Introduction to Data Visualisation with Power BI

Don't miss this opportunity to master one of the most powerful Business Intelligence tools in the industry. Join us for our Introduction to Data Visualisation with Power BI training course and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

What You'll Learn:
⍟ The fundamentals of Power BI and its capabilities
⍟ How to connect, transform, and visualise data effectively
⍟ Best practices for creating interactive dashboards and reports

⍟ 25th February
⍟ R3 975.00 ex VAT
⍟ MS Teams

⍟SACPCMP - 0,6 Points
⍟ Prerequisite: Delegates are advised to have the Power Bi installed on their desktop and ensure that it operates well before the training runs.

Register now and start your journey toward data excellence!
training@ecs.co.za / + 27 11 803 3008

Target Audience:

Beginners eager to dive into PowerBI, professionals craving quick data visualisation mastery, and aspiring data visionaries ready to manage diverse data relationships can all benefit from this comprehensive guide.

Course Objectives:
The course aims to equip participants with the skills to transform raw data into actionable
insights using Power BI
• Understanding Power BI: Gain a comprehensive understanding of Power BI's
interface and capabilities.
• Data Connection and Transformation: Learn how to connect to various data
sources and clean and transform data using Power Query2.
• Building Data Models: Develop data models and establish relationships
between different datasets.

• Creating Visualizations: Craft compelling visualizations such as charts and
graphs and personalize them for maximum impact.
• Dashboard Creation: Design dynamic and interactive dashboards and utilize
filters and slicers to enhance user experience.
• Sharing Reports: Publish and share reports and dashboards with appropriate
permissions and access controls.
• Hands-on Practice: Engage in hands-on exercises and real-world projects to
apply theoretical knowledge.

Course Content:
1. Overview of PowerBI's Transformative Capabilities
• Topics: Introduction to PowerBI, its benefits, and key features.
2.Lightning-Fast Installation and Setup
• Topics: Installing PowerBI Desktop and setting up your workspace.
3. Navigating PowerBI's User-Friendly Interface
• Topics: Overview of the PowerBI interface, menu options, and key functionalities.
4 Connecting and Transforming Data
4.1. Importing Data from Various Sources
• Topics: How to import data from Excel, databases, web sources, and other
formats.
4.2. Mastering the Art of Data Cleaning and Transformation
• Topics: Techniques for cleaning, filtering, and transforming data within
PowerBI.

4.3. Building Robust Relationships Between Different Datasets
• Topics: Creating relationships between tables and data models.
5. Building Visualizations
5.1. Crafting Compelling Charts and Graphs
• Topics: Creating various types of visualizations like bar charts, line graphs,
and pie charts.
5.2. Personalizing Visualizations for Maximum Impact
• Topics: Customizing visualizations with colors, labels, and themes.
5.3. Adding Interactivity and Managing Relationships Visually
• Topics: Adding interactive elements like tooltips, drill-throughs, and slicers.
6. Dashboard Creation and Sharing
6.1. Designing Dynamic and Interactive Dashboards
• Topics: Combining visualizations into dashboards and using layout options.
6.2. Harnessing the Power of Filters and Slicers
• Topics: Implementing filters and slicers to control data views.
6.3. Publishing and Sharing Reports with Seamless Data Relationships on PowerBI
Service
• Topics: Publishing reports to PowerBI Service and setting up sharing options.

Course Methodology:
• Engaging instructor-led sessions
• Interactive hands-on exercises with a focus on managing data relationships
• Opportunities for questions and discussions throughout the day
• Access to a sample dataset for hands-on practice

Materials Provided: -
• Workshop slides and reference materials

Certification: -
• Delegates will receive the certificates upon completion of the course.