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Becoming a Pro with Power BI

What You'll Learn in Becoming a Pro with Power BI

Course Length

12 hours (2 days)

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the ETL process
  • Understand Data Modeling
  • Define and manage relationships
  • Use Quick measures and Time Intelligence functions
  • Create reports using visual Hierarchies, Drill Downs and Slicers
  • Create Bookmarks
  • Use Parameters, filters, and Conditional formatting in reports
  • Work with additional built-in analytical tools

Target Student

The course is targeted towards Business Analysts, Business Intelligence Developers, and Reporting Professionals.

Course Outline

This course focuses on Power BI Desktop and expands on the concepts learned from The Fundamentals of Power BI course. Participants will delve further into the Power Query Editor, Data Modeling, DAX functions, and creating more complex Reports. A variety of practical examples are used throughout the course.


Section 1: Power Query Editor

Review the ETL Process

Column Profile, Distribution, and Quality

Insert Columns Using Different Methods

Work with Query Parameters

Debug Errors

Fuzzy Match

Duplicate Versus Reference Queries

Set Query Options

Query Dependencies


Section 2: Data Modeling

What Is Data Modeling?

Model Relationships

Modeling Options

Convert Flat File into Data Model

What Is Star Schema?

Understand Relationship Types

One to One

Many to Many

Active Versus Inactive

Bi-directional


Section 3: DAX

Quick Measures

Time Intelligence Functions

Create Date Table

Work with Time Dependent Data

Compute Visual Totals Accurately 


Section 4: Reports

Filters Versus Slicers

Creating Hierarchies

Visual Hierarchies and Drill Downs

Drill Through

Apply Conditional Formatting

Define Visual Interactions

Use Analytics Pane

Insert Objects

Create Bookmarks

Create Key Influencer and Other New Visuals

Analyze Visual Data

Becoming a Pro with Power BI

Upcoming Classes

All Public classes are held online
with a live instructor
Dates Price Qty
January 27-28, 2025
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$1,495.00 Online
March 13-14, 2025
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$1,495.00 Online
October 28-29, 2025
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
$1,495.00 Online
* Applicable taxes will be applied on checkout

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The Great Canadian Training & Consulting Company Advantage

When you train with us, your training will not just check a box. We make sure it is GREAT!

  • Experienced Trainers
  • Learn or Come Back Free Policy on Public Classes
  • 24/7 After Training Support

All of our courses include

PDF Reference Guide

Want a summary of what you’ve learned? Save paper and use your PDF Reference Guide, accessible on any of your devices.


Certificate of Completion

Boost your credentials with a Certificate of Completion, confirming the skills you’ve acquired with us.


24/7 After-Training Support

Receive a 30-day after-training support voucher, offering assistance as you apply your new skills on the job. Need help with a specific step? We’re here to provide extra support and clarity even after you’ve left the class!


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Printed Reference Guide

While we love technology, we understand that there is something about having a paper copy. Add a printed reference guide to your training, which we will have shipped to your location.


Extended After-Training Support

Extend your support beyond the standard 30 days for ongoing assistance.


Can I customize my course?
OF COURSE!

Customized to meet your unique needs

We can customize your training to fit your exact needs, whether it's making small adjustments or creating entirely new courses. From setting specific objectives and including your own files to addressing unique challenges, we're here to help. We can even tailor the training to align more closely with how you work and to fit perfectly into your schedule. Our goal is to provide training that's as unique as your goals.


Use your own files instead of our exercise files

You can opt to use your working files in your private training sessions (instead of our standard exercise files). This allows you to see how the lessons apply directly to your day-to-day role and get work done while you train—a true win-win!


Access to your recorded session for 60 days

You can request your private session be recorded. You can have access for 60 days to revisit what you’ve learned.