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Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Live Webcast

Build a Data Model for Analysis in Power BI (X2-44793)

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
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4 CPE Credits in SK

OVERVIEW

This intensive 4-hour course offers a deep dive into data modeling in Power BI, with a focus on Microsoft Excel's Power Pivot but applicable to Power BI Desktop. Designed for professionals looking to enhance their data analysis skills, the course covers the essential aspects of building robust, efficient data models.

DESIGNED FOR

Anyone interested in mastering data modeling techniques using Microsoft Power BI.

BENEFITS

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...

  • Apply fundamental principles of data modeling in Power BI to integrate various data sources effectively.
  • Determine the most appropriate scenarios for using calculated columns

HIGHLIGHTS

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:

  • Data Modeling Essentials: Understanding the core concepts of data modeling in Power BI, including integration of various data sources.
  • Building Relationships: Techniques to establish and manage relationships between different data sets.
  • Calculated Columns and Basic DAX Measures: Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) and its application in creating calculated columns and basic measures.
  • Calculated Columns vs Measures: Insights into when to use calculated columns and when to opt for measures.
  • Explicit vs Implicit Measures: Understanding the difference and appropriate application of explicit and implicit measures in data analysis.
  • Hierarchies in Data: Creating and utilizing hierarchies to enhance data analysis and reporting.
  • Using Pivot Tables to Validate Measures: Practical skills in using pivot tables within Power BI to validate and refine measures.

COURSE LEVEL

Intermediate

PREREQUISITES

Attended a Pivot Table course or experience using Pivot Tables

ADVANCE PREPARATION

Download the handout and practice material prior to course

INSTRUCTOR

Bryan Smith

Bryan L. Smith, CPA.CITP, CISA

CPA Crossings, LLC

Bryan is the co-founder of CPA Crossings, LLC, (est. 2001), which specializes in helping accounting, tax and financial professionals leverage technology to increase the quality and efficiency of their services.

He has extensive knowledge and experience in proper Excel design techniques as well as helping CPAs build spreadsheets that are accurate. As a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Bryan has spent a considerable amount of time auditing and validating thousands of Excel spreadsheets. He has developed various data analysis and Microsoft Power BI courses and provides coaching services to various organizations to train and coach staff on proper data analysis techniques.

Bryan, who has a Master of Science in Information Assurance, is a member of the Information System Audit and Control Association and is a past chair of task forces for the Michigan Association of CPAs.

PRICING

$139.00 - Member

$159.00 - Nonmember

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Note: Online pre-registration will close on April 2 at 10:30 AM.

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