Power BI Desktop - Level 1

Built for users who want to turn data into clear, interactive visuals, this course introduces the core features of Power BI Desktop.

You’ll learn how to connect to data, work with the data model and create dynamic reports using DAX measures and built-in visualisations.

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What to expect

Power BI Desktop is a powerful tool for transforming raw information into meaningful insights. This course introduces the essential components of Power BI and shows you how to connect to source data, build a data model and prepare information for analysis.

You will learn how relationships work within the data model, how to add fields effectively and how to perform calculations using DAX. These skills lay the foundation for creating flexible reports that update automatically and respond to user interaction.

The course also explores Power BI’s visualisation tools so you can build clear, impactful dashboards that communicate insights at a glance. By the end, you’ll understand the full workflow from connection to presentation and be ready for more advanced Power BI development.

Is this course for you

This course is ideal for users who want to understand the core features of Power BI Desktop and build interactive visual reports. It must be completed before attending Microsoft – Power BI Desktop Level 2.

This course is suited to individuals who want to:

understand the core features of Power BI Desktop
create interactive and visually engaging reports
transform data into meaningful visual insights
build a strong foundation for more advanced Power BI skills

You may also be interested in our Turn Data into Compelling Visual Presentations course.

What you will explore

During this training course, you will develop a practical foundation in Power BI Desktop to transform data into meaningful insights. The course focuses on understanding the Power BI interface, connecting and modelling data, applying DAX calculations, and creating dynamic, interactive reports using built-in visualisations.

By the end of this training course, you should be able to:

Understand the components of Power BI Desktop
Connect to a variety of data sources
Understand and work with the data model
Add fields to the data model
Perform calculations using DAX formulas
Create dynamic reports using built-in visualisations Use
Use Power Pivot
Use Power Query - Basics

Where this course can take you

During this training course, you will explore the key components of Power BI Desktop and learn how to connect to source data. You will develop an understanding of building and working with the data model, adding and managing fields, and performing DAX calculations using measures.

The course also focuses on creating reports using Power BI visualisations and designing dynamic dashboards that update automatically as data changes. You will build practical skills to present insights clearly and support data driven decision making.