In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, accounting professionals are expected to be more than just number crunchers, they are expected to be insightful interpreters of data. In an era where data is king, this course is your gateway to becoming a savvy data analyst, giving you a competitive edge in your field. We will guide you through the intricacies of making complex data analysis approachable and engaging. You will learn the all important Data Analysis Process Flow that will take you from collecting data all the way to making insightful decisions based upon your data. We will explore the basics of data modeling that will allow you to access data from multiple sources and use sophisticated calculations to create our data metrics. You will learn how to create interactive dashboards, perform sophisticated reporting, and uncover deep insights from your data. Whether you're looking to streamline your reporting process, enhance your data visualization skills, or make more data-driven decisions, this course is tailored to meet those needs. It's not just about learning a tool; it's about enhancing your professional identity as a forward-thinking accounting professional. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Learning Objectives
After attending this presentation you will be able to ...
- Identify the key components and functionalities of the PowerBI.com interface, enabling efficient navigation and utilization for data analysis tasks.
- Recognize the capabilities of the Q&A feature in PowerBI.com, so you can leverage it for generating quick insights from data using natural language queries.
- Select the appropriate data sharing and collaboration methods within PowerBI.com for your situation.
Major Topics
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:
- Tour of the PowerBI.com Interface: An in-depth walkthrough of the PowerBI.com environment, focusing on user interface elements, navigation, and customization.
- PowerBI.com Concepts: Fundamental concepts of PowerBI.com, including its architecture, data handling capabilities, and integration features.
- Connecting to Data: Techniques for connecting various data sources to PowerBI.com, ensuring seamless data integration and synchronization.
- Visualizations and Dashboards: Creating impactful visualizations and assembling informative dashboards to present data compellingly.
- Q&A Feature: Explore the interactive Q&A feature to derive insights through natural language queries.
- Sharing Datasets, Reports, Dashboards: Best practices for sharing datasets, reports, and dashboards with different audiences so they can leverage your data analysis work.
- Creating Apps: Learn how to package reports and dashboards into apps for easy distribution and consumption.