Forecasting In Microsoft Excel

Discover Trend Forecasting in Excel: Learn to Predict Sales, Analyze Data, and Make Informed Decisions.

What you'll learn

Use FRED to obtain forecast data.

Create linear and seasonal sales forecasts.

Incorporate confidence levels into predictions.

Utilize forecast sheets for comprehensive analysis.

Requirements

Basic Excel skills.

Access to Microsoft Excel (preferably Excel 2016 or newer).

Description

**This course includes downloadable course instructor files and exercise files to work with and follow along.**Welcome to the Forecasting in Microsoft Excel course, a comprehensive tutorial designed to equip you with the skills to forecast trends and make informed decisions using Excel. This course teaches you how to obtain forecast data using FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data), create linear and seasonal sales forecasts, incorporate confidence levels into your predictions, and utilize forecast sheets for comprehensive analysis.With practical examples and guided exercises, you can develop practical skills that you can apply immediately in your personal or professional life. By mastering these techniques, you should be able to accurately predict future trends, optimize business strategies, and confidently make data-driven decisions.Whether you're a business professional, analyst, or student, this course will empower you to harness the power of forecasting in Excel to drive success in your endeavors.In this course, students will learn how to:Use FRED to obtain forecast data.Create linear and seasonal sales forecasts.Incorporate confidence levels into predictions.Utilize forecast sheets for comprehensive analysis.This course includes:39 minutes of video tutorials8 individual video lecturesCourse and Exercise Files to follow alongCertificate of completion

Overview

Section 1: Forecasting

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Lecture 2 WATCH ME: Essential Information for a Successful Training Experience

Lecture 3 DOWNLOAD ME: Course Files

Lecture 4 DOWNLOAD ME: Exercise Files

Lecture 5 Getting Forecast Data with FRED

Lecture 6 Creating a Linear Sales Forecast

Lecture 7 Creating a Sales Forecast with Seasonality

Lecture 8 Adding Confidence Levels

Lecture 9 Using Forecast Sheets

Lecture 10 Course Exercise

Lecture 11 Course Close

Anyone who wants to learn how to forecast trends and make data-driven decisions using Microsoft Excel.,Business professionals who work in sales, marketing, or management to help predict future trends and improve their strategies to achieve better results.