This course provides delegates with a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Power BI, equipping them with the skills to harness data for informed decision-making and effective business intelligence. Participants will gain practical expertise in importing, shaping, and analysing data to create interactive reports and dashboards, while understanding the core principles of data visualisation and logical analysis. By mastering key concepts such as data modelling, DAX expressions, and cloud integration, delegates will be able to transform raw data into actionable insights, enhancing their ability to communicate strategic findings clearly and professionally. This training is essential for professionals seeking to leverage Power BI’s capabilities to drive data-driven strategies and improve organisational performance.
Want to unlock the power of data in just one day? Our Power BI Introduction course equips you with the skills to transform raw data into clear, actionable insights. Whether you’re new to business intelligence or looking to boost your analytical toolkit, this fast-paced training shows you how to build dynamic reports and dashboards that drive decision-making. You’ll master the essentials of Power BI, from importing data to creating visuals that speak volumes. Flexible delivery options mean you can join our open courses, book a closed group session, or opt for one-to-one coaching—whatever suits your schedule. Turn complexity into clarity. To find out more, contact us at let’s dash talk at eqv dot co dot uk.
Counts towards 6 CPD Hours1 DayOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
What is Power BI?
What are the benefits of Power BI?
Creating reports and dashboards with Microsoft Power BI
Importing Data
Datasets and connecting data
Reading and Editing Data
Creating graphs and visualisations
Managing Schema and Relating Tables
Power BI Business Intelligence
Creating calculations, metrics and KPI’s
Data Analysis Expressions
DAX Syntax
DAX Functions
Query Editing
Presenting using Power BI
Logical and Insightful Data Analytics Presentation
Rules and Limitations of Data
Calculated Columns
Shaping Data
Transferring your Data to the Cloud
Presenting in Cloud
Visualising Data
Your Post-Course Challenge
Complete the further practice workbook
Apply the techniques to your own data
Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours
This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This course is designed for individuals looking to gain foundational skills in using Microsoft Power BI for data analysis and reporting. Whether you're new to data tools or seeking to enhance your ability to create insightful visualisations, this course provides a practical introduction to Power BI's core features and capabilities.
This course is ideal for:
Business analysts who want to leverage data for better decision-making and reporting
Managers aiming to improve their data literacy and analytical skills for strategic planning
IT professionals looking to understand how Power BI integrates with organisational data systems
Students or recent graduates seeking to build a foundation in business intelligence tools
Data entry professionals wishing to transition into data analysis and visualisation roles
Small business owners who need to track performance metrics and generate actionable insights
No prior experience needed
Designed for beginners, this course requires no prior experience with Power BI or advanced data tools. All concepts are explained clearly, ensuring that delegates from diverse backgrounds can engage with the material confidently and comfortably.
What you will take away
Delegates will leave with the ability to create basic reports and dashboards, understand key data principles, and apply fundamental Power BI techniques to real-world scenarios. They will also gain a clear understanding of how to use Power BI to transform raw data into meaningful insights for their organisations.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1 Day
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per delegate per day for open public course
From: £695.00 Plus VAT
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