Data Analysis using Power BI Desktop - Level 1: Report Builder

Price
$1,100.00 USD

Duration
2 Days

 

Delivery Methods
Virtual Instructor Led
Private Group

Course Overview

Want to turn raw data into meaningful insights? This hands-on course is the first in our exclusive Data Analysis using Power BI Desktop series and is designed for professionals who need to create and share impactful business reports, without writing code.

In this course, you’ll learn how to build stand-alone and multi-page Power BI reports using Power BI Desktop and the Power BI Service. From connecting to data and building visuals to applying filters, drill-throughs, and sharing dashboards, this course gives you the skills to communicate data clearly and effectively. Whether you're in finance, operations, or any business unit, these Power BI skills will help you unlock your organization’s data and drive smarter decisions.

What Is Included

  • Instructor‑led training with real Power BI use cases
  • Official courseware and supplemental materials
  • Certificate of completion
  • Hands‑on practice with Power BI Desktop and Service
  • 90‑day access to class recordings (if applicable)
  • Guaranteed‑to‑run dates
  • Flexible rescheduling options (see conditions: New Horizons FAQ & Policies)

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to build and share compelling Power BI reports and dashboards.

  • Understand Power BI’s role in the Microsoft Power Platform
  • Build simple data models using tables and relationships
  • Design interactive report visuals and multi-page narratives
  • Apply filters, drill-throughs, bookmarks, and visual interactions
  • Create and organize dashboards
  • Publish and share reports and datasets with your team

Who Should Attend?

General understanding of reporting requirements and a basic understanding of data base concepts is useful, but not required
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  • Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
  • Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
  • Private Group Training: Let our world-class instructors deliver exclusive training courses just for your employees. Our private group training is designed to promote your team’s shared growth and skill development.
  • Tailored Training Solutions: Our subject matter experts can customize the class to specifically address the unique goals of your team.

What will I learn in this course, and is it worth it?

You’ll learn how Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service enable you to design, build, and share interactive reports and dashboards. That includes working with data models, visuals, filters, drill-downs, bookmarks, and publishing tools. It’s absolutely worth it—Power BI is one of today’s most in-demand platforms for business intelligence and data analysis. By gaining hands-on experience with real reporting workflows, you’ll build job-ready skills that make your work more impactful and your role more visible to stakeholders.

Will this course help me build dashboards in Power BI Service?

Absolutely. You’ll practice building and organizing dashboards, refreshing datasets, and using tools like Q&A and Quick Insights directly in the Power BI Service.

Will I learn how to create interactive visualizations?

Yes. You’ll use filters, drill-throughs, visual interactions, bookmarks, and buttons to make your reports more dynamic, user-friendly, and effective.

Is this part of a certification path or learning series?

Yes. This course is the first in our exclusive Data Analysis using Power BI Desktop series. It’s designed as a foundation for more advanced Power BI training, including data modeling, DAX, and performance optimization.

Course Prerequisites

Basic experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and using Web Browsers. General understanding of basic database concepts is useful, but not required.

Agenda

Unit 1: Introducing Power BI

  • Power BI as Part of Power Platform
  • What is Power BI
  • Power BI Overview

Unit 2: Understanding Power BI Data Models

  • Terminology
  • Introduction to Tables & Relationships
  • Introduction to Data Model Schemas

Unit 3: Defining Reports

  • Power BI Reports
  • Overview of Report Objectives
  • Data-Driven Narratives

Unit 4: Building Power BI Desktop Reports

  • Working in Power BI Desktop
  • Creating Visuals
  • Formatting and Organizing Visuals
  • Sharing

Unit 5: Report Actions & Filtering

  • Drill-down, Drill through, and other Data Actions
  • Interactions using Filters
  • Visual Interactions
  • Bookmarks and Buttons

Unit 6: Power BI Service

  • Introduction to Power BI Service
  • Adding Reports and Data
  • Power BI Service Report Features
  • Refreshing Power BI Data

Unit 7: Building Power BI Service Dashboards

  • Building Dashboards
  • Organizing Dashboard Elements

Unit 8: Service Analytics Features

  • Understanding Dashboard Q&A
  • Quick Insights

Unit 9: Sharing Dashboards, Reports & Datasets

  • Sharing Content
  • Publish an App in Power BI
 

Upcoming Class Dates and Times

Sep 8, 9
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Oct 8, 9
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Nov 17, 18
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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