Power Up with Power BI: Beginner's Pathway to Data Visualization and Analysis
About This Course
Industry professionals who rely on data analysis and visualization for decision-making will find this course invaluable. Its primary aim is to equip participants with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to harness the full potential of Power Business Intelligence (BI) for data analysis, visualization, and reporting. By the course's conclusion, participants will be adept at transforming raw data into actionable insights, crafting interactive dashboards, and making informed, data-driven decisions.
Powering Up with Power BI harmonizes perfectly with the global trend of data-driven decision-making and digital transformation—two critical elements for maintaining a competitive edge in today's dynamic business landscape—allowing aspiring data analysts looking to kickstart their careers, entry-level business intelligence professionals to bolster their skill set, and business professionals to elevate their data analysis capabilities.
What You'll Learn
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
• import and transform data using Power Query
• effectively structure and model data for analysis and reporting using data analysis expressions (DAX).
• proficiently use various DAX functions to perform calculations, aggregations, and manipulations on data.
• create and use measures and calculated columns to derive insights and metrics from data.
• design effective and engaging data visualizations, including choosing the right chart types and customizing their appearance.
• interpret data visualizations to derive insights and trends, making informed decisions based on the data presented.
• construct a narrative with data, presenting findings and insights in a clear and compelling manner to convey a story.
• create interactive and informative dashboards that summarize complex data for better decision-making.
• utilise data-driven storytelling, data visualization best practices, and storytelling elements in their data presentations.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements or prior qualifications needed. However, participants should have basic digital literacy.