An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Advanced Analytics with Microsoft Tools
INTRODUCTION
Advanced Analytics include aggregating, analysing, visualizing and sharing data and insights in an interactive format to support effective decision making. Microsoft Power BI is a business intelligence platform that provides non-technical business users with tools for advanced analytics and visualization of business data. This Advanced Analytics with Microsoft Tools online training course is designed to provide detailed information on how to use Power BI in making good decisions leveraging Microsoft Power BI.
This online training course includes:
- Connect to data
- Analyse and manipulate that data
- Provide the right perspective
- Enable making informed decisions
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
On completion of this online training course participants will be able to:
- Use Simple methods to Analyze data with Power BI and gain Insights
- Automate manual reporting processes with Power BI
- Make reports available to stakeholders online
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Starting with Power BI
- Downloading Power BI Desktop
- Power BI Interface
- Importing Data to Power BI
- Understanding the Power Query User Interface
- Transforming Data with Power Query
- Some Examples and overview of POWER BI
Day 2: Data Preparation
- Data Models, Facts and Dimensions Data
- Intro to Transforming Data with Power Query Continued
- M Scripts and Loading Data to Power BI
- Editing Queries and Refreshing Data
- Power Query Transformation
- Introduction to Data Preparation
- Using Append method to combine Excel Worksheets
- Using Workbook Property Method to combine Excel Worksheets
- Comparing Append & Workbook Property Consolidation Methods
- Consolidating Clean Excel Workbooks from a Folder
- Consolidating un-clean Excel Workbooks from a Folder
Day 3: Adding and Formatting Charts
- Formatting Power BI Charts
- Adding a new chart to the canvass
- Sorting a Visual
- Filtering a page with Filters Pane and Using Slicers
- Controlling Visual Interactions on the Canvass
Day 4: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
- Introduction to DAX
- Using CALENDARAUTO() to generate a Calendar Table
- Using FORMAT() Function to add Month, Year and Quarter Columns
- Connecting the Calendar Table to the Fact Table
- Using the MONTH() Function to Create a Custom Sort Column
- Writing simple Aggregation Measure
- Aggregation Measures
- CALCULATE() function
- Creating a shell table to keep Measures
- Writing Time Intelligence Formulas - the PREVIOUSMONTH() Function
- Calculating Month on Month Variance
- Using the REMOVEFILTERS() function and Calculating Percentage share
- Using SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR() to calculate SPLY Values
- Automatic Measures with Quick Measures
Day 5: Visualizing Measures
- Customizing the Report Theme
- Creating a Report Page Template
- Visualizing Monthly Revenue vs SPLY on a Line Chart
- Creating a Forecast from a Line Chart
- Visualizing Monthly Variance with a Waterfall Chart
- Creating a Matrix Table report with Data Bars
- Creating a simple Donut Chart
- Visualizing Current & Previous Period with Clustered Bar Chart
- Visualizing Changes in ranking over time with Ribbon Chart
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
Do you provide assistance with hotel accommodation?
Yes, we can assist you with the following:
- Corporate Discount: If available, we can extend our corporate discount for your stay at selected hotels.
- Hotel Suggestions: We can provide recommendations for nearby hotels based on your preferences and budget.
Feel free to explore online booking platforms for the most cost-effective options.
Do you offer customized training for organizations?
Yes, we provide tailored training solutions designed to meet the specific needs of your organization. Customized courses can be delivered either in-person or online, and you can select the dates and duration that best fit your schedule. For more details, please contact us at [email protected]
What types of training formats do you offer?
We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
- Online Training: Join live online sessions from anywhere, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or who prefer remote learning.
- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
Can you assist with visa arrangements?
Yes, we can help by issuing an official Letter of Invitation once you’ve confirmed your training registration, which can assist in your visa application process.
Who will be the senior consultant leading the training?
We are happy to share the profiles of our expert instructors. To learn more about their qualifications and experience, please contact us [email protected]
