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Building a Dashboard with Power BI

You leave with a simple interactive dashboard that answers clear questions using training data.

Supervised by ⁨Abdullah Al-Shammari⁩Presented by Maha, Ali and Khlood, ZERAX’s virtual trainers

340490

per learner

You save 150 SAR (30%)

  • The early-registration price is for whoever registers now. Nothing to pay today; we write the day the training opens.

About the training

The training introduces you to building a dashboard in Power BI Desktop, starting with importing and cleaning data, then creating indicators, charts and filters. The application work focuses on a small model whose numbers can be checked.

What you will learn

After this training, you will be able to:

  1. 1

    Import a data file and carry out basic cleaning steps.

  2. 2

    Link two tables with a suitable relationship in a simple example.

  3. 3

    Create aggregate measures, charts and filters.

  4. 4

    Review the numbers and design an easy-to-read dashboard.

The programme

Five units of two hours each. Suggested pace: five meetings or learning sessions of two hours each, over one to two weeks, as the learner's schedule allows.

Level
Beginner
Language
English
Suggested pace
10 training hours including activities and assessment
  1. 1

    Getting started and preparing the data

    • The Power BI Desktop interface and importing a file30 minutes
    • Cleaning types and values with Power Query30 minutes
    • Application and comprehension check: preparing a data table ready for analysis1 hour

    2 hours

  2. 2

    The data model

    • Tables, keys and relationships30 minutes
    • Avoiding duplication and understanding the effect of filtering30 minutes
    • Application and comprehension check: linking a transactions table to a categories table1 hour

    2 hours

  3. 3

    Indicators and measures

    • The difference between columns and measures30 minutes
    • An introduction to SUM, COUNTROWS and DIVIDE30 minutes
    • Application and comprehension check: calculating a total, a count and a simple ratio1 hour

    2 hours

  4. 4

    Designing the dashboard

    • Choosing charts and laying out the page elements30 minutes
    • Filters, interaction and indicator titles30 minutes
    • Application and comprehension check: building a dashboard page and reviewing its clarity1 hour

    2 hours

  5. 5

    The applied project

    • Framing business questions and checking the answers30 minutes
    • Testing numbers and filters and documenting limitations30 minutes
    • Application and comprehension check: submitting the dashboard file and a summary of results1 hour

    2 hours

What sets this training apart

  • (01)ZERAX Academy

    10 hours

    Of training, activities and assessment

    Suggested self-paced content on ZERAX, with virtual trainer support and feedback on activities

  • (02)ZERAX Academy

    5 units

    Each unit lasts two hours

    Short activities tied to situations at university and at the start of work

  • (03)ZERAX Academy

    Project

    Project submitted against a checklist

    A defined project that can be added to the learner's portfolio after review

The project and what you leave with

A PBIX file with one dashboard containing key indicators, charts, filters and a summary interpreting the results.

Suggested completion method: finishing the lessons and activities and submitting the project against a checklist covering the accuracy, completeness and clarity of its presentation. ZERAX approves the assessment policy and the issuing of the completion certificate before launch.

Who this training is for

Basic knowledge of spreadsheets and a Windows computer that supports Power BI Desktop. The project uses a local file only; sharing reports through the service may need a suitable licence.

  • Students of business, finance, engineering and information technology.
  • Anyone who uses spreadsheets and wants to present their results visually.

Who it is not for

  • Anyone looking for advanced data engineering or management of enterprise Power BI environments.

Before you start

Can I do the training on my phone?

The content can be read on a phone, but the application work needs a computer able to run Power BI Desktop.

How much time do I need?

The training totals ten hours, including the lessons, the application work and the project; they can be spread over five sessions of two hours each.

Can it be offered to a university group?

A proposed offer can be prepared for the group; delivery, support and cost arrangements are agreed with ZERAX.

Register now and start at the early-registration price when the training opens

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