Power BI: Data Visualization and Analysis
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Power BI: Data Visualization and Analysis
This course is part of Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate Specialization
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This course is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in Power BI, equipping learners with the skills to visualize, analyze effectively, and present data insights. Participants will explore a variety of chart types, understand their applications, and optimize visual reporting for business intelligence.
The course begins with an introduction to various bar and column charts, including stacked bar, stacked column, clustered bar, and clustered column charts, essential for comparative analysis. Learners will then progress to line charts, pie charts, funnel charts, scatter charts, and map charts, providing insights into trends, distributions, and geographical data. Participants will gain hands-on experience working with table and matrix visuals, understanding the role of filters and KPI visuals for tracking performance metrics. Special emphasis is placed on card visuals, report types in Power BI, and designing analytical report layouts for clarity and impact. Advanced visualization techniques, including ribbon charts, waterfall charts, and gauge charts, will be explored alongside methods for selecting appropriate report visuals. Additionally, learners will delve into integrated visuals, such as line and stacked column charts, line and clustered column charts, ensuring effective multi-dimensional analysis. This course is structured into multiple modules, each featuring lessons and video lectures that provide both theoretical understanding and hands-on practice. Participants will engage with 3:00β4:00 hours of instructional content, reinforcing learning through graded and ungraded assignments to ensure real-world applicability. Module 1 - Power BI Visualizations: Essential Charts for Data Storytelling Module 2 - Power BI Visualizations: KPI Insights and Reporting Whether you're preparing for Power BI certification or seeking to optimize business intelligence workflows, this course equips you with the essential skills to master visualization techniques and enhance data-driven decision-making. The course is for Business Managers, Data Analysis Managers, Digital Marketing Managers, Power BI Associates and Experts.
This module provides a comprehensive understanding of Power BI visualization techniques, equipping learners with the skills to create impactful charts and graphs for data storytelling. Participants will explore various chart types, including stacked and clustered bar charts, column charts, line charts, pie charts, funnel charts, scatter plots, map charts, and table charts, understanding their applications and best practices. The module covers how to select the appropriate visualization based on data characteristics, improve readability, and enhance insights through formatting and interactivity. By the end of this module, learners will gain hands-on expertise in designing effective visual reports that drive better decision-making within Power BI
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10 videos2 readings2 assignments
10 videosβ’Total 56 minutes
- Stacked Bar Chartβ’6 minutes
- Stacked Column Chartβ’4 minutes
- Clustered Bar Chartβ’4 minutes
- Clustered Column Chartβ’4 minutes
- Line Chartβ’6 minutes
- Pie Chartβ’7 minutes
- Funnel Chartβ’6 minutes
- Scatter Chartβ’7 minutes
- Map Chartβ’5 minutes
- Table Chartβ’6 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 50 minutes
- Welcome to Courseβ’30 minutes
- Optimizing Data Models and Performance with DAX in Power BI - Overviewβ’20 minutes
2 assignmentsβ’Total 70 minutes
- Power BI Visualizations: Essential Charts for Data Storytelling - Graded Assignmentβ’35 minutes
- Core Chart Types in Power BI - Practice Assignmentβ’35 minutes
This module provides a comprehensive understanding of Power BI visualization techniques, equipping learners with the skills to design impactful reports using various chart types and visual elements. Participants will explore matrix visuals, filters, KPI indicators, card visuals, and different report types to enhance analytical storytelling. The module covers bar charts, column charts, area charts, line and stacked column combinations, ribbon and waterfall charts, as well as pie, donut, and gauge charts, ensuring effective data representation. Learners will gain expertise in selecting appropriate report visuals, structuring analytical layouts, and applying formatting best practices for clarity and insight generation. By the end of this module, participants will be able to create compelling reports that drive data-driven decision-making within Power BI.
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14 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt
14 videosβ’Total 82 minutes
- Matrix in Power BIβ’6 minutes
- Filter Options in Power BIβ’6 minutes
- Understanding KPI Visualβ’8 minutes
- Card Visual in Power BIβ’7 minutes
- Report Types in Power BIβ’7 minutes
- Design Analytical Report Layoutβ’5 minutes
- Bar Chart Typesβ’4 minutes
- Column Chart Typesβ’3 minutes
- Area Chart Typesβ’4 minutes
- Line & Stacked Column Chart & Line & Clustered Column Chartβ’4 minutes
- Ribbon Chart & Waterfall Chartβ’4 minutes
- Pie Chart, Donut Chart & Guage Map Chartβ’4 minutes
- Selecting Report Visualsβ’14 minutes
- Exam Tipsβ’5 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 20 minutes
- Advanced Reporting and Visual Design in Power BI - Overviewβ’20 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 96 minutes
- Power BI Visualizations: KPI Insights, and Reporting - Graded Assignmentβ’36 minutes
- Advanced Reporting and Visual Design in Power BI - Practice Assignmentβ’30 minutes
- Mastering Charts for Data Insights in Power BI - Practice Assignmentβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 15 minutes
- Meet and Greetβ’15 minutes
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