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Power BI Intermediate | Training Course

Develop advanced modelling, DAX and visual design skills to build dynamic, dataâ€‘driven reports that deliver deeper business insights.

2 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

Understanding how to transform complex, messy datasets into reliable analytical models, helping you deliver consistently accurate, business-ready insights.
Exploring advanced Power Query features, enabling you to merge, clean and reformat data efficiently from multiple, dynamic sources.
How to build high performance data models with calculated tables and relationships, optimising them for size, clarity and refresh speed.
Mastering DAX iterator functions such as SUMX and AVERAGEX, empowering you to create detailed measures for deeper business analysis.
Developing advanced time intelligence skills, enabling rolling averages, year-to-date summaries and insightful reporting across flexible timeframes.
How to design interactive visuals with bookmarks, tooltips and drill-throughs, transforming dashboards into engaging storytelling tools.
Enhancing collaboration in Power BI Service, helping teams share, refresh and secure reports seamlessly across departments or clients.
How to apply everything in a real-world dashboard challenge, reinforcing advanced Power BI techniques that directly improve workplace performance.

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This Power BI Intermediate course includes

Authorised Certificate
Lifetime support after your course
Course materials
Live Instructor-led training

Refreshments all day
Latest Mac or PC ready to go
Authorised Trainers
Hands-on exercises

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We offer Power BI Intermediate as a private course.

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The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Power BI Intermediate

Recapping Core Concepts

Reviewing the end-to-end data flow
Reinforcing essential DAX and relationship knowledge

Advanced Data Transformation Techniques

Using parameters, conditional columns and groupings
Applying fuzzy matching for data quality improvement
Exploring M language through the Advanced Editor

Strengthening the Data Model

Building efficient star and snowflake schemas
Managing relationship ambiguity and direction
Creating and using calculated tables
Optimising model size and refresh performance

Expanding DAX Skills

Applying iterator functions: SUMX, AVERAGEX
Managing filter and row context with CALCULATE
Combining functions with variables for efficiency
Debugging calculations and logical validation

Applying Time Intelligence

Creating and managing Date tables
Using functions such as PREVIOUSYEAR, DATEADD, TOTALYTD
Developing rolling averages and period comparisons

Designing Interactive Visuals

Using drillthroughs, bookmarks and tooltips
Creating dashboard navigation with buttons
Integrating KPI cards, conditional formatting and themes

Collaboration and Publishing

Building workspaces and shared environments
Using Power BI Apps for team collaboration
Scheduling data refreshes and workspace permissions

Workshop Challenge

Building a multi-source interactive dashboard using dynamic visuals

FAQs about the Power BI Intermediate course

Is this Power BI Intermediate course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who have experience in Power BI or have already attended one of our Power BI training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Power BI. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Power BI Intermediate course?

Our Power BI Intermediate course is extremely interactive. You will be using Power BI throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.

How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Power BI Intermediate course?

For private classes in Power BI Intermediate, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Power BI Intermediate course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Power BI Intermediate course?

We offer ongoing support to our Power BI Intermediate course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Power BI Intermediate course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Power BI Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Power BI Intermediate — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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