Power BI for Decision-Making and Insights

Course code:	27-SS-151
Dates:	November 11, 2026 Alternate Course Dates
Meets:	W from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Hours:	6.00
Location:	VCU Academic Learning Commons 4110
Instructor:	Rosemary McCracken
Fee:	$275.00

Description

This intermediate-level course builds on foundational Power BI skills to support deeper analysis, advanced modeling, and insight-driven decision-making. As organizations increasingly rely on data to guide strategy, the ability to move beyond basic reporting to deeper analysis is essential.

Through hands-on exercises and real-world applications, participants will work with multiple data sources, develop calculations using DAX, and design reports that enable dynamic data exploration. The course focuses on practical techniques that can be immediately applied to uncover insights, identify trends, and support strategic business decisions.

Recommended Sequence
To build a strong foundation, participants are encouraged to begin with Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting or have equivalent experience before enrolling in this course.
Key Topics

Exploring advanced data modeling techniques and relationships
Introducing DAX for calculated measures and metrics
Examining dashboard interactivity and user-driven analysis
Reviewing best practices in data visualization and report optimization

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Build advanced data models across multiple data sources
Create DAX measures to generate meaningful metrics for decision-making
Develop dynamic reports and dashboards that allow users to explore data and uncover insights
Utilize advanced reporting features such as bookmarks, parameters and tooltips
Analyze trends and patterns to support strategic business decisions
Optimize reports to improve performance and usability for end users

Who Should Enroll
This course is ideal for professionals with foundational Power BI experience who are ready to expand their skills to support deeper analysis and reporting, including:

Individuals with introductory Power BI experience or equivalent knowledge
Business analysts and data professionals responsible for reporting and insights
Professionals looking to enhance their ability to model data and support data-driven decision-making

Digital Badge
Participants who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn a digital badge that can be shared on LinkedIn and other professional platforms. To earn the badge, participants must attend the full session, actively participate, and successfully complete a course-based activity demonstrating application of key concepts.

Notes

Registration Deadline: Early Registration ends October 11, 2026. Registrations will be accepted through November 9, 2026

Cancellation/Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration up until 7 days prior to the course start date (or specific date inserted), and receive a full refund minus any credit card processing fees. Cancellations must be received via email at ocpe@vcu.edu
In the unlikely event that this program is canceled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university will fully refund registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including change or cancellation charges to include but not limited to airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.

Student/Participant Conduct:
Participants are subject to all university policies applicable to students, unless a specific university or VCU Continuing and Professional Education policy explicitly states otherwise. University policies governing students are available at https://vcu.public.doctract.com including:
Student Code of Conduct
Honor System and Standards of Academic Conduct
Preventing and Responding to Discrimination
Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy-Interim
Sex-Based Misconduct Policy-Interim

For Academic Accommodations, please visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/policies.html#accommodations

There are still openings remaining at this time.