THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
PROFESSIONAL FORUM: EXCEL 101 FOR ACCOUNTANTS
DATE: 1st March, 2017
TIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
VENUE: 2ND FLOOR JUBILEEE INSURANCE BUILDING
1.0 Overview
Microsoft Excel is one of the oldest programs used for accounting and finance purposes. While newer, better automated products are available in the market today, Excel remains a go-to program to many accountants. This is owing to its ease of accessibility, agility and affordability. Indeed, Microsoft Excel is ubiquitous as many computers come with the Microsoft Suite pre-installed. In Kenya where many organizations cannot afford to procure accounting software, Excel adequately serves accounting purposes.
Microsoft Excel offers a multitude of functionalities, enabling CPAs to create databases, tabulate information and generate financial reports, among others. However, this application requires a high level of expertise to optimize its functionalities particularly in accounting.
Learning Objectives
During this professional forum, Excel wizards will take delegates through handy tips to improve productivity and maximize on the functionalities of the program. Among the tips to be shared are: number formatting shortcuts, use of formulas and use of pivot tables to manipulate data.
2.0 Target Audience:
Associate members, Young professionals, Accountants, Practicing Members, Accountants in Academia and Professionals in Financial reporting roles.
3.0 Online Booking
Kindly note that booking for this Professional Forum is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone based application that is available from google store. Delegates are advised that bookings close on 27th February, 2017 at 1700 hrs.
4.0 Workshop Charges
Charges for this workshop are as provided below:
| Category | Charges (Ksh) |
| Associate Members | 1,500 |
| Members | 2,000 |
| Non Members | 2,500 |
5.0 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Units
Members of ICPAK will earn 3 CPD points upon successful attendance.
Enquiries may be directed to us via telephone on +254 770 130549 or via email to joy.wanyonyi@icpak.com.
