New Perspectives on MicrosoftExcel 2013, Comprehensive Enhanced Edition (Microsoft Office 2013 Enhanced Editions) - Softcover

Ageloff, Roy; Carey, Patrick; Parsons, June Jamrich; Oja, Dan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1305501128 ISBN 13: 9781305501126

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2015

Synopsis

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Develop the Microsoft Excel 2013 skills you need for success in college and beyond with this latest edition from the popular New Perspectives Series. Updated with all-new case-based tutorials, NEW PERSPECTIVES MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013, COMPREHENSIVE ENHANCED EDITION continues to apply MS Excel 2013 skills to real situations that fully demonstrate the relevance of concepts. A proven learning approach emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and in-depth coverage. A new Troubleshoot case problem enhances analytical skills, while a new tutorial on Managing Your Files helps you navigate Windows 8. A wealth of resources, including MindTap™ and SAM, provides opportunities to practice skills. Discover success with MS Excel 2013 as NEW PERSPECTIVES MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 helps you fully understand the value and application of what you're learning.

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About the Author

Roy Ageloff has taught courses in computer programming, database design and development, accounting information systems, and office productivity software at the University of Rhode Island and has written textbooks in programming languages, database software, and spreadsheet applications. He is a business consultant and teacher at Paradise Valley Community College, Arizona.

Mr. Patrick Carey received his M.S. in biostatistics from the University of Wisconsin where he worked as a researcher designing and analyzing clinical studies. He co-authored his first textbook on using Excel as a statistical tool. Today, Mr. Carey has authored or co-authored more than 20 leading academic and trade texts for the software industry.

June Parsons purchased her first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year she opened a successful small computer retail store with Dan Oja that also offered software instruction to children and adults. Dr. Parsons taught at the university level for more than 20 years. She holds a doctorate in Educational Technology and was certified by the ICCP in 1995. Dr. Parsons began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. She contributed to the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series and developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. She works via the Internet with a team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces.

An esteemed professional and respected author, Dan Oja, along with June Parsons, purchased an Apple II+ in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year, he and Dr. Parsons opened a successful small computer retail store that offered software instruction to children and adults. With Dr. Parsons, Mr. Oja began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. Together, they contributed to the leading success of the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series. They also developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. Today, Mr. Oja's and Dr. Parson's team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces work together via the Internet to deliver exceptional texts.

Ms. Carol DesJardins spent 25 years in the private sector as a programmer, systems analyst and eventually Chief Information Officer. During that time, she honed her skills with Excel as an analysis tool. She transitioned her knowledge to the classroom and has taught several applications and programming courses. Ms. DesJardins co-authored her first textbook on Excel. In addition to writing, she continues to teach at St. Clair County Community College.

Review

Managing Your Files. Tutorial 1: Getting Started with Excel. Tutorial 2: Formatting Workbook Text and Data. Tutorial 3: Calculating Data with Formulas and Functions. Tutorial 4: Analyzing and Charting Financial Data. Tutorial 5: Creating Excel Tables, PivotTables, and PivotCharts. Tutorial 6: Managing Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks. Tutorial 7: Developing an Excel Application. Tutorial 8: Working with Advanced Functions. Tutorial 9: Exploring Financial Tools and Functions. Tutorial 10: Performing What-If Analyses. Tutorial 11: Connecting to External Data. Tutorial 12: Enhancing Excel with Visual Basic for Applications. Additional Cases. Appendix A: Using Text Functions and Creating Custom Formats. Appendix B: Using Advanced Filters, Database, and Summary IFS Functions. Appendix C: Creating a Shared Workbook. Appendix D: Working with Enhanced Formatting Tools.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1305501128
• ISBN 13: 9781305501126
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 1016