Mastering Power BI: A Comprehensive Self-Assessment Checklist for Professionals
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge required to master Power BI, a business analytics service by Microsoft. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.
Course Curriculum Module 1: Introduction to Power BI
- Overview of Power BI and its features
- Understanding the Power BI ecosystem
- Setting up a Power BI account and navigating the interface
- Connecting to data sources and importing data
Module 2: Data Preparation and Modeling
- Data preparation best practices
- Data transformation and shaping
- Creating and managing data models
- Using Power Query to clean and transform data
- Handling data errors and exceptions
Module 3: Data Visualization
- Principles of effective data visualization
- Creating interactive and dynamic visualizations
- Using various visualization tools and techniques
- Customizing visualizations and creating custom visuals
- Best practices for data storytelling
Module 4: DAX and Calculations
- Introduction to DAX and its syntax
- Creating calculated columns and measures
- Using DAX functions for data analysis
- Optimizing DAX calculations for performance
- Troubleshooting common DAX errors
Module 5: Advanced Power BI Features
- Using Power BI's advanced analytics features
- Creating and managing Power BI apps
- Using Power BI's collaboration and sharing features
- Integrating Power BI with other Microsoft tools and services
- Using Power BI's security and governance features
Module 6: Power BI Administration and Deployment
- Power BI administration and management
- Deploying and maintaining Power BI solutions
- Managing Power BI users and roles
- Monitoring and optimizing Power BI performance
- Best practices for Power BI governance
Module 7: Real-World Applications and Case Studies
- Real-world examples of Power BI in action
- Case studies of successful Power BI implementations
- Using Power BI for business intelligence and analytics
- Best practices for implementing Power BI in your organization
- Common challenges and pitfalls to avoid
Module 8: Final Project and Assessment
- Guided project to create a comprehensive Power BI solution
- Assessment and feedback on the final project
- Receiving a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content: Learn through a mix of video lessons, interactive quizzes, and hands-on projects.
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content: Stay up-to-date with the latest Power BI features and best practices.
- Personalized learning: Learn at your own pace and track your progress.
- Practical and real-world applications: Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies.
- Expert instructors: Learn from experienced professionals who are experts in Power BI.
- Certification: Receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible learning: Access the course from anywhere, on any device, at any time.
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible: Learn on-the-go, on any device.
- Community-driven: Join a community of learners and professionals to share knowledge and best practices.
- Actionable insights: Gain practical insights and knowledge that can be applied immediately.
- Hands-on projects: Apply your knowledge to real-world projects and scenarios.
- Bite-sized lessons: Learn in short, manageable chunks.
- Lifetime access: Access the course content for a lifetime.
- Gamification: Stay motivated with interactive quizzes and challenges.
- Progress tracking: Track your progress and stay on top of your learning.
What You'll Receive Upon completing the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service, which you can add to your resume, LinkedIn profile, or other professional online presence.,
Module 1: Introduction to Power BI
- Overview of Power BI and its features
- Understanding the Power BI ecosystem
- Setting up a Power BI account and navigating the interface
- Connecting to data sources and importing data
Module 2: Data Preparation and Modeling
- Data preparation best practices
- Data transformation and shaping
- Creating and managing data models
- Using Power Query to clean and transform data
- Handling data errors and exceptions
Module 3: Data Visualization
- Principles of effective data visualization
- Creating interactive and dynamic visualizations
- Using various visualization tools and techniques
- Customizing visualizations and creating custom visuals
- Best practices for data storytelling
Module 4: DAX and Calculations
- Introduction to DAX and its syntax
- Creating calculated columns and measures
- Using DAX functions for data analysis
- Optimizing DAX calculations for performance
- Troubleshooting common DAX errors
Module 5: Advanced Power BI Features
- Using Power BI's advanced analytics features
- Creating and managing Power BI apps
- Using Power BI's collaboration and sharing features
- Integrating Power BI with other Microsoft tools and services
- Using Power BI's security and governance features
Module 6: Power BI Administration and Deployment
- Power BI administration and management
- Deploying and maintaining Power BI solutions
- Managing Power BI users and roles
- Monitoring and optimizing Power BI performance
- Best practices for Power BI governance
Module 7: Real-World Applications and Case Studies
- Real-world examples of Power BI in action
- Case studies of successful Power BI implementations
- Using Power BI for business intelligence and analytics
- Best practices for implementing Power BI in your organization
- Common challenges and pitfalls to avoid
Module 8: Final Project and Assessment
- Guided project to create a comprehensive Power BI solution
- Assessment and feedback on the final project
- Receiving a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service