Power Pivot Excel Mastery: Build Powerful Data Models

What you will learn:

Set up and activate Power Pivot in Excel for data model creation.
Import data from various sources, building robust data models.
Create dynamic PivotTables linking multiple tables for comprehensive analysis.
Establish logical relationships between tables within Power Pivot data models.
Enhance reports using slicers and data filters for enhanced interactivity.
Utilize calculated columns and basic DAX functions for data calculations.
Create both implicit and explicit measures for dynamic KPI calculation.

Description

Transform your Excel skills with this comprehensive course on Power Pivot! Learn to build powerful data models, seamlessly integrating multiple data sources for dynamic, insightful reporting. This course goes beyond basic PivotTables, teaching you how to manage and analyze large datasets efficiently.

Starting with installation and activation, you'll master data import from Excel and other sources, establishing crucial relationships between tables for accurate, clear reporting. Create interactive PivotTables that access multiple tables simultaneously, unlocking powerful analysis capabilities. You’ll master the art of logical linking, combining information without manual data merging, saving time and enhancing report flexibility.

We'll tackle key concepts like data type management, using slicers and data filters to enhance report presentation and user interaction. This course dives into calculated columns and introduces foundational DAX functions for insightful data manipulation and computation. Understand the power of implicit and explicit measures for calculating dynamic key performance indicators (KPIs).

Why choose Power Pivot? Power Pivot isn't just a nice-to-have; it's essential for efficient data handling and reporting. Discover how to handle large datasets, link diverse tables without complex formulas, perform advanced analyses, and ensure automatic data updates. Enhance your data modelling skills and prepare for the future use of Power BI. This course gives you a solid foundation for professional data analysis in Excel.

Course Structure: Each module includes practical exercises with provided solutions, reinforcing learning through hands-on application. You'll import data, connect tables, build your own PivotTables, and refine your reports for optimal performance. Ideal for those ready to move beyond standard PivotTables, this course provides a solid foundation, enabling you to build complex data models for professional reporting.

Note: This course focuses on foundational Power Pivot, not advanced DAX or measure creation. It’s the perfect stepping stone to advanced techniques. By the end, you'll confidently create dynamic reports, analyze large datasets effectively, and unlock the full potential of Power Pivot for professional data analysis.

Curriculum

Why Power Pivot?

This introductory section sets the stage, highlighting the advantages of Power Pivot over traditional Excel methods. Lectures cover the course trailer, onboarding for new Udemy users, and a comparison of Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI, clarifying their distinct roles in data analysis. We then move into the crucial initial steps of installing and activating Power Pivot, followed by the process of loading data into the Power Pivot Data Model and importing data using Power Query, with practical exercises to solidify understanding.

Building Your First Data Models & PivotTables

This section is hands-on, guiding you through the creation of basic data models and PivotTables using Power Pivot. You'll learn how to import multiple tables or data sources, establish logical connections between them, and effectively pull data from different tables into a single PivotTable. Exercises reinforce each step, ensuring you understand the fundamentals of creating and working with linked tables, with solution walkthroughs to clarify any challenges.

Advanced Table Linking & Data Refinement

Building upon the foundational skills, this section dives deeper into table relationships. You’ll learn to efficiently manage and edit logical relationships within the data model, adjusting data types across the entire model for consistency and improved performance. Learn how to use data slicers to improve the look and feel of reports and create more interactive dashboards. Multiple table linking exercises challenge and reinforce these advanced techniques.

Data Calculation & Advanced Modelling

This section introduces calculated columns and basic DAX functions. Learn how to create calculated columns, building upon previous calculations, and understand the power of 'IF-THEN' statements within DAX. We'll explore both implicit and explicit measures, providing practical exercises and solution guides to enhance your proficiency in creating custom KPIs and performing complex calculations.

Bonus Section

This short bonus section provides information about limited-time offers.