Duration
Data Analytics Foundation using Power BI for Executives
3 days
OVERVIEW
This course is designed to provide executives with a foundational understanding of data analytics using Power BI, a leading business intelligence tool. Participants will learn how to leverage Power BI to analyze data, gain insights, and make informed business decisions. Through hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, executives will develop practical skills in data visualization, dashboard creation, and data-driven decision-making, empowering them to drive organizational success in today's data-driven business environment.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Understand the role of data analytics in executive decision-making.
- Gain proficiency in using Power BI to analyze and visualize data.
- Learn how to create interactive dashboards and reports for business insights.
- Explore best practices for data-driven decision-making.
- Analyze real-world case studies to understand the application of Power BI in business contexts.
- Develop a data analytics mindset to drive organizational success.
AUDIENCE
Executives, senior managers, and decision-makers who want to gain foundational skills in data analytics using Power BI to drive business decisions.
PREREQUISITE
No specific prerequisites are required, but participants should have a basic understanding of business concepts and familiarity with using computer applications.
Module 1: Introduction to Data Analytics and Power BI
- Understanding the importance of data analytics in executive decision-making
- Overview of Power BI: Features, capabilities, and benefits for executives
- Case studies: Examining the impact of data analytics on business outcomes
Module 2: Getting Started with Power BI
- Introduction to Power BI interface and navigation
- Connecting to data sources: Importing and transforming data
- Hands-on exercise: Creating a simple data visualization in Power BI
Module 3: Data Visualization and Analysis
- Best practices for effective data visualization
- Exploring different visualization types and their applications
- Workshop: Creating interactive data visualizations in Power BI
Module 4: Creating Dashboards and Reports
- Designing interactive dashboards for executive insights
- Incorporating multiple visualizations into a cohesive dashboard
- Case studies: Analyzing real-world executive dashboards created with Power BI
Module 5: Data-driven Decision Making
- Understanding the role of data in driving strategic decisions
- Leveraging Power BI for data-driven decision-making processes
- Workshop: Analyzing business scenarios and making data-driven decisions using Power BI
Modul 6: Introduction to DAX in Power BI
- Introduction to DAX
- DAX context
- Measures, calculated columns and tables
- Advanced DAX
Module 7: Advanced Analytics and Beyond
- Introduction to advanced analytics features in Power BI
- Exploring predictive analytics and machine learning capabilities
- Future trends in data analytics and implications for executive decision-making
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.