Global Learning for Operational Leaders
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Introduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
In today’s data-driven world, organizations must adapt to harness the power of data for informed decision-making. Power BI, a leading business intelligence tool, enables users to convert raw data into valuable insights, empowering decision-makers to make strategic choices. The Microsoft Power BI: Data Analysis & AI Dashboards training course goes beyond the basics, exploring advanced data analytics and AI integration to elevate reporting. Participants will learn how to use Power BI’s powerful features for data loading, transformation, and visualization, enabling them to design dashboards that offer clear insights into business performance, opportunities, and challenges.
The course focuses on leveraging AI to generate predictive insights and identify hidden patterns, equipping professionals with the tools to forecast trends and understand the factors driving business outcomes.
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Fundamentals of Power BI and Data Loading
- Introduction to Power BI interface and functionalities
- Connecting to various data sources (databases, cloud, Excel, etc.)
- Data loading, cleaning, and transformation with Power Query Editor
- Coffee break
- Data loading, cleaning, and transformation with Power Query Editor (continued)
- Hands-on: Setting up and loading data for analysis
Day 2
Data Modeling and DAX for Data Analysis
- Overview of data modeling in Power BI for efficient reporting
- Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for calculations and custom measures
- Using DAX to create calculated columns, measures, and more complex formulas
- Coffee break
- Using DAX to create calculated columns, measures, and more complex formulas (continued)
- Hands-on: Building a data model and using DAX for data analysis
Day 3
Designing Dashboards for Data Analysis
- Principles of effective data visualization for business insights
- Creating dynamic and interactive dashboards with visuals (charts, KPIs, tables)
- Adding drill-throughs, tooltips, and interactive slicers for user experience
- Best practices in dashboard design for clear and concise data storytelling
- Coffee break
- Best practices in dashboard design for clear and concise data storytelling (continued)
- Hands-on: Designing a data analysis dashboard with Power BI visuals
Day 4
Integrating AI and Machine Learning in Power BI
- Overview of AI features in Power BI: Q&A visual, AI visuals, and Cognitive Services
- Using the Key Influencers visual to analyze factors impacting outcomes
- AI-driven clustering and segmentation of data for deeper insights
- Coffee break
- AI-driven clustering and segmentation of data for deeper insights (continued)
- Applying forecasting models and time-series analysis
- Hands-on: Creating AI-driven visuals to identify patterns and insights
Day 5
Advanced Reporting and Publishing AI Dashboards
- Integrating Power BI dashboards with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
- Publishing and sharing dashboards securely in Power BI Service
- Optimizing dashboards for performance and mobile access
- Coffee break
- Optimizing dashboards for performance and mobile access (continued)
- Final hands-on project: Creating an AI-powered dashboard to demonstrate business insights
- Course wrap-up and Q&A
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Microsoft Power BI: Data Analysis & AI Dashboards cover?
This course covers IT Management and Cyber Security through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 12 - 16 October 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, London, Munich, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala lumpur.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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