Data Analytics Essentials with Microsoft Power BI

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Data Analytics Essentials with Microsoft Power BI

Name: Data Analytics Essentials with Microsoft Power BI - Online Course
Rating: 4.4 (246 reviews)
Author: Ahmed Oyelowo

Master data analysis and visualization with Power BI

updated on icon Updated on Jun, 2025

language icon Language - English

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category icon Development ,Data Science,Data Analysis

Lectures -70

Resources -6

Duration -4.5 hours

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Course Description

Microsoft Power BI was launched in 2015, changing the course and dynamics of self-service Business Intelligence and Data Analysis. There are now a lot of Jobs for Power BI Developers.

Also, many organizations have Deployed Power BI as their Data Analytics and Visualization Tool. This makes a Power BI skill a lucrative one.

In this course, Ahmed Oyelowo, a three-time Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Power BI Expert has carefully taught Power BI using an easy yet detailed method that anyone with little or no prior analytics experience can follow.

The course covers the essentials of data analysis and visualization with Power BI.

You will learn:

How to clean data using Microsoft Power Query.
How to Model Data inside Power BI.
How to analyze and visualize Data and.
How to publish your Power BI reports to the Power BI Service.

Goals

Connect to data sources.
Clean and prepare data.
Build Fact and Dimension Tables.
Write DAX formulas.
Create reports and dashboards.

Prerequisites

Windows Computer with a minimum of Windows 10 OS.
Microsoft Power BI Desktop (How to install is covered at the beginning of the course).

Data Analytics Essentials with Microsoft Power BI

Curriculum

Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course

Module 1 - Intro to Data Prep and Data Viz

30 Lectures

Introduction 04:07 04:07
About the course 06:07 06:07
Downloading & Installing Power BI Desktop 02:38 02:38
4-understanding-the-powerbi-user-interface 08:03 08:03
Understanding the data 04:24 04:24
Download the dataset here 04:24 04:24
Importing Data into Power BI 03:53 03:53
Understanding Power Query User Interface 05:26 05:26
Introduction To Transforming Data With Power Query 1 03:29 03:29
Introduction to Transforming Data with Power Query 2 05:05 05:05
Reusing M Script and Loading Data Into Power BI 03:46 03:46
Introduction to Power BI Reporting 03:36 03:36
Visualizing Data in Power BI 03:33 03:33
Formatting charts in Power BI 05:54 05:54
Updated - Formatting Power BI Charts
Creating Additional Charts in the Canvas 03:23 03:23
Creating Top N Filters 03:34 03:34
Sorting a Visual 03:20 03:20
Reusing a Report Page as Template 04:40 04:40
Page Filters with Slicers and Filters Pane 05:44 05:44
Edit Visual Interactions 03:07 03:07
Using Visual Background to enhance reports 01:56 01:56
Working with Shapes and Text Box 03:03 03:03
Working with Report Themes 03:45 03:45
Adding Back button to navigate between report pages 01:48 01:48
Designing a Mobile View Report 03:21 03:21
Publishing Reports to Power BI Online Service 05:25 05:25
Introduction to Q and A Feature 03:18 03:18
Selecting the right visuals
Module 1 Outro 00:46 00:46

Module 2 - Data Modeling

8 Lectures

Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)

16 Lectures

Data Visualization Part 2

9 Lectures

Data Preparation with Power Query

7 Lectures

Instructor Details

Ahmed Oyelowo

With over a decade of experience in business intelligence and data analytics, Ahmed Oyelowo is a highly respected industry leader and educator. As a 5-time Microsoft MVP, Ahmed is recognized globally for his contributions to the Power BI community, having helped thousands of professionals master the art of data visualization, reporting, and analytics.

As the Managing Partner at Foresight BI & Analytics, Ahmed has worked with businesses across various sectors, including finance, telecommunications, and healthcare, to deliver robust data solutions that drive decision-making. His unique ability to simplify complex concepts has made him a trusted advisor to executives and a sought-after instructor for aspiring data professionals.

Key Achievements:

Microsoft MVP (5x): Consistently awarded for exceptional leadership and contributions to the Power BI ecosystem.
Top-Rated Instructor: Creator of the highest-rated and best-seller courses (Excel and Power BI), with thousands of positive reviews.
Founder of VisuaWise Community: A thriving community of data analysts passionate about turning charts into insights.
Bootcamp Leader: Facilitator of multiple Power BI and data analytics bootcamps, where hundreds of students have gained hands-on skills through practical, real-world projects.
Power BI Expert: Specializes in designing dashboards and reports that translate raw data into actionable insights, with expertise in developing end-to-end Power BI projects for international clients.

Why Learn From Ahmed:

Real-World Experience: Ahmed combines his deep technical knowledge with real-world business applications, ensuring students gain practical, job-ready skills.
Expert Educator: Ahmed has empowered thousands of students to take their careers to the next level in data analytics.
Comprehensive Approach: Ahmed’s courses are meticulously structured to cover everything from beginner to advanced topics, making complex concepts accessible without the need for extensive coding.
Supportive Mentor: Beyond just teaching, Ahmed is passionate about building a supportive learning environment. His students benefit from lifetime access to course materials and an active community for continued growth.

If you're looking to elevate your data analytics career, Ahmed's courses provide the tools, insights, and mentorship you need to succeed in today's data-driven world.