Advanced Business Intelligence with Power BI and Tableau Training Course
Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.
Course Overview
| Course Title | Advanced Business Intelligence with Power BI and Tableau Training Course |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Center along Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi |
| Duration | 10 days |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | USD 2,200/KES 150,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
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| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
Course Overview
This comprehensive course offered by T4D offers an in-depth exploration of Power BI and Tableau, focusing on advanced data visualization and analytics techniques. Participants will gain comprehensive skills in utilizing these powerful tools to create insightful dashboards, conduct complex data analysis, and drive data-informed decision-making. Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, attendees will learn to leverage both platforms to uncover valuable business insights and optimize reporting processes.
Duration
10 days
Target Audience
- Business intelligence professionals
- Data analysts and data scientists
- Business executives and decision-makers
- IT and data management specialists
- Professionals seeking to enhance their data visualization skills
Personal Impact
- Develop advanced skills in Power BI and Tableau
- Enhance ability to create impactful data visualizations and dashboards
- Improve data analysis and reporting capabilities
Organizational Impact
- Drive data-informed decision-making with advanced BI tools
- Improve reporting accuracy and efficiency
- Facilitate better communication of insights across the organization
Course Objectives
- Master advanced features of Power BI and Tableau for data visualization
- Develop skills in creating interactive dashboards and reports
- Utilize BI tools for complex data analysis and forecasting
- Implement best practices for data visualization and storytelling
- Gain hands-on experience through practical exercises and case studies
Course Modules
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Power BI and Tableau
- Overview of Power BI and Tableau features
- Key differences and use cases for each tool
- Setting up and navigating the user interfaces
- Case Study: Exploring the use of Power BI and Tableau in a retail company to enhance data-driven decision-making.
Module 2: Data Connection and Preparation
- Connecting to various data sources in Power BI and Tableau
- Data cleaning and transformation techniques
- Handling large datasets and optimizing performance
- Case Study: Preparing and transforming sales data for analysis in a global e-commerce firm.
Module 3: Building Advanced Dashboards in Power BI
- Creating interactive and dynamic dashboards
- Utilizing advanced Power BI features (e.g., DAX, Power Query)
- Designing effective and user-friendly visualizations
- Case Study: Developing a sales performance dashboard for a marketing agency using Power BI.
Module 4: Advanced Data Visualization in Tableau
- Leveraging Tableau’s advanced visualization capabilities
- Creating complex charts and custom visualizations
- Using Tableau’s calculated fields and parameters
- Case Study: Visualizing customer feedback data for a product launch using Tableau.
Module 5: Data Modeling and Analysis in Power BI
- Designing and managing data models
- Performing complex calculations and aggregations
- Implementing data relationships and hierarchies
- Case Study: Building a financial model for budget forecasting in a non-profit organization.
Module 6: Predictive Analytics and Forecasting in Tableau
- Utilizing Tableau for predictive analytics and forecasting
- Applying statistical models and trend analysis
- Visualizing forecasting results effectively
- Case Study: Forecasting sales trends for a retail business using historical data in Tableau.
Module 7: Integrating Power BI and Tableau with Other Tools
- Connecting Power BI and Tableau with Excel and SQL databases
- Integrating BI tools with cloud services and APIs
- Automating data updates and synchronization
- Case Study: Integrating Power BI with SQL Server for real-time data analysis in a logistics company.
Module 8: Best Practices for Data Visualization and Reporting
- Principles of effective data visualization and storytelling
- Designing dashboards for different audiences and purposes
- Ensuring data accuracy and consistency in reports
- Case Study: Evaluating the effectiveness of different dashboard designs for executive reporting.
Module 9: Case Studies and Real-world Applications
- Analyzing real-world case studies using Power BI and Tableau
- Developing solutions for common business challenges
- Sharing insights and lessons learned from case studies
- Case Study: Comprehensive analysis of how a financial services firm utilized BI tools to drive strategic decisions.
Module 10: Project Work and Course Review
- Completing a comprehensive BI project using Power BI and Tableau
- Presenting findings and recommendations
- Reviewing key concepts and best practices from the course
- Case Study: Reflecting on project outcomes and lessons learned from a BI project implementation.
Course Administration
Methodology
Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].
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