Training on Advanced Power BI and DAX
Course Overview
What is Advanced Power BI and DAX?
Advanced Power BI and DAX involve using sophisticated data modeling techniques and powerful formula expressions to transform raw data into interactive, scalable, and insight-driven dashboards. DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) enables complex calculations, custom metrics, and business logic within Power BI.
Many organizations struggle to unlock the full potential of Power BI:
- Limited understanding of DAX for advanced calculations
- Poor data models leading to slow performance
- Inability to handle complex business logic
- Static dashboards with low user engagement
- Inconsistent KPI definitions across reports
Without advanced skills, dashboards remain basic and fail to deliver strategic insights.
This course provides hands-on expertise in advanced Power BI and DAX. Participants learn how to build optimized data models, write efficient DAX formulas, and design interactive dashboards that support real-time decision-making and enterprise analytics.
Key Concepts Covered
- Advanced data modeling (star schema, relationships, normalization)
- DAX fundamentals to advanced functions (CALCULATE, FILTER, ALL, time intelligence)
- Measures vs calculated columns optimization
- Performance tuning and query optimization
- Advanced visualizations and dashboard design
- KPI development and business metrics modeling
- Data storytelling and insight communication
- Integration with multiple data sources
Participants will apply skills to:
- Build enterprise-grade Power BI dashboards
- Develop complex financial and operational models using DAX
- Create dynamic, interactive reports for decision-makers
- Optimize performance of large datasets
- Standardize KPIs and reporting frameworks
By the end of the course, participants will be able to design high-performance data models, write advanced DAX calculations, create interactive dashboards, and deliver actionable business insights using Power BI.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Data analysts and business intelligence professionals
- Power BI developers and report designers
- Data scientists and analytics specialists
- Finance and operations analysts
- IT and data professionals working with reporting systems
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Improved decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting
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Greater efficiency in transforming raw data into actionable insights
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Enhanced ability to track performance metrics and financial outcomes
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Stronger in-house expertise to reduce reliance on external consultants
Individual Impact
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Mastery of advanced Power BI and DAX functions
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Ability to model complex business scenarios with confidence
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Practical experience in building enterprise-level dashboards
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Increased career opportunities in data analytics and business intelligence
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Apply advanced data modeling techniques in Power BI.
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Use DAX to create calculated columns, measures, and advanced time intelligence.
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Build custom dashboards with interactive and dynamic visuals.
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Optimize Power BI reports for performance and scalability.
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Apply case studies to solve real-world business problems using Power BI and DAX.
Course Outline
Module 1: Advanced Data Modeling in Power BI
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Star schema design and relationships
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Handling many-to-many relationships
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Role-playing dimensions
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Case Study: Designing a data model for sales and marketing analytics
Module 2: Mastering DAX Fundamentals
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Calculated columns, measures, and tables
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Filter context and row context explained
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Common DAX functions for advanced analysis
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Case Study: Building financial KPIs using DAX
Module 3: Time Intelligence and Complex DAX
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Date tables and time intelligence functions
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Period-over-period comparisons (YoY, MoM, YTD)
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Advanced calculations with variables and iterators
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Case Study: Tracking performance trends across multiple regions
Module 4: Visualization and Advanced Dashboard Design
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Custom visuals and interactive features
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Drill-through, bookmarks, and dynamic reports
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Designing dashboards for executives and business units
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Case Study: Creating a real-time executive performance dashboard
Module 5: Performance Optimization and Best Practices
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Optimizing DAX queries and reducing report load time
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Data refresh strategies and Power BI Service features
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Governance and sharing best practices
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Case Study: Scaling Power BI for enterprise reporting
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
Talk to us and we’ll guide you on the best schedule and format for your team.
Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
Tailor-Made Training and Customization
Off-the-shelf solutions rarely fit perfectly. At ForElite Training Institute, we built our Tailor-Made Training (TMT) service to embed our expertise directly into your unique strategy, culture, and operations.
We replace generic examples with scenarios from your sector (e.g., public sector, NGOs, financial services, or logistics).
Choose a format that fits your operations: intensive 3 day bootcamps or weekly sessions that minimize work disruption.
We teach directly from your actual templates, brand guidelines, or financial reports.
Host your bespoke training in any of our 21+ global cities, or we'll send facilitators to your office anywhere in the world.
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