K2's Excel Best Practices
Total Credits: 8 including 8 Computer Software & Applications - Non-technical
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- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Industry | Technology
- Faculty:
- Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 8 hours
- License:
- Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
As spreadsheets evolve, so must your practices for creating, editing, and auditing them. In this program, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the best ways to work with Excel by learning best practices associated with Excel spreadsheets in each of the following areas: creating and editing Excel workbooks, securing Excel workbooks, collaborating with others in Excel, and reporting on data contained in Excel.
Today’s best practices for Excel differ significantly from those used in the past, and you will learn the best ways to work with Excel spreadsheets in this “must-see” CPE program. Course materials include relevant examples to enhance your learning experience. Join us for this program to help you utilize Excel to its fullest potential.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- List critical spreadsheet design fundamentals
- Identify techniques used to minimize data input errors
- Utilize Excel’s Table feature as a foundational component of spreadsheets
- Identify and implement three different methods for consolidating data
- Utilize various Excel features, such as Go To Special, to solve specific spreadsheet issues
- List and apply four techniques for sharing an Excel workbook and collaborating with others
- Implement different practices for auditing and error-checking Excel workbooks, including Trace Precedents, Trace Dependents, and Formula Auditing
- Identify the advantages of working with Defined Names in Excel
- List and apply six techniques for securing Excel data
Major Subjects
- Best practices associated with creating Excel workbooks, including managing workbooks
- How to secure Excel workbooks
- Collaboration options and best practices in Excel
- Effective reporting techniques in Excel
Course Materials
| Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (0.47 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Excel Best Practices Handout (4.63 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Demo Files (22.05 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Faculty
Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA Related Seminars and Products
Shareholder
K2 Enterprises
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:
- Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm;
- Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company;
- Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and
- Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.
In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. To date, he has lectured internationally on subjects such as internal controls for small businesses, technology strategies, computer hardware and software applications, tax strategies and compliance, and financial accounting standards and applications. Over the past twenty-five years, Tommy has presented over 2,700 educational sessions to over 70,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.
Presently, Tommy resides in Woodstock, Georgia, where he enjoys an active personal life with his wife. His hobbies include snow skiing, fishing, running, and other outdoor activities. Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Dates
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Mon, Jun 16, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Mon, Sep 08, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Sep 11, 2025 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Sat, Sep 27, 2025 - 09:00am to 04:36pm EDT
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Mon, Sep 29, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Oct 02, 2025 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Mon, Oct 20, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Oct 23, 2025 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EST
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 - 09:00am to 04:36pm EST
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Mon, Dec 01, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EST
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 - 09:00am to 04:36pm EST
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EST
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Mon, Jan 12, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EST
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Thu, Jan 15, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EST
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EST
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EST
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Mon, Mar 16, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Sat, Mar 28, 2026 - 09:00am to 04:36pm EDT
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Mon, Apr 06, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Apr 09, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Mon, Apr 27, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, Apr 30, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Mon, May 18, 2026 - 11:00am to 06:36pm EDT
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Thu, May 21, 2026 - 10:00am to 05:36pm EDT
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Sat, May 30, 2026 - 09:00am to 04:36pm EDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Original Recording Date 2023Date Added to Catalog 1/29/25
Prerequisites Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel 2019 or newer
Advanced Preparation None
Designed For Excel users who want to learn best practices for working with spreadsheets
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Yellow Book No
Additional Information
Instructional Delivery Method Group Internet BasedComplaint Resolution Policy Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
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