Power BI course selector infographic
| Course code | Course title |
| QAPBIRDB | Microsoft Power BI Reports and Dashboards for Business Users |
| QAPBIDE | Microsoft Power BI Desktop Essentials |
| QAPBISERV | Power BI Service |
| QAPBIDT3 | Power BI Desktop for Business Users |
| QAPBIDESK | Power BI Desktop for Technical Users |
| QAPBIDESK2 | Power BI Desktop Intermediate |
| QAPBIVIS | Power BI Data Visualisation |
| QAPBIDAX | Using DAX in Power BI |
| MPL300 | Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst |
Overview
Power BI is part of the suite of tools from Microsoft which enable data to be analysed and visualised from a variety of sources.
With Power BI Desktop, you get a report authoring tool that enables you to connect to and query data from different sources using the Query Editor. From the datasets you can add visuals and create interactive reports.
In this half day taster session, attendees will learn how to connect Excel workbooks to Microsoft Power BI Desktop. You will carry out basic data modelling in the data using the Query Editor and then add visuals to a report.
Please note that this course is not suitable for new Excel users.
Prerequisites
- An understanding of basic data types
- Ability to create and format charts
Learning Outcomes
- Power BI concepts and main features
- Loading excel data into Power BI Desktop
- Apply common query tasks to shape data in Power BI
- Explore data visuals
Course Outline
Getting Started with Power BI Desktop
- Power BI concepts
- Introduction to main features
Connecting Excel Data to Power BI Desktop
- Using Get Data to connect to Excel workbooks
- Selecting the data to use
- Setting the data type
- Overview of relationships in Power BI Desktop
Common Data Preparation Activities using the Query Editor
- Introducing the Query Editor
- Filters
- Split column and extract
Adding Visuals to a Report
- Tables
- Charts
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How do QA’s virtual classroom courses work?
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How do QA’s online courses work?
QA online courses, also commonly known as distance learning courses or elearning courses, take the form of interactive software designed for individual learning, but you will also have access to full support from our subject-matter experts for the duration of your course. When you book a QA online learning course you will receive immediate access to it through our e-learning platform and you can start to learn straight away, from any compatible device. Access to the online learning platform is valid for one year from the booking date.
All courses are built around case studies and presented in an engaging format, which includes storytelling elements, video, audio and humour. Every case study is supported by sample documents and a collection of Knowledge Nuggets that provide more in-depth detail on the wider processes.
When will I receive my joining instructions?
Joining instructions for QA courses are sent two weeks prior to the course start date, or immediately if the booking is confirmed within this timeframe. For course bookings made via QA but delivered by a third-party supplier, joining instructions are sent to attendees prior to the training course, but timescales vary depending on each supplier’s terms. Read more FAQs.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates of Achievement are issued at the end the course, either as a hard copy or via email. Read more here.