John Wiley & Sons

Excel VBA Programming: Advanced Automation

John Wiley & Sons

Excel VBA Programming: Advanced Automation

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build custom functions using VBA code

  • Integrate Excel with Copilot for AI-assisted coding

  • Design interactive forms using UserForms

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October 2026

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9 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 8 modules in this course

This module introduces essential VBA language elements such as variables, constants, data types, and arrays. Learners will gain the ability to write structured and efficient VBA code by understanding how to declare, scope, and use these elements effectively in real-world scenarios.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the fundamentals of working with Range objects in Excel, including how to reference, manipulate, and modify cells using properties and methods. Learners will gain practical skills in automating spreadsheet tasks and handling formulas efficiently.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module covers the integration of VBA with Excel's worksheet functions, teaching learners how to identify and use built-in, worksheet, and custom functions for advanced data manipulation and automation. Students will explore the differences between data and metadata and learn to leverage Excel's capabilities within VBA code.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

This module covers essential VBA control structures such as conditionals and loops, enabling learners to manage program flow and enhance code efficiency. It explains how to make decisions in code using If-Then and Select Case structures, and how to repeat actions using loops like Do-While. Learners will gain practical skills to write more flexible and powerful Excel macros.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module covers the fundamentals of event-driven VBA programming, including how to automate tasks using workbook, worksheet, and activation events. Learners will gain the skills to implement and manage event handlers effectively in Excel. The module explains best practices for placing event code and explores various event types.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module teaches learners how to handle runtime errors in VBA, focusing on using On Error statements and implementing strategies for graceful error recovery in macros. It covers common error scenarios and how to protect worksheets and data integrity during execution.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

This module equips learners with essential techniques for identifying, analyzing, and resolving common programming bugs. It covers practical debugging methods and the effective use of tools like the Debugger's Tools and Watches window in Excel VBA. Learners will gain hands-on skills to improve code reliability and efficiency.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module explores practical VBA programming examples that demonstrate efficient range operations, user input handling, and chart manipulation in Excel. Learners will gain hands-on skills in writing and optimizing VBA macros for real-world scenarios. The content focuses on applying VBA techniques to enhance Excel automation and data management.

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1 video5 readings2 assignments

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