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Introduction to Power BI

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Gain insights into your data!  Power BI (business intelligence) is a widely used business analytics service offered by Microsoft. Power BI Desktop is a complete data analysis and report creation tool that you install for free. 
 
In this course, you will discover how to quickly extract, transform, and load data with just a few clicks. You will create interactive visualizations (charts, maps, KPIs) to provide you with insights into your company’s data to make informed decisions.

Unit 1
  • Overview
  • Power BI Components
  • Install Power BI Desktop (free software)
  • Getting started
Unit 2 - Connect with Data Sources
  • Types of data sources
  • Import Excel and text files
  • Connect to databases (Access)
  • Import data from the Web 

Unit 3 - Transform Data
  • Introduction to Power Query
  • Shape data
  • Filter data
  • Understand the Data Model
Unit 4 - Creating Reports
 
  • Overview
  • Create visuals
  • Format reports
  • Share your files

Class Details

8 Session(s)
Online 24/7

Location
Online

Instructor
Marion Williams 

CEUs : 1.6

 

Notice

Please read:  You will receive a classroom invitation by email on the Wednesday or Thursday prior to the class start date. You will need to accept the invitation in order to access the class. All instruction and support will be provided by LERN. If you don't receive your invitation before the class start date, please email us at ncal@normandale.edu.

Tuition: 

$195.00


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Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
4/1/2024 - 4/26/2024 Online 24/7 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM N/A - Online Marion Williams 

Other Class Offerings

Introduction to Power BI
ID: 66400

06/03/24 - 06/28/24
Online 24/7

Location
Online

Instructor
Marion Williams

Contact Us!

ncal@normandale.edu - 952.358.8343
Normandale Community College - Continuing Education

9700 France Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55431

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