Power Up with Power BI: Beginner's Pathway to Data Visualization and Analysis

Course Provider

Academy for Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE@NTU)

Certification

Continuing Education and Training Certificate

Introduction

Industry professionals who rely on data analysis and visualization for decision-making will find this course invaluable. Its primary aim is to equip participants with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to harness the full potential of Power Business Intelligence (BI) for data analysis, visualization, and reporting. By the course's conclusion, participants will be adept at transforming raw data into actionable insights, crafting interactive dashboards, and making informed, data-driven decisions.
Powering Up with Power BI harmonizes perfectly with the global trend of data-driven decision-making and digital transformation—two critical elements for maintaining a competitive edge in today's dynamic business landscape—allowing aspiring data analysts looking to kickstart their careers, entry-level business intelligence professionals to bolster their skill set, and business professionals to elevate their data analysis capabilities.

Course Availability

  • Date(s): 26 to 28 Jun 2025

    Time: 09:00AM - 05:00PM

    Venue: NTU Campus

    Registration Closing Date: 06 Jun 2025

Objectives

The overall objective is to equip participants with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to effectively use Power BI for data analysis in transforming raw data into valuable insights, and create interactive dashboards for visualization and reporting, thus allowing for data-driven decisions to be made.

Outline

The overall objective is to equip participants with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to effectively use Power BI for data analysis in transforming raw data into valuable insights, and create interactive dashboards for visualization and reporting, thus allowing for data-driven decisions to be made.

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
  • import and transform data using Power Query
  • effectively structure and model data for analysis and reporting using data analysis expressions (DAX).
  • proficiently use various DAX functions to perform calculations, aggregations, and manipulations on data.
  • create and use measures and calculated columns to derive insights and metrics from data.
  • design effective and engaging data visualizations, including choosing the right chart types and customizing their appearance.
  • interpret data visualizations to derive insights and trends, making informed decisions based on the data presented.
  • construct a narrative with data, presenting findings and insights in a clear and compelling manner to convey a story.
  • create interactive and informative dashboards that summarize complex data for better decision-making.
  • utilise data-driven storytelling, data visualization best practices, and storytelling elements in their data presentations.

Who should attend

This program is suitable for participants where data analysis, reporting, and business intelligence play a critical role. Prior knowledge of data concepts is an advantage but not a requirement.

Fees and Funding

Standard Course Fee: S$2,180.00

SSG Funding Support

 Course fee

Course fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes

 

BEFORE funding & GST

AFTER funding & 9% GST

Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding)

S$2,000

S$654.00

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)

S$254.00

SCs aged ≥ 40 years old
SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)
(Up to 90% funding)

  • Standard course fee is inclusive of GST.
  • NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits. Click here for more information.

 

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Trainers

Mr Kan Hwa Heng

Mr Kan Hwa Heng

Hwa Heng is currently an adjunct lecturer teaching at both degree and diploma levels in various institutes of higher learning. He teaches information technology subjects such as object-oriented programming, web application development, accounting information systems, and data analytics and visualisation.

Hwa Heng has more than 20 years of experience in the information technology industry. He performed various technical roles including software development, technical pre-sales and IT project management. He developed and maintained enterprise applications in the government, banking and healthcare domains.

Hwa Heng obtained his MBA (Management of Information Technology) and Honors degree (Computer Technology) from NTU. He has a Specialist Diploma in Business & Big Data Analytics and a Specialist Diploma in Supply Chain Management from Nanyang Polytechnic. He is also a certified Project Management Professional and a certified Tableau Desktop Specialist.