Data Preparation and Visualization with Power BI
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Data Preparation and Visualization with Power BI
This course is part of Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau Specialization
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Transform raw data using Power Query and Power Pivot for streamlined data preparation
Build and manage relationships in data models to enhance analytical capabilities
Design interactive Power BI dashboards with advanced visualizations and KPIs
Write and apply DAX expressions to calculate metrics and perform complex analyses
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There are 17 modules in this course
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This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the art of transforming raw data into actionable insights with Power BI. This course equips you with the skills to leverage Power Query and Power Pivot for efficient data preparation, build robust data models, and write powerful DAX formulas for advanced analytics. You'll also learn to create interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations that effectively communicate your insights. Beginning with the fundamentals of Power Query and Power Pivot, you’ll explore essential techniques such as data transformation, unpivoting columns, merging queries, and creating dynamic models. The course also delves deep into DAX expressions, teaching you how to compute metrics, manage relationships, and perform advanced calculations like year-over-year comparisons and percentages. As you advance, you’ll use Power BI to design impactful dashboards and reports. You'll gain hands-on experience with mapping visuals, KPIs, and conditional formatting. Practical exercises throughout the course ensure you can apply your knowledge, from creating pivot tables to crafting professional-grade reports and publishing them using the Power BI service. This course is ideal for aspiring analysts, business professionals, and data enthusiasts. Basic familiarity with Excel is recommended. Whether you’re a beginner or have intermediate experience, you’ll acquire the essential skills needed to thrive in data-driven roles.
In this module, we will explore the foundational concepts of Power Pivot and Power Query, tools that enable advanced data modeling and transformation within Excel. Through this introduction, you will gain an understanding of their capabilities and how they integrate to support data analysis processes.
What's included
3 videos2 readings1 assignment
3 videos•Total 12 minutes
- Welcome and Overview•3 minutes
- What is Power Query?•5 minutes
- What is Power Pivot?•4 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Data Preparation and Visualization with Power BI'•10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction to Power Pivot and Power Query - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will delve into Power Query, starting with its editor interface and progressing to practical data transformations. You will learn to connect to various data sources, edit queries, and consolidate information effectively for analysis.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 56 minutes
- Exploring the Power Query Editor•6 minutes
- Common Power Query Transformations•9 minutes
- Editing an Existing Query•10 minutes
- Importing Multiple Files from a Folder•11 minutes
- Connecting to Data in Another Excel Workbook•10 minutes
- Important: Checking the Location of Your Query's Source•4 minutes
- Retrieving Data from the Web•6 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Getting Started with Power Query - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will expand on Power Query features to handle more complex data manipulation tasks. Topics include unpivoting, merging, and aggregating data, along with conditional column creation. Hands-on exercises will reinforce your learning.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 48 minutes
- Unpivoting Columns•6 minutes
- Combining Data from Multiple Tables with Merge Queries•6 minutes
- Using Merge Queries to Compare Two Tables•5 minutes
- Stacking Data into One Table with Append Queries•6 minutes
- Duplicating and Referencing Queries•9 minutes
- Grouping and Aggregating Data•8 minutes
- Adding Conditional Columns in Power Query•7 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Useful Power Query Features - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on creating a robust data model using Power Pivot. You will learn to create and manage table relationships, generate pivot tables, and optimize your model for seamless data analysis.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videos•Total 28 minutes
- Enabling the Power Pivot Add-in•2 minutes
- Understanding the Power Pivot Window•5 minutes
- Creating Relationships Between Tables•5 minutes
- Managing Relationships of the Model•3 minutes
- Creating a Pivot Table from the Data Model•5 minutes
- Hiding Fields from the Client Tools•3 minutes
- Grouping Queries•5 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Creating a Data Model - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce DAX, a powerful language for creating calculated fields in Power BI and Power Pivot. You’ll learn to use DAX functions like COUNTROWS, SUMX, and RELATED to perform data analysis.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 25 minutes
- Why Use Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)•3 minutes
- Creating Calculated Columns with Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)•5 minutes
- Creating the First Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) Measure•6 minutes
- Using the COUNTROWS Function•5 minutes
- Using the SUMX and RELATED Functions•5 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction to Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will build upon DAX basics, exploring advanced calculations and measures to enhance your data analysis skills. Topics include creating date tables, calculating percentages, and advanced aggregation techniques.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 25 minutes
- Creating a Date Table in Power Pivot•9 minutes
- Using the CALCULATE Function•4 minutes
- Using the DIVIDE Function•3 minutes
- Using the DATESYTD Function•2 minutes
- Calculating the Percentage of a Total•6 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- More Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) Measures - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will master the art of creating interactive reports using pivot tables and slicers. You’ll learn to build pivot tables, filter data dynamically, and highlight top-performing categories.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 27 minutes
- Creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts•12 minutes
- Using Slicers with Pivot Tables•6 minutes
- Creating a Top 10 Pivot Table•8 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Using Pivot Tables and Slicers - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will recap the core functionalities of Power Pivot, Power Query, and DAX. This summary will solidify your understanding and provide context for their combined use in data preparation and modeling.
What's included
1 video
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Summary•1 minute
In this module, we will introduce Power BI, covering its desktop application, installation, and interface. You’ll gain insights into its functionality and how it enables professional data visualization and reporting.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 22 minutes
- Welcome and Overview•3 minutes
- What Is Power BI?•4 minutes
- Installing Power BI Desktop•2 minutes
- Tour of Power BI Desktop•7 minutes
- Exploring the Commonly Used Power BI Options•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction to Power BI - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on retrieving and transforming data in Power BI. You’ll learn to connect to various data sources, perform query manipulations, and structure data efficiently for further analysis and visualization.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 41 minutes
- Importing Files from a Folder into Power BI Desktop•12 minutes
- Getting Data from Excel and Text Files•7 minutes
- Changing Query Source•4 minutes
- Reference Queries to Create Additional Lookup Tables•7 minutes
- Merge Queries in Power Query•7 minutes
- Prevent Queries from Loading into Power BI Desktop•3 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI: Getting and Transforming Data - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive into data modeling within Power BI, exploring table relationships, date column creation, and field management. These skills will help you prepare a well-structured model for accurate data analysis and reporting.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 34 minutes
- Creating a Relationship Between Tables•7 minutes
- Creating a Dynamic List of Dates•9 minutes
- Creating Additional Date Columns for Analysis•9 minutes
- Sorting the Month and Weekday Names Correctly•3 minutes
- Marking the Table as a Date Table•1 minute
- Hiding Unnecessary Fields from the Report View•5 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI: Data Modelling - Assessment •15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce DAX measures and their application in Power BI. Through hands-on examples, you will learn to calculate metrics like revenue, row counts, and year-over-year changes to extract actionable insights.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 24 minutes
- Calculating Total Revenue•7 minutes
- Counting the Total Rows of a Table•2 minutes
- Using the CALCULATE DAX Function•6 minutes
- Calculating the Total Revenue for Last Year•4 minutes
- Difference Compared to Last Year•5 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction to Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) Measures - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the visualization tools in Power BI, learning to create and customize charts, cards, and slicers. You’ll also practice building dynamic visuals that highlight trends, details, and performance indicators.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 59 minutes
- Showing Summary Information with Cards•7 minutes
- Comparing Values with Columns Charts•8 minutes
- Mapping Visual to Plot Geographic Data•5 minutes
- Filtering Reports with Slicers•8 minutes
- Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Card to Measure Performance against a Goal•7 minutes
- Line Graphs to Visualize a Trend•6 minutes
- Showing Details with the Matrix•10 minutes
- Top N Lists with Table Visualization•8 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI: Adding Visualizations to Your Report - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on designing visually appealing Power BI reports. You’ll learn to use formatting tools, add thematic consistency, and highlight critical insights to make your reports impactful
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 26 minutes
- Adding Text Boxes and Shapes•10 minutes
- Using Themes•8 minutes
- Conditional Formatting•8 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI: Report Design - Assessment •15 minutes
In this module, we will refine the interactivity of Power BI reports by editing visualization interactions and using filters. You’ll also explore drill-through functionality to navigate hierarchical data effectively.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 26 minutes
- Editing Interactions between Visualizations•10 minutes
- Filter Pane to Filter at any Level•7 minutes
- Drilling through to More Detail•8 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI: Editing Interactions and Filters - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will transition from desktop to cloud by publishing reports to the Power BI Service. You’ll learn how to share reports and manage them within your organization’s workspace for collaborative insights.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 13 minutes
- Publishing a Report to the Power BI Service•6 minutes
- Different Ways to Share a Power BI Report•5 minutes
- Practice Exercise•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Power BI Service - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will conclude the course by reviewing the essential concepts of Power BI. This summary will reinforce your understanding of data transformation, modeling, and visualization to prepare you for practical applications.
What's included
1 video1 reading2 assignments
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Summary•1 minute
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the course 'Data Preparation and Visualization with Power BI'•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 75 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
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