Microsoft Excel & Power Bi for Data Analytics & AI Dashboards
AI, Technology & Digital · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900
Overview
In an era where data is a powerful asset, businesses and organizations must evolve to make informed, data-driven decisions. Power BI, a leading tool in business intelligence, allows users to transform raw data into meaningful insights, helping decision-makers make strategic choices.
Learning Objectives
Learn to use Power BI to connect, clean, and transform business data
Develop skills to create dynamic dashboards and reports for in-depth data analysis
Understand AI and machine learning capabilities in Power BI
Utilize advanced data modeling and visualization techniques for effective storytelling
Gain the ability to apply AI-powered analytics to identify trends, forecasts, and patterns
Who Should Attend
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Business analysts
Data professionals
Managers
Executives and decision-makers
Professionals in finance
Course Outline
Day 1 — Fundamentals of Power BI and Data Loading
Introduction to Power BI interface and functionalities
Connecting to various data sources (databases, cloud, Excel, etc.)
Data loading, cleaning, and transformation with Power Query Editor
Hands-on: Setting up and loading data for analysis
Day 2 — Data Modeling and DAX for Data Analysis
Overview of data modeling in Power BI for efficient reporting
Introduction to DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for calculations and custom measures
Using DAX to create calculated columns, measures, and more complex formulas
Hands-on: Building a data model and using DAX for data analysis
Day 3 — Designing Dashboards for Data Analysis
Principles of effective data visualization for business insights
Creating dynamic and interactive dashboards with visuals (charts, KPIs, tables)
Adding drill-throughs, tooltips, and interactive slicers for user experience
Best practices in dashboard design for clear and concise data storytelling
Day 4 — Integrating AI and Machine Learning in Power BI
Overview of AI features in Power BI: Q&A visual, AI visuals, and Cognitive Services
Using the Key Influencers visual to analyze factors impacting outcomes
AI-driven clustering and segmentation of data for deeper insights
Applying forecasting models and time-series analysis
Day 5 — Advanced Reporting and Publishing AI Dashboards
Integrating Power BI dashboards with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
Publishing and sharing dashboards securely in Power BI Service
Optimizing dashboards for performance and mobile access
Final hands-on project: Creating an AI-powered dashboard to demonstrate business insights
Accreditation
Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.
What do Al-Khobraa AI, technology and digital courses cover?
The portfolio covers cyber security, data analytics and data science, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, Power BI and Excel for analysis, digital transformation and IT governance. Courses are applied — delegates work with real datasets and tools rather than slideware.
Who should attend an AI, technology or digital course?
These courses suit IT and cyber security staff, data and business analysts, engineers and operations professionals who work with plant or business data, digital transformation teams, and managers who commission or govern technology projects. Foundation-level courses assume no programming background.
How long are AI, technology and digital courses, and where are they held?
Most Al-Khobraa AI, technology and digital courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.
What certificate will I receive?
Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.
Can AI, technology and digital training be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. Any Al-Khobraa AI, technology and digital course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.