Overview
Microsoft Power BI is a leading business intelligence (BI) tool that empowers government professionals to transform complex datasets into actionable insights. As data-driven decision-making becomes increasingly critical in federal, state, and local agencies, Power BI provides a robust solution for analyzing, visualizing, and securely sharing data across departments.
This Power BI Intermediate course is designed for professionals with a foundational understanding of Power BI who are looking to expand their skills in data modeling, reporting, and analysis. The course will explore advanced techniques for cleaning, transforming, and analyzing data, as well as best practices for creating dynamic dashboards, interactive reports, and secure data applications that meet agency needs.
Participants will gain proficiency in DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) functions to perform complex calculations and uncover deeper insights. Additionally, they will learn how to optimize performance, security, and visualization techniques to enhance data storytelling and support mission-critical decision-making.
With the skills gained in this training, attendees will be equipped to drive data-informed decisions, improve operational efficiency, and support transparency initiatives within their agencies.
By attending this course, government professionals will gain the skills and confidence needed to harness the power of data and support agency objectives through actionable insights.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for government professionals at the GS-7 to GS-13 levels (and their state and local government equivalents) who want to enhance their data analysis, visualization, and reporting skills using Power BI. Participants will learn how to transform raw data into meaningful insights, enabling more informed decision-making and improved reporting capabilities.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Perform advanced data transformations, including merging, appending, unpivoting, and grouping data.
Apply the M language to customize data processing and improve automation.
Enhance data quality through fuzzy matching and data profiling techniques.
Build optimized data models that improve performance and accuracy.
Utilize DAX functions, such as CALCULATE and Time Intelligence, for advanced analytics.
Incorporate geospatial visuals, drill-downs, hierarchies, and custom sort orders to enhance reports.
Implement interactive filtering, including synchronized slicers, drill-throughs, and cross-filter editing.
Apply row-level security to restrict data access based on user roles.
Online Training
Power BI Intermediate for Government
Session details
- Data-Driven Government: U.S. federal, state, and local agencies are rapidly adopting data-driven decision-making strategies. The Federal Data Strategy and the Evidence-Based Policymaking Act underscore the importance of leveraging tools like Power BI to drive transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
- Reduce Dependence on BI Teams: According to Gartner, by 2025, 80% of analytics will be performed by business users rather than dedicated data analysts. This shift makes Power BI proficiency a critical skill for professionals at all levels.
- Power BI’s Impact on Government: 90% of Fortune 500 companies and a growing number of U.S. government agencies use Power BI for reporting, analysis, and operational intelligence. Its ability to integrate real-time data across systems has made it a key asset for agencies managing complex programs.
- Self-Service Analytics for Agencies: Power BI allows agencies to democratize data access by enabling non-technical professionals to generate insights without relying on IT or BI teams. This enhances efficiency and enables faster decision-making.
- Move Beyond Static Reports: Instead of relying on Excel spreadsheets and outdated reporting systems, agencies can leverage Power BI to create interactive, real-time dashboards that improve communication with stakeholders and drive better policy decisions.
By attending this course, government professionals will gain the skills and confidence needed to harness the power of data and support agency objectives through actionable insights.
Some familiarity with topic is recommended
Key Sessions
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11.00am |
Welcome and Opening Remarks |
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Session 1 |
Overview of Power BI and Data Transformation
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1:00pm |
Break |
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Session 2 |
Data Modelling in Power BI
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3:00pm |
End of day 1 |
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11:05am |
Welcome and Recap |
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Session 1 |
Visualizing Data in Power BI
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1:00pm |
Break |
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Session 2 |
Advanced Features and Power BI Service
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3:00pm |
End of day 2 |
Meet Your Facilitator
Shannon Lynch
The PowerBI Coach
With a passion for data visualization and a knack for turning complex information into easily digestible insights, Shannon is the go-to guy for all things Power BI. When he’s not crafting visually stunning dashboards and reports, you can find him sharing his knowledge and expertise as a Power BI trainer and consultant. Shannon’s unique blend of technical skills and creative flair have made him a hit with clients, who rave about his ability to turn their data into powerful storytelling tools.
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