Power BI is a business analytics service by Microsoft that provides interactive visualisations and business intelligence capabilities with an interface simple enough for end users to create their own reports and dashboards. It allows users to connect to various data sources, transform and clean the data, and create interactive visualisations and reports to gain insights and make data- driven decisions.

OBJECTIVES

The course aims to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively use Power BI for data analysis, visualisation, and reporting. Participants will learn how to connect to various data sources, create and customise reports, and collaborate with others using Power BI.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and anyone interested in learning how to use Power BI for data analytics.

METHODOLOGY

The course will be a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and group discussions. Participants will work on real-world scenarios and datasets to gain practical experience in using Power BI.

COURSE BENEFITS

1. Improved data analysis and reporting skills

2. Increased efficiency and productivity in data analysis

3. Enhanced visualisation of data for better decision-making - Increased collaboration and data sharing capabilities

4. Improved data security and governance

COURSE OUTLINE

(THIS IS A 1 DAY TRAINING PROGRAMME)

Module 1: Introduction to Power BI

Overview of Power BI

Understanding the Power BI architecture

Setting up Power BI environment

Module 2: Data Acquisition and Transformation

Connecting to various data sources 

Importing and transforming data

Data modelling and relationships

Module 3: Data Visualisation

Creating visualisations

Customising visualisations

Best practices for data visualisation

Module 4: Creating and Sharing Reports

Creating reports

Sharing reports

Collaboration and security features

Module 5: Advanced Features and Tips

Using advanced features such as DAX functions 

Optimising report performance

Best practices for report design

Module 6: Power BI Integration with Other Tools

Integrating Power BI with Excel and other Microsoft tools

Integrating Power BI with other third-party tools

Module 7: Power BI Administration and Maintenance

Managing and administering Power BI

Troubleshooting and resolving issues

Best practices for maintaining Power BI environment