"Problem-Solving Cases in Microsoft Access and Excel helps build spreadsheet and database skills using realistic business cases. Each case introduces a compelling business problem and, with the help of tutorials on Microsoft Access and Excel, trains users in critical thinking and problem solving. Readers will use Microsoft Access and Excel throughout the book to work through the case material. The scenarios found in the text reflect real business situations, ranging from small, privately-owned companies to large corporations." "Features: contains coverage of current technologies - Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Access 2002, and Microsoft Excel 2002 are used throughout the text; 11 cases reflect situations that real businesses face in today's marketplace; 4 tutorials outline the elements of Excel and Access needed throughout the book; features a unique tutorial (Tutorial E) that covers presentation skills; utilizes Excel Solver and Excel Scenario Manager - two of the most commonly used tools in business; and includes an Integration Case (Case 11) in which the user applies both Access the Excel to solve a business-related problem."--BOOK JACKET.