Description
MIM1020 – Advanced Data Analytics with Power Query & Power Pivot (1 Day | Virtual)
Overview
In today’s data-driven environment, the ability to analyse and interpret large datasets efficiently is essential for informed and timely decision-making. Microsoft Excel remains one of the most powerful and widely used data analytics tools—especially when enhanced with advanced capabilities such as Power Query and Power Pivot.
This intensive one-day virtual program is designed to help participants streamline their data workflows by connecting to multiple data sources, transforming and cleaning data efficiently, and building robust data models for deeper analysis. Participants will gain hands-on experience using Power Query for data preparation and Power Pivot for advanced calculations and data modelling, enabling them to generate accurate insights and reports with greater speed and confidence.
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Objectives
Objectives By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Connect to data from multiple sources including Excel files, CSV files, web sources, and databases
- Clean, transform, and prepare data efficiently using Power Query
- Merge, append, and shape multiple datasets for analysis readiness
- Understand and manage table relationships for effective data modelling
- Apply Power Pivot and DAX to create calculated columns and measures
- Enhance data analysis using PivotTables, slicers, and advanced filtering techniques
Duration
Duration 1 Day
Target Audience
Target Audience - Data Analysts
- Business Analysts
- Finance, Operations, and Reporting Professionals
- Excel users working with large or complex datasets
- Professionals seeking advanced Excel data analytics skills
Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Power Query
- Overview and purpose of Power Query
- Benefits of using Power Query in data analytics
- Navigating the Power Query Editor
- Understanding the interface and key components
- Importing data from multiple sources (Excel, CSV, web, databases)
- Basic data transformations (renaming columns, removing columns, filtering rows)
Module 2: Data Transformation Techniques
- Advanced data transformation methods
- Sorting and filtering data
- Grouping and summarising data
- Pivoting and unpivoting columns
- Data cleaning techniques
- Handling missing data
- Splitting and merging columns
- Removing duplicates
Module 3: Combining Data
- Appending queries
- Merging queries
- Working with multiple data sources
- Preparing data for analysis and modelling
Module 4: Introduction to Power Pivot
- What is Power Pivot and why it matters
- Setting up Power Pivot
- Loading and managing data in Power Pivot
- Creating and managing table relationships
- Understanding one-to-one, one-to-many, and many-to-many relationships
Module 5: Data Modelling with DAX
- Introduction to Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
- Creating calculated columns
- Creating calculated measures
- Applying DAX for common business calculations
Module 6: Advanced PivotTable Analysis
- Creating PivotTables using Power Pivot data models
- Grouping data (dates, numbers, text)
- Creating calculated fields and items
- Applying filters effectively
- Using slicers and timelines for interactive analysis
- Applying advanced filters for deeper insights