Business Intelligence with Power BI

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Course Introduction

This Business Intelligence with Power BI training course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of business intelligence concepts while strengthening their practical skills in using Power BI for data analysis, visualization, and reporting. The course focuses on building confidence in navigating Power BI tools and applying them effectively to support data-driven decisions within any organization.

Through interactive hands-on sessions, participants will learn how to connect data from multiple sources, transform raw information into structured datasets, and create visually appealing dashboards that communicate insights clearly. By the end of the training, participants will be fully equipped to design interactive reports and use Power BI to drive strategic business outcomes.

Key takeaways include:

  • Understanding foundational BI concepts and their real-world applications
  • Developing skills in Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI Mobile
  • Learning practical techniques for data transformation and visualization
  • Creating interactive dashboards for enhanced decision-making
  • Strengthening reporting skills with dynamic, user-friendly Power BI features

Objectives

By the end of this Power BI training, participants will be able to confidently apply essential BI skills while utilizing Power BI to design effective reports and dashboards. This section outlines the core objectives that guide the learning experience:

  • Understand key BI principles and the importance of data-driven decision-making
  • Navigate the Power BI interface and make use of its main analytical features
  • Import, clean, and prepare data from various internal and external sources
  • Build interactive dashboards and visually compelling reports for stakeholders
  • Apply DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) to strengthen analytical and modeling capabilities
  • Share insights using Power BI Service and Power BI Mobile for effective collaboration
  • Implement data governance practices and apply Power BI security features appropriately

Training Methodology

This COPEX training course incorporates a combination of proven adult-learning techniques to ensure high engagement, strong comprehension, and effective retention of all essential BI and Power BI skills. Participants benefit from a structured learning environment that blends instructor-led sessions with practical demonstrations.

The methodology includes guided lectures, group discussions, and real-time hands-on exercises to reinforce each concept. Learners gain practical experience by performing tasks directly within Power BI, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This interactive approach ensures participants complete the course with practical, job-ready competencies.

Who Should Attend?

This Business Intelligence course is designed for professionals across various industries who work with data and want to enhance their reporting and visualization skills using Power BI. It is ideal for individuals seeking to develop stronger analytical capabilities and create meaningful dashboards that support informed decision-making.

This course is especially valuable for:

  • Business analysts, data analysts, and data scientists seeking advanced BI tools
  • Professionals who regularly handle data and want to improve reporting efficiency
  • Decision-makers aiming to implement data-driven strategies within their teams
  • IT and finance professionals responsible for producing or overseeing reports
  • Anyone looking to strengthen data visualization and storytelling skills using Power BI

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Business Intelligence and Power BI Fundamentals

  • Overview of Business Intelligence and its role in decision-making
  • Introduction to Power BI components: Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power BI Mobile
  • Power BI interface and navigation basics
  • Connecting to data sources (Excel, SQL Server, web sources, etc.)
  • Data import techniques and understanding data types
  • Hands-on: Setting up Power BI Desktop and importing sample datasets

Day 2: Data Transformation and Preparation Using Power Query

  • Introduction to Power Query and its ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) functions
  • Data cleaning techniques: handling missing data, removing duplicates, filtering
  • Data transformation: merging, appending, pivoting, and unpivoting data
  • Creating calculated columns and tables for enhanced analysis
  • Practical exercise: Transforming raw data into a structured format using Power Query

Day 3: Data Modeling and DAX Basics

  • Importance of data modeling and relationships in BI
  • Creating and managing data relationships in Power BI
  • Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) and its functions
  • Calculated columns vs. measures
  • Essential DAX functions: SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, CALCULATE, and FILTER
  • Building hierarchies and creating time intelligence in Power BI
  • Hands-on practice: Developing a data model and applying basic DAX expressions

Day 4: Visualizing Data with Power BI

  • Choosing the right visual for data representation: tables, charts, maps, and gauges
  • Customizing visuals and formatting options for impactful storytelling
  • Interactive features: slicers, filters, and drill-through for dynamic reporting
  • Creating interactive dashboards with KPI indicators and scorecards
  • Best practices for designing intuitive and effective reports
  • Hands-on session: Building a fully interactive dashboard using sample data

Day 5: Publishing, Sharing, and Power BI Service

  • Publishing reports to the Power BI Service and setting up workspaces
  • Understanding and managing user roles and permissions
  • Creating and managing datasets, reports, and dashboards in the cloud
  • Introduction to Power BI Mobile for on-the-go access to reports
  • Collaboration and sharing options: sharing dashboards, embedding, and export options
  • Data security and governance in Power BI: Row-level security, data refresh, and scheduling
  • Hands-on exercise: Publishing a report and sharing it with stakeholders

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Aztech Training
Coventry

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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This Business Intelligence with Power BI Training Course welcomes professionals from all walks of corporate life — whether you're a seasoned manager, an emerging team leader, a subject-matter specialist, or simply someone driven to grow in their field. If you're serious about advancing your career and deepening your expertise, this course was built with you in mind.

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