret and make predictions based on historical data patterns

Who is this for?

Business Professionals in need of data forecasting skills

Data Analysts seeking to enhance Excel-based forecasting abilities

Finance and Accounting Professionals requiring forecasting expertise

Researchers and Market Analysts interested in data-driven forecasting

Students and Excel Enthusiasts eager to improve data analysis skills

What You Need to Know?

Basic computer skills

Basic understanding of Excel formulas

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Description
Welcome to "Mastering Excel: Unleashing the Power of Forecasting"! Excel is a powerful tool that can transform raw data into meaningful insights, and this course will take you on a journey to unlock its forecasting potential. Whether you're a business professional, data analyst, finance expert, or simply an Excel enthusiast, this course will equip you with the skills to confidently predict future trends and make informed decisions.
Throughout this comprehensive course, you will delve into various essential areas of forecasting using Excel. You'll start by mastering the visualization of time-series data, learning how to effectively plot and display information to identify patterns and trends. Next, you'll explore moving average charts and understand how they can reveal valuable insights hidden within your data.
We will dive deep into error management techniques, ensuring that you can account for and mitigate any inaccuracies that may impact your forecasts. You'll gain proficiency in interpreting and utilizing trendlines, leveraging them to make accurate predictions based on historical data patterns.
As we progress, we will also analyze the impact of seasonality, uncovering how to identify and account for seasonal patterns in your forecasts.
By the end of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to become an Excel forecasting wizard, equipped with techniques and insights to forecast with precision and confidence. So, join us now and unleash the power of forecasting in Excel to make informed decisions and drive success in your professional endeavors!

Note: Some features may not be available on MAC
Who this course is for:
Business Professionals in need of data forecasting skills
Data Analysts seeking to enhance Excel-based forecasting abilities
Finance and Accounting Professionals requiring forecasting expertise
Researchers and Market Analysts interested in data-driven forecasting
Students and Excel Enthusiasts eager to improve data analysis skills

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