Microsoft Power BI Getting Started
Power BI Desktop is part of the suite of tools from Microsoft which enable data to be analysed and published from a variety of sources. With Power BI Desktop, you get a report authoring tool that enables you to connect to and query data from different sources using the Query Editor. From the datasets you build with Query Editor you can create Reports and Visualizations or dashboards within Power BI Desktop. Reports can then be published. This course covers the use of Power BI Desktop to connect to data, create… More
- 1 Day
- Online or in person
- Private courses available
Course overview Back to top
Power BI Desktop is part of the suite of tools from Microsoft which enable data to be analysed and published from a variety of sources.
With Power BI Desktop, you get a report authoring tool that enables you to connect to and query data from different sources using the Query Editor. From the datasets you build with Query Editor you can create Reports and Visualizations or dashboards within Power BI Desktop. Reports can then be published.
This course covers the use of Power BI Desktop to connect to data, create Visualizations, query the data and publish reports.
This course does not cover MS Power BI Pro, Power BI accessed via Office 365 or SharePoint Services.
Prerequisites
- Please note that this course is not suitable for new Excel or database users
Excel Level 3 and above knowledge and experience required
An understanding of basic data concepts
Ability to create, format chart outputs
Included
- Comprehensive course materials and exercises
Course content Back to top
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Introduction to Power BI Desktop
What is Power BI Desktop
Power BI Desktop Environment -
Importing and Connecting to data sources
Difference between Importing and Connecting
Databases
Excel
Text file
Relationships -
Querying and Shaping Data
Filtering
Sorting
Understanding applied steps
Manipulating columns
Data Types
Custom columns -
Visualisations
Charts
Tables
Maps
Matrices
Slicers -
Report Elements and Output options
Formatting the report
Adding graphics, shapes and text boxes
Report Filters
Export as csv
Public dates and prices Back to top
Prices are per delegate and exclude VAT.
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Wednesday 2 December 2026
£545+ VAT
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Thursday 10 December 2026
£495+ VAT
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Monday 25 January 2027
£495+ VAT
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Tuesday 30 March 2027
£495+ VAT
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Wednesday 19 May 2027
£495+ VAT
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Monday 19 July 2027
£495+ VAT
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Wednesday 11 August 2027
£495+ VAT
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Monday 27 September 2027
£495+ VAT
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Wednesday 3 November 2027
£495+ VAT
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Thursday 9 December 2027
£495+ VAT
Can't make these dates? Ask about a private course on a date that suits you.
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What delegates say Back to top
Following this training what are you going to do differently
“I am going to be turning my spreadsheets into tables and naming them. I will also now be able to use the VLOOKUP function that I was previously struggling with. I am also definitely going to use the flash field function.”
Following this training what are you going to do differently
“Review my trainees more thoroughly”
Any other comments or recommendations
“Really enjoyed this training, the trainer was great at explaining and helping out”
“All of it is going to be really useful.”
Following this training what are you going to do differently
“This course has given me the skills needed to use microsoft projects in my workplace from having no knowledge of how to use it”
Which part of the course did you find particularly valuable
“All of it”
Following this training what are you going to do differently
“Tidy up the current spreadsheets that I use using the new features that I have learnt. Will help me with my KPIs.”
Following this training what are you going to do differently
“Going to implement them into my work now I have a better understanding”
Please contact us to discuss your Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course, we have many solutions available to ensure you receive the best training possible.
Your Power BI course can be delivered online or in-person. You can choose your learning path and delivery style. Learn in-person or online with our virtual classrooms. Your course can be delivered online, at your office or at one of our training venues, it's your choice. Small course sizes. Course materials included. Flexible Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course content. Expert trainers and tried & tested training methods. Many course materials available online using your personal training account. You can master Power BI, please contact us to book a place or get a quote for your Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course.
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