Power BI for Data Storytelling
Gain the Microsoft Power BI expertise employers value and build the skills to advance your business intelligence career.
Duration
Approx 12 weeks3 hrs per week
Master Microsoft Power BI from foundations to advanced analytics
Think of Power BI as a complete analytics toolkit rather than a single reporting application. Each course adds a new capability, from preparing and organising data to analysing it, presenting insights, and managing solutions at scale.
Across this ExpertTrack, learners will build a strong foundation in Power BI Desktop before progressing to advanced DAX, enterprise reporting, cloud deployment, Python integration, AI, Microsoft Copilot, and governance. This structured pathway will help learners understand not only how to use individual features, but also how these features work together within a modern business intelligence environment.
Learn the Complete Power BI Workflow
A successful Power BI solution works like a well-designed production line: raw data enters at one end, passes through several carefully managed stages, and becomes clear, decision-ready insight at the other.
Learners will begin by connecting, cleaning, and transforming data with Power Query before organising it using effective data modelling techniques. They will then use DAX to create meaningful calculations, design interactive reports and dashboards, and publish content through Power BI Service.
The ExpertTrack will also introduce Report Builder, Report Server, security, governance, and deployment across cloud and on-premises environments. Learners will then extend Power BI using Python, AI, and Microsoft Copilot to create more intelligent and scalable analytics solutions.
Develop Practical Business Intelligence Skills for Your Career
Throughout the ExpertTrack, learners will apply their knowledge to realistic workplace scenarios that reflect the challenges faced by analytics teams.
Rather than focusing only on individual tools, learners will practise turning business questions into structured data models, useful calculations, clear visual stories, and managed reporting solutions. These activities will help them build the confidence to work with stakeholders, communicate findings, and support data-driven decisions.
By completing the ExpertTrack, learners will develop skills relevant to roles such as Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Reporting Analyst, and Power BI Developer.
Key skills you will learn
- Data Preparation and Transformation
- Data Modelling
- DAX
- Reports, Dashboards, and Data Storytelling
- Power BI Service and Enterprise Reporting
- Security, Governance, and Performance
- AI and Advanced Analytics
Experience required
This ExpertTrack is designed for aspiring and existing data professionals who want to build practical Microsoft Power BI expertise and progress their careers in business intelligence. It’s ideal for learners looking to develop job-ready skills in data analysis, reporting, visualisation, DAX, enterprise deployment, and AI-powered analytics.
Learners need a computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux) with at least 8 GB RAM and a stable internet connection. No prior Python installation is required, as learners will be guided through the Python installation process during the ExpertTrack.
Getting started
Whether you’re starting a career in data, moving into a business intelligence role, or looking to strengthen your existing analytics capabilities, this collection provides a structured pathway from Power BI fundamentals to advanced enterprise solutions.
ExpertTrack course overview
Course 1
Power BI Foundations: Data Preparation and Modelling for Analytics
Build in-demand Power BI skills to use in analyst and reporting roles as you learn to prepare and create effective data models.
3 tests
3 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
Business Intelligence and the Power BI Ecosystem
- Navigating Your Power BI Journey
- Exploring the Foundations of Business Intelligence
- Inside the Power BI Ecosystem
- Choosing the Right Power BI Environment
Week 2
Data Preparation and Transformation with Power Query
- Connecting and Loading Data
- Transforming Data with Power Query Editor
- Advanced Query Techniques and Data Profiling
Week 3
Building Data Models and Your First Report
- Introduction to Data Modelling
- Relationships, Cross-Filter Directions, and Model Optimisation
- Validating Model with Basic Visualisation
Course 2
Mastering DAX and Data Visualisation in Power BI
Advance your Power BI skills by mastering DAX and designing compelling data reports that support better business decisions.
3 tests
3 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
Building Business Calculations with DAX
- Getting Started with DAX
- Learning the Foundations of DAX
- Creating Business Calculations with DAX
- DAX: Context and Performance
Week 2
Designing Impactful Data Visualisations
- Building Core Visualisation Skills
- Selecting the Right Visual for Every Insight
- Designing Insightful Reports
Week 3
Interactive Reporting and Data Storytelling
- Enhancing Report Interactivity
- Crafting Reports that Tell a Story
Course 3
Power BI at Scale: Enterprise Reporting and Cloud Deployment
Learn to deploy Power BI at scale and gain a skill set that is immediately applicable to mid- to senior-level Power BI roles.
3 tests
3 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
From Desktop to Service: Publishing and Sharing Insights
- Beginning Your Power BI Service Journey
- Exploring the Power BI Service Environment
- Publish and Explore Business Insights
- Sharing and Collaborating with Power BI Service
Week 2
Enterprise Data Connectivity and Solution Deployment
- Building Enterprise Data Connectivity
- Managing Dataflows, Gateways, and Refresh
- Deploying and Extending Power BI Solutions
Week 3
Paginated and On-Premises Enterprise Reporting
- Setting Up and Managing Power BI Report Server
- Building Paginated Reports with Power BI Report Builder
Course 4
Advanced Power BI Intelligence with AI, Python, and Governance
Uncover advanced Power BI capabilities by integrating Python, AI, Microsoft Copilot, and governance to build intelligent business.
3 tests
3 weeks
3 hours per week
Week 1
Extending Power BI Analytics with Python
- Beginning Your Advanced Power BI Journey
- Setting Up Python Integration in Power BI
- Preparing and Transforming Data with Python
- Building Python Visuals and Predictive Models
Week 2
Intelligent Analytics with AI and Generative AI
- AI in Business Intelligence
- Exploring Power BI's AI Visuals
- Advancing Power BI with Generative AI, Copilot, and Agentic AI
Week 3
Securing, Governing, and Optimising Power BI
- Establishing Power BI Governance and Security
- Securing Data with RLS and OLS
- Governing, Optimising, and Monitoring Power BI Solutions
Prove you're job ready
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- Receive certificates validated by the educating organisation.
- Impress employers with learning outcomes you can add to your CV.
- Make your career dreams a reality.
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