Why Should I Use Power BI?
Discover the top 25 benefits of using Power BI to visualise your data, provide actionable insights,
real-time analytics, and cost-effective solutions.
Power BI Service
1 Day
Duration
Intermediate
Level
N/A
per person
Course Overview
This one-day Power BI Service course focuses on the cloud-based components of the Power BI platform and shows how they work together to support reporting and data sharing across your organisation. You'll learn how to easily publish and distribute reports and dashboards, keep information up to date through scheduled data refreshes, and take advantage of the flexibility and accessibility offered by the online service.
The course also demonstrates how to build simple reports directly within Power BI Service, enabling you to quickly respond to reporting requirements without needing to use Power BI Desktop.
Whether you're new to Power BI Service or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, this course provides the skills and confidence needed to use the platform more effectively and unlock its full potential.
Audience
Course Prerequisites
Participants should already have a foundational understanding of Power BI. Completion of a Power BI Essentials course, or equivalent hands-on experience and knowledge, is recommended before attending this training.
Registering Multiple Participants?
A 10% discount will be automatically applied when registering two or more participants for a course.
Do you have 5 or more participants?
Private courses are more cost-effective if you're looking to upskill 5 or more people.
Prerequisites
Power BI Essentials
Alternative Courses
Power BI Report Design
Next Steps...
Power BI Advanced
Power Automate Super User
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Power BI Service
- Overview of Power BI Desktop vs. Power BI Service
- Key Features Unique to Power BI Service
- Navigating Power BI Service Interface and Workspaces
- Understand License Types: Free, Pro, Premium, and Embedded
Module 2: Connecting to Data and Building Reports
- Connecting to Existing Data Artefacts and Semantic Models
- Importing Data Directly Into Power BI Service
- Creating and Publishing Reports to and From Power BI Service
- Building Reports Using Live Data and Models in the Cloud
- Connecting to Existing Data Artifacts and Semantic Models
Module 3: Understanding Collaborative Workspaces in Power BI
- Creating and Managing Collaborative Workspaces
- Configuring Workspace Settings
- Managing Workspace Access with Defined Roles
- Structured Content Organization in Workspaces
- Tracking Item Lineage
Module 4: Dashboards and Data Visualisation
- Understanding the Difference between Reports and Dashboards
- Creating and Managing Dashboards
- Pin Visuals to Dashboards
- Customise Themes for Dashboards
- Optimise Layouts for Mobile Devices
- Asking Questions in Natural Language
Module 5: Power BI Service Integration
- Configuring Teams Integration
- Track Data with Subscriptions
- Collaborating Using Comments
- Publish Reports to Web
- Set Data Alerts for Email Notifications
- Generate QR Codes for Easy Access
- Export Data to Excel, PowerPoint, or Pdf
- Integrating Reports into SharePoint
Module 6: Distributing Content with Power BI Apps
- Create and Publish Apps
- Configure App Settings
- Add Content to Apps
- Manage Multiple Audiences
- Explore AppSource Marketplace
- Utilise Template Apps
Module 7: Automating Data Refresh and Alerts
- Automating Scheduled Data Refreshes to Keep Reports Up-to-date
- Set Alerts for Email Notifications
- Managing Refresh Schedules and Dataset Performance in Power BI Service
- Gateway and Cloud Configuration
- Protect Data with Connection Controls
Module 8: Implementing Row Level Security (RLS)
- Define DAX Filters for Data Access.
- Simulate Roles with 'view as'
- Map Users to Roles in Security Settings
- Modify and Verify Roles in Service
Module 9: Goals and Metrics
- Build Scorecards to Define Objectives
- Add and Organize Goals and SubGoals
- Track Data Points Linked to Goals
- Set Targets and Monitor Progress
- Update Goal Status to Reflect Achievements
- View Goal Progress over Time
- Manually Enter Data and Schedule Check-ins
- Connect to Power Automate for Workflow Automation
Module 10: Data Governance, Certification, and Usage Analytics
- Implementing Data Governance across Power BI Environments
- Applying Sensitivity Labels
- Monitoring Report and Dashboard Usage Metrics to Drive Engagement
- Create and Configure Domains
- Certify and Endorse Datasets
Module 11: Power BI Resources and Community Engagement
- Learn Power BI through Training Resources
- Access Official Power BI Documentation
- Join the Power BI Community for Support
- Practice Using Sample Reports like Revenue Opportunities and Regional Sales
- Stay Updated With the Latest Power BI Features
On-Demand Schedule
'Power BI Service' is not currently available as a public scheduled course.
Get in touch with the 3grow team to discuss your requirements or enquire about a private on-site or virtual course.
Power BI FAQs
What is Power Query?
Power Query is a data connection technology that enables you to discover, connect, combine, and refine data across a wide variety of sources. Read this detailed article by Microsoft for a more in-depth look at Power Query
What is DAX?
DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) is a formula language used in Power BI for creating custom calculations in your data models.
Can I share my reports and dashboards with others?
Yes, Power BI allows you to publish and share your reports and dashboards with colleagues and stakeholders through Power BI Service.
What types of visualizations can I create in Power BI?
You can create various visualizations including bar charts, line charts, pie charts, maps, and more. The course covers how to customize these visuals to best represent your data.
See visualization types for more information
What is data modeling in Power BI?
Data modeling involves creating relationships between different data tables and using DAX to create calculated columns and measures. This helps in organizing and structuring your data for better analysis.
