ONLEARN COURSE
Power BI for Project Managers: Track & Predict Success
Transform raw project data into dynamic dashboards. Learn to monitor KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and forecast outcomes to keep your projects on time and budget.
IntermediateEnglish3 sections4 hours673 students
What you’ll be able to do
- Connect Power BI to various project data sources (e.g., Excel, SharePoint, Jira).
- Design and build interactive dashboards for project tracking and reporting.
- Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project health and progress.
- Utilize DAX formulas to create custom measures and calculated columns for advanced analytics.
- Develop predictive models within Power BI to forecast project timelines and budget adherence.
- Publish and share Power BI reports securely with project teams and stakeholders.
- Automate data refresh processes to ensure real-time project insights.
- Apply best practices for effective data visualization in a project management context.
Inside this course
3 sections · 15 activities · 4 hours total length
01Module 1: Foundations of Project Reporting in Power BI
- Introduction to Power BI for Project Managers10:00
- Connecting to Project Data Sources15:00
- Data Transformation and Cleaning with Power Query20:00
- Establishing Data Models and Relationships15:00
- Hands-on Lab: Importing and Cleaning Project Schedule Data12:00
02Module 2: Building Interactive Project Dashboards
- Designing Effective Project Visualizations15:00
- Creating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)18:00
- Introduction to DAX for Project Measures20:00
- Building a Project Status Dashboard25:00
- Hands-on Lab: Developing a Project Budget Tracking Dashboard12:00
03Module 3: Advanced Analytics and Predictive Insights
- Advanced DAX for Project Forecasting20:00
- Implementing What-If Parameters for Scenario Analysis15:00
- Utilizing Power BI's AI Visuals for Anomaly Detection15:00
- Hands-on Lab: Predicting Project Completion with Trend Lines15:00
- Course Wrap-up and Next Steps5:00
About this course
Master Power BI to elevate your project management. Learn to track key metrics, visualize progress, and predict outcomes, transforming raw data into actionable insights for project success.
Who this is for
- Project Managers looking to enhance their reporting and analytical capabilities.
- Program Managers needing better visibility across multiple projects.
- Project Coordinators aspiring to create impactful data-driven presentations.
- Business Analysts involved in project performance monitoring.
- Anyone interested in leveraging Power BI for practical project insights and predictive analysis.
Before you begin
- Basic understanding of project management principles.
- A free Power BI Desktop installation (instructions provided).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel is beneficial but not strictly required.
- Stable internet connection for accessing course materials and Power BI Service.
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
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