Modern organizations rely on data to guide revenue planning, operational efficiency, and performance tracking. However, many teams still depend on static spreadsheets and manual reporting processes. This 2-day instructor-led Microsoft Power BI training equips participants with the foundational skills required to transition from traditional Excel reporting to structured, interactive business intelligence dashboards.
The course begins with a clear introduction to Microsoft Power BI as a service, including its ecosystem, subscription structure, and how Power BI Desktop connects with the Power BI Service. Participants gain confidence navigating the interface and understanding how Power BI fits within an enterprise reporting environment.
The program then focuses on connecting and modeling data. Participants learn how to:
Import data from Excel and databases
Understand datasets within Power BI
Build and manage table relationships
Apply basic data modeling concepts
Data rarely arrives clean and analysis-ready. Using Power Query, participants learn how to cleanse, format, and transform raw datasets. They explore consolidating multiple sources through merges and appends, reducing manual data preparation and improving reporting accuracy.
The course also introduces DAX fundamentals. Participants understand the difference between calculated columns and measures, use quick measures, and perform simple calculations required for KPIs and performance tracking.
Finally, participants learn to design professional Power BI reports and dashboards. They explore appropriate visuals, layout best practices, selections, and bookmarks to create interactive and management-ready reports.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Connect and transform business data confidently
Build structured reports and dashboards
Apply DAX fundamentals for meaningful metrics
Improve reporting efficiency and data accuracy
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course HRDC claimable?
Yes. This course is HRDC claimable subject to approval and compliance with HRD Corp requirements. Organizations may apply for funding support according to current HRDC guidelines.
Can this course be customized for my organization?
Yes. The course can be tailored to your organization’s industry, internal datasets, reporting requirements, and KPI structures to ensure maximum workplace relevance.
Will I learn how to build Power BI dashboards from scratch?
Yes. This course guides participants from connecting data sources to transforming data using Power Query, creating DAX calculations, and building structured Power BI reports and interactive dashboards. By the end of the training, you will be able to develop dashboards independently.
Does this course cover DAX and data modeling?
Yes. Participants are introduced to DAX fundamentals, including calculated columns, measures, and quick measures. The course also covers dataset structures and table relationships to ensure accurate and scalable data modeling.
Is this Power BI course suitable for beginners?
Yes. This course is designed for beginners and Excel users with little or no programming background. As long as you are familiar with Microsoft Excel and basic business concepts such as revenue and profitability, you can follow the course confidently.