Power BI for Data Modeling and Dashboard Development

• Basic knowledge of data concepts and spreadsheet tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel)

Audience

• Business analysts
• Data professionals
• Managers and decision-makers looking to enhance reporting capabilities

Power BI is a powerful business analytics tool that enables users to visualize data and share insights across an organization or embed them in an app or website. The course covers foundational to intermediate concepts, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Power BI's functionality and its applications in business intelligence and decision-making.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level participants who wish to gain in-depth knowledge of Power BI, from its work environment and data modeling to dashboard development and publication.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and utilize the Power BI work environment effectively.
• Model and transform data for meaningful analysis.
• Apply basic functions and DAX measurements to enhance data calculations.
• Create and customize interactive dashboards and reports.
• Publish, share, and export reports for organizational use.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Power BI

• Overview of Power BI components and architecture
• Understanding Power BI Desktop vs. Power BI Service
• Navigating the Power BI interface

Data Modeling and Transformation

• Connecting to data sources and importing data
• Transforming data using Power Query Editor
• Establishing relationships between data tables

Basic Functions and DAX Measurements

• Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
• Creating calculated columns and measures
• Applying basic functions for calculations and aggregations

Designing Data Visualizations

• Choosing the right visualizations for data
• Customizing charts, graphs, and tables
• Enhancing interactivity with slicers and filters

Building and Publishing Dashboards

• Combining visuals to create dashboards
• Setting up real-time data updates
• Publishing dashboards to Power BI Service

Exporting and Sharing Reports

• Exporting reports in various formats (e.g., PDF, PowerPoint)
• Sharing reports securely within the organization
• Embedding Power BI reports in other platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint)

Practical Dashboard Development

• Developing a business-use dashboard from scratch
• Incorporating user feedback into design
• Ensuring dashboards align with business goals

Summary and Next Steps