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First steps with Power BI for Excel users
- Integration of Power BI with Excel: Learn how Power BI enhances Excel's data analysis and reporting capabilities.
- Using Power Query in Power BI: Discover how to load and transform data from Excel and other sources.
- Building Data Models: Explore how to establish relationships and add calculated columns in Power BI.
- Creating Interactive Reports and Dashboards: Develop interactive visualizations to communicate insights effectively.
- Hands-on Experience: Walk through the creation of your first Power BI report during the session.
Overview of the webinar
Understanding the transition from Excel to Power BI offers a significant advantage for professionals reliant on data analysis and reporting. This webinar focuses on empowering Excel users with the foundational skills required to harness the capabilities of Power BI, a powerful business analytics service that enables users to visualize and share insights across their organization.
We will start by exploring how Power BI complements Excel by using Power Query, a familiar tool for Excel enthusiasts, for loading and transforming data more efficiently. The session will guide you through the intricacies of building robust data models in Power BI, which is key to handling more complex analytics. You’ll learn how to establish relationships between different data tables and incorporate calculated columns, which facilitate deeper data analysis beyond what’s typically possible in Excel.
Additionally, the webinar will cover the creation of interactive reports and dashboards in Power BI. Attendees will discover how to utilize Power BI’s advanced visualization tools to construct dynamic reports that not only illustrate historical data trends but also provide forecasts and interactive features. These capabilities enable users to turn static Excel spreadsheets into engaging, actionable insights that can drive business decisions.
By the end of this session, participants will have a solid understanding of how to leverage their Excel skills to utilize Power BI for enhanced data analysis. This includes transforming raw data into visually impactful reports and dashboards, creating comprehensive data models, and effectively sharing these insights within their organization. This webinar is ideal for Excel users looking to step into a more potent analytics role using Power BI.
Who should attend?
- Data Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Marketing Coordinator
- Accountant
- Controller
- Operations Analyst
Why should you attend?
Join us for a transformative webinar designed specifically for Excel users transitioning to Power BI. Whether you're a data analyst, financial analyst, marketing coordinator, or any role that relies on data, this session will equip you with the skills to elevate your analytics capabilities using Power BI. Led by George Mount, a seasoned expert with over 10 years in data analytics and a recipient of Microsoft's MVP award, you'll gain hands-on experience in creating your first Power BI report.
You'll learn how to harness Power Query within Power BI for robust data manipulation, how to establish data models that articulate complex relationships, and how to craft interactive, insightful reports and dashboards. By the end of this free, one-hour training, you'll not only understand the integration between Power BI and Excel but also be proficient in loading data, creating effective data models, and building visualizations that turn raw data into actionable insights.
This session will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to start your journey in Power BI confidently. Plus, all attendees will receive access to a recording of the event and all the resources used, ensuring you can continue to refine your skills at your own pace. Secure your spot today and start transforming your data analysis workflow with Power BI.
Faculty - Mr.George Mount
George Mount is the founder and CEO of Stringfest Analytics, a consulting firm specializing in analytics education and upskilling. He has worked with leading bootcamps, learning platforms and practice organizations to help individuals excel at analytics.
George regularly blogs and speaks on data analysis, data education and workforce development and is the author of Advancing into Analytics: From Excel to Python and R (O’Reilly Media, 2021). He is a recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award for exceptional technical expertise and community advocacy in the field of Excel.
George holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Hillsdale College and master’s degrees in finance and information systems from Case Western Reserve University. He resides in Cleveland, Ohio.