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Details
Power Query is a data transformation and analysis tool that enables users to connect to various data sources, clean and transform data, and automate data processing tasks. A Power Query course provides participants with foundational knowledge and skills to use Power Query effectively in their data analysis and reporting work. The course covers topics such as connecting to different data sources, transforming data, creating queries, automating data import and processing tasks, and advanced data transformation techniques. Participants will also learn how to use formulas and functions, work with dates and times, perform conditional logic, handle large datasets, and optimize query performance. By the end of the course, participants will have gained practical skills and knowledge to use Power Query to transform and analyze data, create reports and dashboards, and collaborate and share data with others. Power Query is a valuable tool for business analysts, data analysts, and anyone who works with data and wants to streamline their data transformation and analysis processes.
Course Objective: The objective of this course is to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and skills to use Power Query for data transformation and analysis. Participants will learn how to connect to various data sources, clean and transform data, create queries, and automate data import and processing tasks.
We will cover the following:
Module 1: Introduction to Power Query
Module 2: Data Sources and Connections
Module 3: Transforming Data
Module 4: Query Management and Automation
Module 5: Advanced Data Transformations
Module 6: Advanced Query Techniques
Delivery Methods
Leading Training is focusing on providing virtual training courses for the foreseeable future and will only consider in-person and classroom training on request, with a required minimum group size of six delegates. We remain committed to offering training that is fast, focused and effective.
| Delivery Method | Duration | Price (excl. VAT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom | 1 day | ZAR 2,750.00 | Get a Quote | |
| Live Virtual Training | 1 day | ZAR 2,250.00 | Get a Quote |
Discounts Available
Save up to 10% by booking and paying 10 business days before the course.
Brochure:
Customer Testimonials
NinetyOne SA (Pty) Ltd
Was very interesting content and Lawrence led the class expertly and was very approachable.
NinetyOne SA (Pty) Ltd
Our trainer was Lawrence Maoka. He's professional, his content is well paced and he's knowledgeable about the subject. He's able to answer questions outside of the structure of the course on beat. Would definitely recommend him and looking forward to more training facilitated by him.
NinetyOne SA (Pty) Ltd
Lawrence was the Trainer. He was nice and patient with us all. He guided us and explained the different practical courses perfectly for us to all follow along. He also did not complicate it and made it easy for us to understand the tasks and how we can use it in our daily work. Thanks a lot Lawrence. Regards, Malose
Audience
It is intended for use by non-IT staff, including both Line and Senior Managers, Personal Assistants, Business Analysts, BI Specialists, and Knowledge Workers.
Pre-Requisites
IMPORTANT: There are no strict prerequisites for learning Power Query, as it is a tool that can be used by beginners and advanced users alike. However, some knowledge of Excel or other data analysis tools may be beneficial, as well as a basic understanding of data analysis concepts such as data types, data sources, and data manipulation.
Course Outline / Curriculum
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Course Objective: The objective of this course is to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and skills to use Power Query for data transformation and analysis. Participants will learn how to connect to various data sources, clean and transform data, create queries, and automate data import and processing tasks.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Power Query
- Overview of Power Query
- Benefits of using Power Query
- Differences between Power Query and Excel's built-in data tools
Module 2: Data Sources and Connections
- Connecting to various data sources
- Importing data into Power Query
- Refreshing data and managing connections
Module 3: Transforming Data
- Cleaning and shaping data using Power Query
- Splitting, merging, and pivoting data
- Grouping and aggregating data
- Combining data from multiple sources
Module 4: Query Management and Automation
- Creating and editing queries
- Filtering and sorting data
- Handling errors and applying query options
- Automating data import and processing tasks
Module 5: Advanced Data Transformations
- Using formulas and functions
- Working with dates and times
- Performing conditional logic
- Handling text and numeric data
Module 6: Advanced Query Techniques
- Combining and merging queries
- Creating custom functions and parameters
- Handling large datasets and memory issues
- Optimizing query performance
Schedule Dates and Booking
There are currently no scheduled dates.
Please note that this course needs a minimum of 6 delegates to schedule a course. You can choose to be added to the waiting list by clicking the button below, and we will contact you when we have enough delegates interested. Should we not get enough delegates, we will refund or credit your paid booking.
Should you need this course urgently, the following options are available:
- Pay for 6 delegates (whether you have them or not) and we will schedule the course as soon as possible.
- If you have fewer delegates and cannot pay for 6, we can negotiate a shortened course where some of the time will be spent in blended learning - watching videos and doing tutorials and exercises with some contact time with the trainer. We would want to discuss what your core needs are so that we cover those aspects. You need to have paid for 3 delegates at least.