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Excel VBA Introduction
This 2-day hands-on Excel VBA course helps you take control of your spreadsheets by using automation and custom forms. Gain the practical skills to streamline repetitive tasks, boost productivity, and confidently create dynamic applications—all backed by the guidance of experienced instructors.
- 2 days
- Virtual or on-site
- 2 upcoming dates
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Course overview
Get ready to take your Excel applications to the next level by harnessing the power of the VBA language.
This Future Savvy instructor-led Excel VBA course helps you gain more control over your spreadsheets by using VBA. You'll discover how to develop more dynamic Excel applications and automate tasks to save time and reduce errors. Our trainers guide you through both introductory concepts and advanced topics, ensuring practical learning for each delegate.
You’ll learn how to work with key VBA objects and techniques that grant better access to workbooks, worksheets, and custom automation solutions in Excel.
This hands-on course helps you create automated spreadsheets and tackle repetitive tasks so you can focus on what really matters. You'll be able to record and run macros, develop custom forms, and reliably manage code—building confidence in your Excel skills.
All with our 100% Money-Back Guarantee and Unlimited Email Support.
Who it's for
- Data analysts and report builders using Excel
- Finance and operations professionals automating spreadsheets
- Power users progressing from Excel Advanced to VBA
What you need before you start
- Proficient Excel knowledge
- Comfort with formulas and data manipulation
What you'll learn
What you will be able to do by the end of the course.
- Record and edit macros for task automation in Excel
- Write basic VBA procedures using variables and control structures
- Reference workbooks, worksheets, and ranges using the object model
- Create and validate user forms with controls and events
- Debug and troubleshoot VBA code with integrated tools
- Implement structured error handling to manage runtime issues
Course outline
8 modules across 2 days.
1Getting Started9 topics+
- Introducing Visual Basic for Applications
- Displaying the Developer Tab
- Recording a Macro
- Saving a Macro-Enabled Workbook
- Running a Macro
- Editing a Macro in the Visual Basic Editor
- Understanding the Development Environment
- Using Visual Basic Help
- Understanding Macro Security
2Working with Procedures and Functions9 topics+
- Understanding Modules
- Creating a Standard Module
- Understanding Procedures
- Creating a Sub Procedure
- Calling Procedures
- Using the Immediate Window to Call Procedures
- Creating a Function Procedure
- Naming Procedures
- Working with the Code Editor
3Understanding Objects8 topics+
- Understanding Objects
- Navigating the Excel Object Hierarchy
- Understanding Collections
- Using the Object Browser
- Working with Properties
- Using the With Statement
- Working with Methods
- Creating an Event Procedure
4Using Expressions, Variables, and Intrinsic Functions9 topics+
- Understanding Expressions and Statements
- Declaring Variables
- Understanding Data Types
- Working with Variable Scope
- Using Intrinsic Functions
- Using Intrinsic Constants
- Using Message Boxes
- Using Input Boxes
- Declaring and Using Object Variables
5Controlling Program Execution7 topics+
- Understanding Control-of-Flow Structures
- Using the If...End If Decision Structures
- Using the Select Case...End Select Structure
- Using the Do...Loop Structure
- Using the For...To...Next Structure
- Using the For Each...Next Structure
- Guidelines for use of Control-of-Flow Structures
6Working with Forms and Controls10 topics+
- Understanding UserForms
- Using the Toolbox
- Working with UserForm Properties, Events,and Methods
- Understanding Controls
- Setting Control Properties in the Properties Window
- Working with Control Appearance
- Setting the Tab Order
- Populating a Control
- Adding Code to Controls
- Launching a Form in Code
7Debugging the Code6 topics+
- Understanding Errors
- Using Debugging Tools
- Setting Breakpoints
- Stepping through Code
- Using Break Mode during Run mode
- Determining the Value of Expressions
8Handling Errors6 topics+
- Understanding Error Handling
- Understanding VBA's Error Trapping Options
- Trapping Errors with the On Error Statement
- Understanding the Err Object
- Writing an Error-Handling Routine
- Working with Inline Error Handling
Dates & booking
Pick a date and book online. Prices are per person and exclude VAT.
- 26Aug
26 Aug 2026
Wednesday
- Virtual
- 2 day
£645per person + VAT10% off 2 or more seats
- 26Nov
26 Nov 2026
Thursday
- Virtual
- 2 day
£645per person + VAT10% off 2 or more seats
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- Tailored contentBuilt around your team's work and skill levels.
- Flexible schedulingDates and times that suit your team, not ours.
- Your place or onlineDelivered at your office or virtually.
- Better value per headOne trainer, one day, your whole team.
- A dedicated trainerYour team gets all of the trainer's attention.
- Relevant examplesExercises shaped around the work your team does.
Why Future Savvy
Practical training, backed properly
Rated 4.72/5
From 696 reviews by learners and clients.
Money-back guarantee
A 100% money-back guarantee, for peace of mind.
Up to six learners
Small enough that every delegate gets trainer time on their own work.
Trainers who do the job
Practitioners who use these tools on real work, not career instructors.
Support after the course
Email your trainer when you hit something back at your desk.
What delegates say
Independently verified reviews, alongside quotes collected from delegates after their course.
good value for money, I understood notions that were very not clear to me. Thanks to Mark.
Very good communication and an excellent tutor.
Very happy with Mark's training ethos and training he provided.
Excellent course and really well presented. Starting from basic knowledge the course guided you through step by step and was well paced for all.
Really enjoyed the course. Tutor was knowledgeable, friendly and gave real-world, practical advice to get the most out of the training.
Absolutely Fab!! Kept us engaged, patient & informative
The trainer was really friendly and positive, really clear, and made sure everyone was on the same page, and spent individual time focusing on each person to make sure they understood and were up to speed with the training.
Overall the course was excellent. The trainer delivered well, he was knowledgeable and concise.
Overall - Brilliant though, genuinely, the trainer was informative, talked at a steady pace
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this Excel VBA Introduction course suitable for?+
This course is designed for proficient Excel users such as analysts, finance and operations professionals, and power users looking to take the next step into automation and customising spreadsheets using VBA.
Do I need prior programming experience to attend?+
No prior programming experience is necessary. This course introduces VBA concepts from the ground up. All you need is confidence with formulas, data manipulation, and intermediate or advanced Excel features.
What will I be able to automate after completing this course?+
You'll be able to automate repetitive Excel tasks, create and edit macros, build simple user forms, and manage your code so you can work faster, with fewer errors and greater reliability.
Is this course hands-on or lecture-based?+
The Excel VBA Introduction course is very much hands-on. Expect plenty of practical exercises, guided demonstrations, and opportunities to apply skills in real scenarios with support from our experienced instructors.
What support is available after the course?+
Delegates receive unlimited email support following the course, as well as access to comprehensive course materials. And of course, our 100% money-back guarantee is there for complete confidence.
Does this course cover error handling and debugging in VBA?+
Yes, we include modules on structured error handling, debugging practice using Excel’s built-in tools, and guidance on troubleshooting VBA code effectively.
Can I bring my own Excel files to practise during the course?+
Absolutely. You are encouraged to bring along challenging spreadsheets or typical tasks for practice, so you can immediately relate what you learn to your everyday work.
What version of Excel is used for training?+
The course is delivered using the latest supported version of Microsoft Excel for Windows. If you have any specific requirements around versions, please let us know before you attend.
