Training course

Microsoft Power BI Getting Started

Power BI Desktop is part of the suite of tools from Microsoft which enable data to be analysed and published from a variety of sources.

With Power BI Desktop, you get a report authoring tool that enables you to connect to and query data from different sources using the Query Editor. From the datasets you build with Query Editor you can create Reports and Visualizations or dashboards within Power BI Desktop. Reports can then be published.

This course covers the use of Power BI Desktop to connect to data, create Visualizations, query the data and publish reports.

This course does not cover MS Power BI Pro, Power BI accessed via Office 365 or SharePoint Services.

  • 1 Day
  • Online or in person
  • Private courses available
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Prerequisites

  • Please note that this course is not suitable for new Excel or database users
    Excel Level 3 and above knowledge and experience required
    An understanding of basic data concepts
    Ability to create, format chart outputs

Included

  • Comprehensive course materials and exercises

Course content Back to top

  1. Introduction to Power BI Desktop
    What is Power BI Desktop
    Power BI Desktop Environment
  2. Importing and Connecting to data sources
    Difference between Importing and Connecting
    Databases
    Excel
    Text file
    Relationships
  3. Querying and Shaping Data
    Filtering
    Sorting
    Understanding applied steps
    Manipulating columns
    Data Types
    Custom columns
  4. Visualisations
    Charts
    Tables
    Maps
    Matrices
    Slicers
  5. Report Elements and Output options
    Formatting the report
    Adding graphics, shapes and text boxes
    Report Filters
    Export as csv

Public dates and prices Back to top

Prices are per delegate and exclude VAT.

  • Wednesday 4 November 2026

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Wednesday 2 December 2026

    Durham 9:30–16:30

    £545+ VAT

  • Thursday 10 December 2026

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Monday 25 January 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Tuesday 30 March 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Wednesday 19 May 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Monday 19 July 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Wednesday 11 August 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Monday 27 September 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Wednesday 3 November 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

  • Thursday 9 December 2027

    Virtual, live online 9:30–16:30

    £495+ VAT

Can't make these dates? Ask about a private course on a date that suits you.

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Run this course privately, on your dates

  • Virtual These courses can be attended from anywhere.
  • Private Flexible course content, flexible training date(s), flexible location(s), variable course length, private to your organisation - Courses can be held at one of our training venues or at another location convenient to you. Training can be set over a number of days or weeks to allow for practice time between training sessions.
  • Bespoke Bespoke private training can be based on an existing course or a number of lessons taken from several courses, we can also write bespoke courses for you based on your in-house systems or development program.
  • Public Scheduled Fixed course content, fixed date, fixed location, fixed length, multiple organisations - All you need to do is choose which course you would like to attend and contact us to book!

What delegates say Back to top

“Really enjoyed this!”
R., Labour, Excel Level 3
“The trainer was fantastic, an absolute credit to the company. Very well presented and engaging throughout very knowledgeable.”
L.R., Excel Level 3

What were the most useful aspects of the course

“I already knew a bit about indesign but compound paths and gradients were new to me.”
R.R., Egger, Adobe InDesign Level 1
“I found the VLOOKUP and flash field functions really useful. I also enjoyed learning all the additional uses of pivot tables. All of the training was very detailed whilst also being enjoyable!”
B.C., Excel Level 3
“Very well presented course and lots of very useful pointers on how to do things.”
G.O., Lighthouse Poole, Excel Level 2
“I feel much more confident using formulas now. I will definitely do more charts for insertion into reports now.”
S.X., Merton Council, Excel Level 1
“I particularly benefitted from the level of depth and explanation that went into the course step by steps. the exercisers allowed learning time to understand each module and skill.”
J.G., Hitachi, Excel Level 2
“All of the course gave me a wide insight into Excel and its capabilities.”
M.W., Litterboss Ground Control, Excel Level 1

Please contact us to discuss your Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course, we have many solutions available to ensure you receive the best training possible.

Your Power BI course can be delivered online or in-person. You can choose your learning path and delivery style. Learn in-person or online with our virtual classrooms. Your course can be delivered online, at your office or at one of our training venues, it's your choice. Small course sizes. Course materials included. Flexible Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course content. Expert trainers and tried & tested training methods. Many course materials available online using your personal training account. You can master Power BI, please contact us to book a place or get a quote for your Microsoft Power BI Getting Started course.

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