K2’s Office Scripts – The New Macros

By Lawrence A. “Mac” McClelland

Computer Software and Applications

2 CPE Credits

Upcoming Events

Course Code

24c-macros

Delivery Methods

In-Person, Webinar

Course Type

Live

Level

Intermediate

Estimated Length

100 Minutes

Upcoming Dates Topics Learning Objectives Description Compliance Instructors

Upcoming Live Event Schedule

This course is part of an event and you must register for the associated event to participate.

Southeast Technology Conference
May 20, 2024 | Conference

Summer Tech Essentials Multi-State Conference
June 13, 2024 | Conference

Major Topics

Introduction to Office Scripts
Recording your first script
Integration with Power Automate

Learning Objectives

Distinguish the storage locations for Office scripts vs. VBA macros
Identify four reasons why Office Scripts may not be available for use
List two ways of sharing an Office Script with other users
List three benefits of using Office Scripts over legacy VBA macros

Course Description

Office Scripts is a new feature that allows you to automate tasks in Excel and other Office applications. Unlike VBA, a legacy language that runs only on Windows, Office Scripts can run on any platform and device that supports Office on the web. Further, Office Scripts has a modern and intuitive interface that lets you easily create, edit, and share your scripts. Office Scripts are stored in the Cloud, and they work with Office Online apps and integrate with Power Automate for process automation. Save time and improve productivity using Office Scripts in Excel and other Office applications.

Compliance Information

Intended Audience

This course is essential for business professionals seeking guidance on how to work with Office Scripts

Advanced Preparation

None

Field of Study

Computer Software and Applications

Credits

2 Credits

Published Date

January 3, 2024

Course Authors

Explore Lawrence A. “Mac”

Lawrence A. “Mac” McClelland

Carriere, MS

Speaker & Author, K2 Enterprises

Mac McClelland, an attorney and accounting professional, is an associate of K2 Enterprises of Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group of Hutchinson, Kansas.

Mac was formerly the director of the Centre for Financial Studies at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand, where he lived and worked for seven years from 1990 to 1997. He was also a member of the faculty of the Advanced Business Programme, ranked in the top 100 MBA programs in the world by The Economist, specializing in business strategy and strategic management accounting.

He gained his practical experience in information systems with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and has an established practice in business and technology consulting. Mac has taught hundreds of continuing professional education seminars to accountants and business managers in the United States, New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Southeast Asia. His presentations are highly rated, and he has won several awards for teaching excellence.

Mac has been published in leading business and practitioner journals, including Tax Ideas, Computers in Accounting, Journal of Accounting Education, Chartered Accountants Journal of New Zealand, and the top-rated Journal of Accounting Research.

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Course Details

Major Topics

Introduction to Office Scripts
Recording your first script
Integration with Power Automate

Learning Objectives

Distinguish the storage locations for Office scripts vs. VBA macros
Identify four reasons why Office Scripts may not be available for use
List two ways of sharing an Office Script with other users
List three benefits of using Office Scripts over legacy VBA macros

Compliance Information

Intended Audience — This course is essential for business professionals seeking guidance on how to work with Office Scripts

Advanced Preparation — None

Field of Study — Computer Software and Applications

Credits — 2 Credits

IRS Program Number –

Published Date – January 3, 2024

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