Description

Power BI Training for Project Management Professionals (2 Days)

This specialized Power BI training course is designed specifically for project management professionals. Conducted online, the course is available to participants across the UK and beyond, providing tailored insights into the role of Power BI in enhancing project management practices.

COURSE OUTLINE

Understanding the Role of Power BI in Project Management

The Value of Data-Driven Decision Making

Learn how data-driven decision-making can significantly improve project outcomes by leveraging Power BI’s robust analytics capabilities.

How Power BI Enhances Project Management Practices

Explore the various ways Power BI can be utilized to optimize project management processes, including real-time data visualization and reporting.

Common Use Cases for Power BI in Project Management

Discover how leading project managers use Power BI to monitor project progress, manage resources, and forecast project risks.

Key Data Attributes in Project Management

Defining Project Management Data Requirements

Understand the specific data requirements needed for effective project management and how to structure them within Power BI.

Essential Data Attributes: Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, and Risk

Dive into the key data attributes that every project manager should track and analyze using Power BI.

Building Effective Data Models

Understanding Relationships Between Project Data Tables

Learn to establish and manage relationships between various project data tables within Power BI for comprehensive data modeling.

Creating Dimensional Models for Projects

Develop dimensional models that reflect project hierarchies and relationships, facilitating better data analysis and reporting.

Handling Time-Dependent Data in Project Management

Master the techniques of handling time-dependent data within Power BI, crucial for tracking project timelines and deadlines.

Utilizing DAX for Project Management Metrics

Essential DAX Formulas for Project Management

Learn the essential DAX formulas used to calculate project metrics and enhance your reporting capabilities.

Calculating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Using DAX

Explore how to calculate and visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) using DAX in Power BI.

Advanced DAX: Forecasting and What-If Analysis

Delve into advanced DAX techniques for forecasting project outcomes and conducting what-if analysis.

Designing Dashboards for Project Management

Principles of Effective Project Management Dashboards

Discover the principles of designing effective dashboards that convey the most critical project data at a glance.

Key Components: Gantt Charts, Burn-Down Charts, and Milestone Tracking

Learn how to incorporate essential components like Gantt charts and burn-down charts into your Power BI dashboards.

Customizing Dashboards for Different Stakeholders

Tailor your dashboards to meet the unique needs of different stakeholders, ensuring everyone has the insights they need.

Reporting on Project Progress

Visualizing Project Risks and Issues

Effectively visualize potential risks and issues using Power BI’s powerful reporting tools.

Utilizing Alerts and Notifications

Set up alerts and notifications within Power BI to stay informed of critical changes in project status.

Collaborative Reporting and Sharing

Collaborating with Team Members Through Power BI

Enhance team collaboration by sharing insights and reports through Power BI, keeping everyone on the same page.

Sharing Reports with External Stakeholders

Learn how to securely share Power BI reports with external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.