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Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to Tableau Desktop
- Business Intelligence Fundamentals
- Tableau Desktop Overview
- Tableau Interface
- Tableau Workflow
- Industry Applications
Module 2: Connecting to Data
- Excel Data Sources
- CSV Files
- SQL Databases
- Cloud Data Sources
- Data Connection Management
Module 3: Data Preparation
- Data Cleaning
- Data Transformation
- Joins
- Unions
- Data Relationships
Module 4: Tableau Data Model
- Data Source Management
- Dimensions and Measures
- Data Types
- Metadata
- Data Organization
Module 5: Building Visualizations
- Bar Charts
- Line Charts
- Pie Charts
- Maps
- Scatter Plots
Module 6: Dashboard Development
- Dashboard Layout
- Containers
- Interactive Dashboards
- Dashboard Formatting
- Dashboard Best Practices
Module 7: Filters and Parameters
- Filters
- Quick Filters
- Parameters
- Parameter Controls
- Dynamic Filtering
Module 8: Calculated Fields
- Basic Calculations
- Logical Functions
- Date Functions
- String Functions
- Numeric Calculations
Module 9: Table Calculations
- Running Totals
- Ranking
- Percent of Total
- Moving Average
- Window Calculations
Module 10: Level of Detail (LOD) Expressions
- FIXED Expressions
- INCLUDE Expressions
- EXCLUDE Expressions
- Aggregation Techniques
- Business Scenarios
Module 11: Interactive Analytics
- Drill-Down Analysis
- Highlight Actions
- Filter Actions
- URL Actions
- Dashboard Navigation
Module 12: Storytelling with Data
- Story Points
- Business Narratives
- Executive Reporting
- Insight Presentation
- Data Communication
Module 13: Advanced Charts
- Heat Maps
- Tree Maps
- Box Plots
- Dual Axis Charts
- Combined Charts
Module 14: Dashboard Performance
- Performance Recording
- Query Optimization
- Dashboard Optimization
- Efficient Visualizations
- Best Practices
Module 15: Tableau Prep Basics
- Data Preparation
- Data Cleaning
- Flow Creation
- Data Transformation
- Output Management
Module 16: Publishing and Sharing
- Publishing Workbooks
- Sharing Dashboards
- Exporting Reports
- Collaboration
- Version Management
Module 17: Security and Permissions
- User Permissions
- Data Security
- Access Management
- Project Organization
- Governance Best Practices
Module 18: Business Reporting
- KPI Dashboards
- Executive Dashboards
- Sales Analytics
- Financial Reporting
- Operational Reporting
Module 19: Integration with Enterprise Data
- SQL Integration
- Cloud Data Platforms
- Excel Integration
- API Connectivity
- External Data Sources
Module 20: Troubleshooting and Optimization
- Error Resolution
- Data Refresh Issues
- Performance Tuning
- Dashboard Maintenance
- Quality Assurance
Module 21: Tableau Development Best Practices
- Dashboard Design Standards
- Documentation
- Reusable Components
- Collaboration
- Production Readiness
Module 22: Tableau Desktop Project
- Business Data Analysis
- Interactive Dashboard Development
- KPI Dashboard Creation
- Business Insight Presentation
- Final Project Presentation
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device