Power Pivot with Dax Expression Training in Riyadh, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE

Power Pivot is a powerful data modeling tool in Microsoft Excel that allows users to analyze large datasets efficiently. Combined with DAX (Data Analysis Expressions), it enables users to perform advanced calculations, create relationships, and generate insightful reports. This course will guide learners from the basics of Power Pivot to advanced DAX expressions, making them proficient in data analysis and reporting.

Key Learnings:

Mastering Power Pivot for data modeling
Writing efficient DAX expressions for data analysis
Creating dynamic reports & dashboards
Optimizing performance for large datasets
Applying Power Pivot in real-world business scenarios

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Power Pivot & Data Modeling

Understanding Power Pivot & its importance
Enabling and setting up Power Pivot in Excel
Importing data from multiple sources (Excel, SQL, CSV, etc.)
Creating relationships between tables
Introduction to the data model

Module 2: Fundamentals of DAX Expressions

What is DAX? Importance in Power Pivot
Basic DAX syntax & functions
Understanding Row Context vs. Filter Context
Creating calculated columns and measures
Aggregation functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, etc.)

Module 3: Advanced DAX Functions & Calculations

Logical functions (IF, SWITCH, etc.)
Time intelligence functions (YEAR, MONTH, SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR, etc.)
Working with date tables
Ranking & percentile calculations
Using variables in DAX

Module 4: Data Transformation & ETL Process in Power Query

Introduction to Power Query & its role in data modeling
Extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data
Cleaning and shaping data before loading into Power Pivot
Merging and appending queries for complex data models
Automating data refresh and updates

Module 5: Optimizing Data Models & Performance

Best practices for data modeling
Understanding cardinality and relationships
Performance optimization techniques
Handling large datasets efficiently
Using DAX Studio for debugging

Module 6: Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization

Creating interactive reports with Power Pivot
Building dashboards using PivotTables and PivotCharts
Using slicers and filters for dynamic reports
Combining Power Pivot with Power BI

Module 7: Security & Access Control in Power Pivot

Row-level security in Power Pivot
Implementing role-based access to data models
Protecting sensitive business data
Managing permissions in shared reports

Module 8: Automating Reports & Enhancing Productivity

Using Power Pivot with VBA for automation
Scheduled data refresh with Power Query
Automating report generation and email alerts
Integrating Power Pivot with other Microsoft tools

Module 9: Real-world Applications & Case Studies

Practical business scenarios using Power Pivot
Financial & sales analysis with DAX
Case studies on marketing, HR, and operations data
Project: Building an end-to-end data analysis model

Module 10: Capstone Project & Certification Preparation

Hands-on capstone project with real-world datasets
Solving business problems using Power Pivot & DAX
Best practices for presenting data insights
Mock exam & certification preparation

Prerequisites:

Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel (Formulas, Pivot Tables)
Familiarity with data handling (optional but helpful)
No prior knowledge of Power Pivot or DAX is required

International Student Fees: USD:250$

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