What will I learn?

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The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the ability to create and manage Power BI data sources, reports and dashboards. Delegates will gain an understanding of the components and functionality of Power BI and the role of both Power BI Desktop and the Power BI Service. As most of the work involved in creating reports is carried out in the Desktop, the main part of the course will focus on Power BI Desktop.

On completion of this course delegates will be able to understand the key stages of working with Power BI including Data Sources, Transforming Datasets, Adding Measures, Visualisations, and Publishing Reports.

To attend this beginners session, little or no experience of Power BI is required. However, a general understanding of Business Intelligence reporting, relational databases and Excel, in particular formulas and Pivot Tables, would be helpful.

 

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  • Two day course
  • Up to 10 delegates
  • Flexible in-house training dates
  • Face-to-face training
  • In-house or a venue of choice
  • Virtual training option
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Duncan Dickinson

With over two decades of experience in training and consultancy, Duncan has supported a wide range of organisations in harnessing the full potential of Microsoft 365 applications. His specialist knowledge in Power BI, alongside Power Automate, SharePoint, Power Apps, and Project Online, equips him to deliver practical insights into how these tools can drive efficiency and process improvement. Duncan’s blended approach—combining technical know-how with real-world application—offers organisations a clear, strategic perspective on how to transform their workflows using Microsoft technologies.

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Full Microsoft Power BI Foundation Training Course Content

DAY 1

Introduction to Power BI

  • Power BI Desktop
  • Power BI Service

Data Sources

  • Loading Data
  • Navigator Window

Transforming Datasets

  • Filtering Data
  • Cleansing Data

Extending Datasets and Models

  • Aggregating Data
  • Relationships
  • Calculated Columns

Adding Measures

  • Basic Aggregation
  • Filter Measures

Text Based Visuals

  • Tables
  • Matrix

Chart Based Visualisations 

  • Basic Charts
  • Pie and Donut Charts

Publishing Reports

  • Publishing To Powerbi.Com

DAY 2

Chart Based Visualisations 

  • Funnel Charts
  • Waterfall Charts
  • Drill Down

Enhanced Visualisations 

  • Maps
  • Tree Maps
  • Gauges
  • KPIs
  • Custom Visuals

Data Filtering

  • Text Filters
  • Date Filters
  • Number Filters

Slicers

  • Adding Slicers
  • Formatting Slicers

Enhancing Dashboards

  • Annotating Reports
  • Adding Shapes
  • Bookmarks
  • Navigation

Publishing Reports

  • Workspaces
  • Dashboards
  • Subscriptions and Alerts
  • Create Report from published data sets
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Completing our Power BI training course will give you additional skills you need to help support your career development.

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All our trainers are qualified and experienced Power BI trainers that will deliver the highest level of training to you and your team.

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Working together with our clients, understanding their needs and desired learning outcomes, to deliver a personalised learning solution.

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Before Training

Our Skills Assessment will ensure staff attend the correct level of training. Based on results, we will organise the training sessions required, who will take them and the level to best match the skills needed.

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We provide first class training with highly experienced trainers. Courses include lots of exercises, practise and interactivity throughout, maximising learning whether delivered online or at your offices.

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After Training

We will grant you organisation free access to our suite of online Power BI resources. In addition, we provide free post training support to ensure your staff utilise their new skills effectively.

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