Excel That Actually Makes You Faster (Intermediate)

Excel can save you hours — or waste them if you’re using it badly. This session shows how to use Excel properly to work faster, cleaner, and with more confidence.

3 CPD units May 12, 2026 1 presenter

What will set you apart

By completing this course you will gain the following competencies

How to work smarter instead of manually fixing spreadsheets
Key Excel functions every professional should know
How to clean and organise data properly
How to avoid common spreadsheet errors
How to work faster with formulas and shortcuts
How to present numbers clearly and professionally
How Excel supports better decisions and reporting

Event breakdown

Structuring spreadsheets correctly
Key formulas used in practice
Working with data efficiently
Reducing manual work and duplication
Common Excel errors and how to avoid them
Using shortcuts to save time
Presenting information clearly
Improving accuracy and control
Practical Excel workflow tips

Type: CPD CourseCPD category: Other

Description

Most professionals use Excel every day, yet very few use it well. This session focuses on practical Excel skills that improve speed, accuracy, and confidence. Delegates will learn how to structure spreadsheets properly, work with formulas more effectively, and avoid common errors that lead to wrong results. The session is not about fancy tricks, but about using Excel as a reliable working tool for real business tasks. Designed for professionals who already use Excel but want to work faster and smarter, this session helps reduce frustration and improve output. By the end of the session, delegates will be able to use Excel more efficiently and with far less manual effort.

Presenters

Willem Otto — I am a young, newly qualified CA (SA) who completed his articles at a medium sized audit firm specialising in SME Audits. I started my journey as a financial manager in January 2024 at Renforcer investments, where we specialise in filling the gap between numbers and people and building long lasting relationships and as such had the opportunity to gain experience in many different management roles. With the help of my experienced co-workers at Renforcer, who have combined experience of 20 years as financial managers, I have made the transition into FM and is ready to help others make that transition as efficiently as possible. I have experience in leadership and public speaking due to my involvement with internal training presentations at Renforcer, as well as the audit firm where I worked.

You will earn a certificate

On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 3 CPD units in Other.

Requirements

Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser