Business Intelligence & Visualization · PPL

Power BI Data Analyst Certification

Learn Microsoft Power BI to analyze data, build interactive dashboards, create reports, and deliver actionable business insights through modern business intelligence techniques.

  • 3 DaysDuration
  • PPLAccredited
  • 3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ₹10,999.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Introduction to Power BI

  • Business Intelligence Fundamentals
  • Power BI Ecosystem
  • Power BI Desktop Overview
  • Power BI Workflow
  • Industry Applications

Module 2: Data Preparation with Power Query

  • Connecting Data Sources
  • Data Cleaning
  • Data Transformation
  • Merge Queries
  • Append Queries

Module 3: Data Modeling

  • Tables and Relationships
  • Star Schema
  • Snowflake Schema
  • Model Design
  • Data Modeling Best Practices

Module 4: DAX Fundamentals

  • DAX Basics
  • Measures
  • Calculated Columns
  • Variables
  • Common DAX Functions

Module 5: Data Visualization

  • Column Charts
  • Line Charts
  • Pie Charts
  • Maps
  • Tables and Matrix Visuals

Module 6: Interactive Dashboard Development

  • Dashboard Design
  • Slicers
  • Drill-Down
  • Drill-Through
  • Tooltips

Module 7: Advanced Reporting

  • KPI Dashboards
  • Executive Reports
  • Operational Reports
  • Report Navigation
  • Bookmarks

Module 8: Power BI Service

  • Publishing Reports
  • Workspaces
  • Dashboards
  • Collaboration
  • Report Sharing

Module 9: Data Refresh and Connectivity

  • Import Mode
  • DirectQuery
  • Live Connection
  • Scheduled Refresh
  • Gateway Configuration

Module 10: Business Analytics

  • Trend Analysis
  • Comparative Analysis
  • Forecasting
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Business Insights

Module 11: Row-Level Security

  • Security Concepts
  • User Roles
  • Data Access Control
  • Security Testing
  • Best Practices

Module 12: Performance Optimization

  • Performance Analyzer
  • Query Optimization
  • Model Optimization
  • Report Performance
  • Resource Management

Module 13: Power BI Integration

  • Excel Integration
  • SQL Database Integration
  • SharePoint Integration
  • Microsoft 365 Integration
  • Cloud Data Sources

Module 14: Data Governance

  • Data Quality
  • Metadata
  • Documentation
  • Governance Practices
  • Data Standards

Module 15: Business Reporting Best Practices

  • Dashboard Standards
  • Storytelling with Data
  • Effective Visualizations
  • Executive Communication
  • Report Design

Module 16: Power BI Administration

  • Workspace Management
  • Dataset Management
  • User Management
  • Permissions
  • Monitoring

Module 17: Automation

  • Scheduled Refresh
  • Report Distribution
  • Alerts
  • Data Refresh Monitoring
  • Workflow Automation

Module 18: Troubleshooting

  • Data Loading Issues
  • Relationship Errors
  • DAX Errors
  • Performance Issues
  • Debugging Techniques

Module 19: Collaboration

  • Team Reporting
  • Shared Workspaces
  • Version Management
  • Feedback Process
  • Report Maintenance

Module 20: Enterprise Reporting

  • Department Dashboards
  • Sales Analytics
  • Finance Reporting
  • HR Reporting
  • Operations Reporting

Module 21: Power BI Best Practices

  • Reusable Data Models
  • Report Documentation
  • Performance Standards
  • Deployment Best Practices
  • Continuous Improvement

Module 22: Power BI Data Analyst Project

  • Business Data Analysis
  • Interactive Dashboard Development
  • KPI Reporting
  • Business Insight Presentation
  • Final Project Presentation
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.

Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor on-site
  • Printed workbook & materials
  • Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • Live instructor via video call
  • Digital workbook & resources
  • Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • On-demand video lessons
  • Interactive quizzes
  • 24/7 access on any device
— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Understand Power BI architecture and business intelligence concepts.

02

Prepare, clean, and transform data using Power Query.

03

Build efficient data models and relationships.

04

Create measures and calculations using DAX.

05

Design professional dashboards and interactive reports.

06

Publish and manage reports using Power BI Service.

07

Optimize report performance and implement security features.

08

Develop business intelligence solutions that support informed decision-making.

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Power BI?
Power BI is Microsoft's business intelligence platform used to connect, analyze, visualize, and share business data through interactive dashboards and reports.
Is prior Power BI experience required?
No. Basic knowledge of Excel and data analysis concepts is helpful, but the course begins with Power BI fundamentals before progressing to more advanced topics.
Does the course include practical projects?
Yes. Participants build interactive dashboards, perform business data analysis, create reports, and complete hands-on Power BI projects based on real-world business scenarios.
Which tools are covered?
The course covers Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, Power Query, DAX fundamentals, data modeling, dashboards, report publishing, and Microsoft ecosystem integration.
What skills will I gain?
You will learn data preparation, data modeling, DAX calculations, dashboard development, business reporting, data visualization, Power BI Service management, and business intelligence best practices.
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