The Shelly Cashman Series Microsoft 365 & Office Advanced, First Edition

Build Advanced Skills for the Modern Workplace

Microsoft 365 and Office are more than just everyday tools—they are powerful platforms that can transform how you work, collaborate, and analyze information. This First Edition of the Shelly Cashman Series guides you beyond the basics and into the advanced features that professionals rely on daily. Whether you need to create dynamic charts in Word, automate repetitive tasks with Excel macros, design interactive forms, or manage complex databases in Access, this textbook provides a structured, hands-on path to mastery.

What Makes This Edition Different

Building on the trusted Shelly Cashman approach, this advanced text focuses on real-world projects that mirror workplace challenges. Each module walks you through a complete project—from start to finish—so you learn not just individual commands, but how to apply them in context. The authors combine step-by-step instructions with clear explanations, screenshots, and plenty of end-of-module practice.

Explore the Core Modules

The book is organized by application, allowing you to focus on the tools you need most:

• Word: Collaboration and integration, reference documents, online forms, and macros.
• PowerPoint: Custom slide shows, photo albums, presentation delivery, and securing presentations.
• Excel: Trendlines, PivotTables and PivotCharts, slicers, formula auditing, data validation, Power Tools, and VBA.
• Access: Macros, navigation forms, control layouts, and database administration.

Hands-On Learning That Sticks

Rather than simply reading about features, you’ll work through realistic scenarios that build confidence and problem-solving abilities. The book includes Apply Your Knowledge exercises, Extend Your Knowledge challenges, and In the Lab projects that reinforce each module’s objectives. By the end, you’ll have a portfolio of practical skills that can be applied immediately in academic, professional, or personal projects.

Who Should Use This Book

This advanced title is ideal for students enrolled in upper-level computer applications courses, professionals seeking to enhance their Microsoft Office expertise, and self-directed learners who want to go beyond the fundamentals. A basic understanding of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access is recommended, as the modules dive directly into more sophisticated capabilities.

A Trusted Series for a Reason

The Shelly Cashman Series has helped millions of learners develop essential technology skills. With this First Edition, Cengage Learning continues that tradition by delivering current, accurate, and engaging content for Microsoft 365 and Office. The text reflects the latest software updates and prepares you for real-world productivity challenges.