Course Information

Introduction

Power Business Intelligence for Beginners is a hands-on course that empowers participants to turn raw data into clear, actionable insights using Microsoft Power BI. Over five days you will learn the end-to-end workflow—from connecting and preparing data, to modeling with best practices, writing fundamental DAX, and delivering polished, shareable reports. The course blends concept, demonstration, and guided practice so attendees leave able to build real-world dashboards and support data-driven decisions.

Objectives

1. Connect to common data sources and clean and transform data using Power Query.
2. Build a logical data model with relationships, calculated columns, and proper data types.
3. Create measures with DAX for common business calculations, including basic time intelligence.
4. Design clear, interactive reports and dashboards using visuals, filters, slicers, and drill-through.
5. Publish reports to Power BI Service, configure refresh, and share content with basic workspace permissions.

Who Should Attend?

1. Business Analyst (responsible for routine operational reporting).
2. Financial Analyst (monthly/quarterly reporting and budgeting).
3. Data Analyst or Junior BI Analyst (building reports and preparing data).
4. Operations Manager (needs to create or interpret dashboards for decision making).
5. Report Developer / BI Support Specialist (publishes and maintains Power BI content).

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.