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Analysing Data using the Advanced features of Power Bi including Data Analytics Expressions

This one-day course equips participants with essential skills in Data Analytics Expressions (DAX) for business intelligence using Power BI, empowering you to leverage data for insightful reporting and strategic decision-making.

 

Course overview

Gain proficiency in creating calculated columns, measures, and visualisations that enhance data-driven business insights.

Delivered face-to-face at our main campus, this course offers practical training on the DAX language for Power BI, including creating DAX calculations, utilising advanced functions, and optimising data handling. The session combines theoretical concepts with hands-on exercises, fostering a comprehensive understanding of DAX for enhanced data analytics.

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Course details

What you study

The course content includes:

> An introduction to DAX language and its importance in Power BI
> Basics of DAX syntax and creating calculated columns
> Understanding measures and exploring aggregated functions
> Developing time intelligence and advanced DAX functions for complex calculations
> Integrating DAX calculations into Power BI reports and dashboards
> Optimisation techniques for large datasets
> Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies to reinforce learning.

How you learn

How you are assessed

With no formal assessments, this unaccredited CPD course allows participants to focus on developing practical skills without the pressure of exams, encouraging the application of knowledge directly in the workplace.

 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Participants should have basic skills in Microsoft Power BI and a foundational understanding of data analytics. No degree is required.

 

Employability

Career opportunities

Ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their data analytics skills, this course enables participants to create impactful Power BI reports, perform advanced data calculations, and contribute to data-driven decision-making. These skills open doors to career opportunities across data-centric roles in business intelligence, data analysis, and management.

 
 

Part-time

2025-26 entry

Fee for applicants:
£300

a person (no VAT)

  • Length: 1 day

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