Contenu – Power BI (level 2)

GENERAL INFORMATION

This intermediate Power BI training course is conducted exclusively in Power BI Desktop (software available for free download from the Microsoft website). Throughout this training, the trainee will import unstructured data from various sources and transform, merge and analyze it. In the end, the trainee will build a report that will allow to properly analyze profit margins and variances between actuals and budget in an original and relevant way.

  • Build your own data transformation functions in Power Query and learn how to fix bugs
  • Build a data model from different data sources with different level of aggregations
  • Use simple DAX formulas to build more complex data visuals
  • Build reports to analyze profit margins and variances between actuals and budget

  • Master the query editor
    • Combine files in a folder efficiently
    • Perform advanced data transformations
    • Build a function from a query
    • Apply your custom function to other data sources
    • Detect and correct errors in a custom function
    • Transform data tables to get to the same level of aggregation
    • Study the different types of joins between tables
  • Master the main interface of Power BI Desktop
    • Create relationships between different tables to build a data model
    • Use more than one fact table in the data model
    • Explore the DAX language to create simple measures
    • Explain variances between actual and budgeted margins with different approaches
    • Use different visualizations to make variances stand out (red, yellow, green) and allow for drilling
    • Add conditional formatting to visualizations
    • Analyze increases and decreases in data with built-in artificial intelligence functionality

This intermediate Power BI training course offers approximately 6 hours of content.

This intermediate Power BI training course is offered in English.

This intermediate Power BI training course is intended for professionals who need to manipulate and analyze a lot of data and who are looking for a powerful self-service BI (Business Intelligence) tool. It is also intended for those who have completed the Power BI training (level 1) or who have an equivalent experience.

Audrée Pellerin
Audrée Pellerin is a passionate professional, holding a master's and bachelor's degree in Corporate Finance from the University of Sherbrooke. With several years of experience in the field of consulting services, she has worked with SMEs, multinational corporations, and public sector organizations. Audrée stands out with her dual expertise as a business intelligence consultant and experienced trainer. She possesses a natural talent for explaining complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner and is recognized for her ability to impart knowledge with patience and professionalism. As a trainer, Audrée plays a vital role in helping companies strengthen the skills of their internal teams. She develops customized training programs tailored to the needs of her clients and guides participants through interactive and engaging sessions. Her pedagogical approach promotes active learning and the practical application of acquired knowledge. Trainer accredited by the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail.

To find out whether or not you should take this training, we strongly suggest that you take an online quiz. If your score is less than 70%, we strongly suggest to attend our Power BI (level 1) training course (public, private or online) before attending this training course.

Each trainee must have access to a computer equipped with Power BI Desktop. You can find the free version of Power BI Desktop here: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=45331.

This intermediate Power BI training course registration includes:

  • a PDF document with all the instructions, step by step, to build your report
  • the data sources
  • the .pbix files with the solutions
  • a reference website with additional resources
  • a forum to ask questions

At the end of this training, when all the lessons and quizzes are completed, the learner will be able to download a certificate of completion. This certificate will include the trainer's Emploi-Québec accreditation number, the participant's name, the title and date of the training, the number of hours of training completed, the number of Continuing Education Units (CEUs), as well as the name and signature of the trainer. This certificate meets the requirements of the continuing education obligations of the Quebec professional orders. For private training (via Teams), the certificate will be sent to the learner by email following the completion of the training.

This training qualifies for 0.6 continuing education units (CEUs).

Le CFO masqué membre SOFEDUC - Sceau UECLe CFO masqué is a member of the Société de formation et d’éducation continue (SOFEDUC), which defines a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) as 10 hours of participation in a structured training activity organized and conducted by an accredited organization, facilitated by qualified instructors and culminating in an evaluation. Only SOFEDUC members in good standing are authorized to use the graphic symbol.

Commentaires d'apprenants - Power BI (niveau 2)

In order to improve your Power BI skills further, the next training course is: Power BI (level 3)

This Power BI advanced training course is conducted exclusively in Power BI Desktop (software available for free download from the Microsoft website). Throughout this training, the trainee will import unstructured data from various sources and will transform, merge and analyze it. The trainee will work with data over 3 years and will build DAX measures in order to calculate year-to-date values, differences vs previous year, etc. The training business case is very close to what professionals will need to do in their professional "real-life" situation. It also provides an introduction to advanced Power BI functionalities such as scenario parameters and a deeper dive into the DAX language.

Note that we have developed a training course for professionals who need to consume content elements created in Power BI.


The training Power BI for end users is designed for professionals who need to consume content created in Power BI (applications, datasets, reports and dashboards) and shared with them. It teaches how to use the Power BI web portal, how to use the mobile application, how to analyze and interact with shared content, and how to create your own analyses based on the shared data.


Don't hesitate to share this training with those who consult your reports!

You might also like to take a look at our Excel training courses.

No refunds allowed since you have access to your training material from the moment of payment.

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