Power BI Course – Basic (English)
After completing this 2-day Power BI Basic training, you will be able to create advanced analyses, build interactive reports, and develop data models in Power BI. This is an ideal course for people who are starting with Power BI.
What will I learn?
During the 2-day Power BI Basic course, you will work on many exercises and practical examples. After completing this course, you will be able to apply all key components of Power BI.
- The different components and basic usage of Power BI
- Importing data from different data sources
- Connecting various data sources and creating relationships
- Building an efficient and simple data model
- The importance of date tables and how to create them
- Visualizing information and creating reports
- Publishing and sharing reports via Power BI Online
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for business consultants, HR staff, marketers, sales, logistics and finance employees, analysts, registered controllers (RC), business controllers, accountants (RA and AA), financial specialists, BI specialists, financial professionals, and other experienced Excel users who want to build BI dashboards.
It is also suitable for users who want to learn more about Microsoft Power BI Desktop, combine and analyze various datasets, visualize data outside of Excel, share data visualizations online, and work with larger datasets.
Prerequisites
To get the most out of this Power BI Basics course, you should have an advanced level of Excel knowledge. For example, you should be able to create pivot tables and use (basic) formulas in Excel. Unsure whether to choose the Power BI Basic or the Power BI Advanced training in English? Contact us for free advice, call (+31) 020 – 820 83 62 or use our contact form.
Blended Learning at SignOn
The classroom and online Power BI training is supported by the digital SignOn Learning Environment, which includes an introduction video, up-to-date course materials, various exercises, and a handy Power BI installation guide to help you prepare for your training.
At SignOn, learning doesn’t stop after completing this two-day training. You can ask questions to our trainers for up to one year, gain access to the learning portal with extra exercises and useful tips & tricks, receive monthly update videos about the latest Power BI features, and get invited to a free webinar. This unique teaching method enhances your learning results.
Practical information
Duration: 2 days
Language: English
Course materials: You receive digital English-language course materials, including a PDF reference guide and access to a learning portal with exercises and monthly update videos for one year.
Format: Virtual classroom via Microsoft Teams, classroom at a location in the Netherlands, or in-company tailored to your organisation.
Exam voucher: Not included. The course prepares you for further Microsoft certification, but no exam voucher is part of this training.
Certificate of Completion
After the training you will receive a certificate of completion that proves your newly acquired Power BI knowledge.
Follow-up course
After completing the Power BI Basic course, the logical next step is the Power BI Course – Advanced training. In that course, you go deeper into DAX, advanced data modelling, and more complex report design. It’s the right choice if you want to work more independently and build more powerful analyses in Power BI.
Exclusive aftercare
Any questions after the Power BI Basic training course? Please contact your trainer at [email protected]. You will receive a quick response with extra explanation; by phone or e-mail. This aftercare service is exclusively for participants of our training courses.
Meet your trainer
This training is delivered by one of our Power BI experts. They have years of experience and up-to-date knowledge. They understand the challenges you face in your daily work and provide practical tips and tricks. In addition to delivering training, they also work as Power BI consultants. Meet our Power BI trainers:
Jeroen
Freddy
Frequently asked questions
What will I learn in the Power BI Basic course?
In the Power BI Basic course, you learn to import and clean data from sources like Excel, SharePoint, and SQL databases, build data models with relationships and hierarchies, and create interactive reports and dashboards. You also get an introduction to DAX formulas and learn how to publish and share reports via Power BI Online or Microsoft Teams.
What prior knowledge do I need for the Power BI Basic course?
The Power BI Basic course requires a solid working knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and basic formulas. No programming experience is needed. If you are unsure whether your background is sufficient, feel free to contact us before booking.
Can I follow the Power BI Basic course online?
Yes, the Power BI Basic course is available as a live virtual classroom via Microsoft Teams, taught by a certified trainer in real time. You can also attend in person at a location in the Netherlands, or arrange an in-company session for your team.
How many participants are in a Power BI Basic group?
Each Power BI Basic session has a maximum of 12 participants. This keeps the group small enough for personal attention, practical questions, and examples tailored to your own work situation.
What is the difference between the Power BI Basic and Power BI Advanced course?
The Power BI Basic course is designed for participants who are new to Power BI and covers the fundamentals of data import, modelling, and visualisation. The Power BI Advanced course builds on this foundation and goes deeper into DAX, advanced modelling techniques, and complex report design. It is the right next step once you are comfortable with the basics.
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