Power BI Beginner

Level: Beginner (Zero-friendly)Duration: 30 hoursFormat: Online/Hybrid

Overview

A highly practical introduction that starts with what data and data analysis mean in real business contexts, then focuses on visualization and dashboard thinking. Learn how Power BI fits into the BI workflow and build interactive reports—without heavy DAX or complex modeling.

Who it's for

  • Absolute beginners who want to understand the big picture of data analytics
  • Business professionals (HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations)
  • Fresh graduates and career starters in data analytics and BI

What you'll learn

  • What data is, what data analysis means, and the role of BI tools
  • BI workflow: data → preparation → visuals → insights
  • Import datasets (Excel/CSV) and validate data types
  • Power Query essentials: cleaning & simple transformations
  • Build reports: charts, tables, filters, slicers (with a light intro to drill-through)
  • Dashboard design principles for clarity and executive readability
  • Light measures & KPIs (basic DAX: SUM / COUNT / AVERAGE)
  • Guided mini project: your first interactive dashboard

Tools

Power BI DesktopPower QueryLight DAXExcel / CSV datasets

Outcomes

  • Build a complete beginner-level dashboard with interactive filtering
  • Understand the BI workflow and dashboard thinking
  • Prepare and visualize data confidently using Power BI

Certificate

Upon successful completion, you will receive a professional certificate from Continuum X OÜ.