Take your data skills to the next level! Our Senior Data Analyst course empowers you with advanced analytics, data storytelling, predictive modeling, and strategic decision-making. Training in Lagos, Abuja, and online.
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Elevate Your Expertise for Strategic Impact
This Senior Analyst course provides the advanced skills required to meticulously gather, clean, analyze, and visualize complex data using industry-leading tools like Advanced Excel and Power BI. It is designed to equip participants to perform tasks required in high-level analytical roles, with a primary focus on designing sophisticated analyses and creating dynamic, executive-level reports and dashboards.
By the end of the Senior Analyst course, participants will be able to:
Module 1: Advanced Data Analysis Foundations & Environment Setup
Module 2: Mastering Data Setup & Manipulation in Excel/Sheets
Module 3: Power BI Desktop: Data Connections & Transformations
Module 4: Advanced Data Modeling & Relationship Management in Power BI
Module 5: Advanced Calculations & Interactive Visualizations
Module 6: Data Reporting, Interpretation & Business Insights
Module 1: Advanced Data Analysis Foundations & Environment Setup
Review of Core Data Concepts: Advanced Data Types, Relational Databases vs. Spreadsheets in Enterprise Context
Deep Dive into Data Analysis Lifecycle Stages with Emphasis on Business Impact and Stakeholder Communication
Overview of Excel, Google Sheets, and Power BI Desktop: Strengths and Use Cases for Senior Analysts
Setting up Professional Accounts, Navigating Advanced Interfaces & Customizing Workspaces
Data Governance, Privacy, and Ethical Considerations in Business Data Analysis
Module 2: Mastering Data Setup & Manipulation in Excel/Sheets
Advanced Data Entry Techniques: Data Validation, Conditional Formatting, Custom Lists
Complex Formulas & Functions: Nested IFs, VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, TEXT Functions, Array Formulas
Data Sorting, Filtering, and Use of Advanced Filters for Dynamic Data Views
Creating and Managing Structured Tables for Dynamic Range References
Importing and Cleaning Data from CSV, Text, and External Sources with Power Query in Excel
Module 3: Power BI Desktop: Data Connections & Transformations
Connecting Power BI to Diverse Data Sources: Excel, CSV, SQL Databases, Web APIs
Mastering Power Query Editor: Advanced Data Cleaning and Transformation Techniques
Handling Data Quality Issues: Nulls, Duplicates, Inconsistent Data Types
Creating Parameterized Queries and Dynamic Data Loading for Scalable Reports
Module 4: Advanced Data Modeling & Relationship Management in Power BI
In-depth Data Modeling Concepts: Star Schemas, Fact and Dimension Tables, Referential Integrity
Creating and Managing Complex Relationships: One-to-Many, Many-to-Many, Role-Playing Dimensions
Implementing Row-Level Security (RLS) for Data Access Control
Designing Efficient Data Models for Performance and Scalability
Module 5: Advanced Calculations & Interactive Visualizations
Advanced Calculated Columns and Measures in Excel and Power BI
Comprehensive DAX Functions: CALCULATE, FILTER, ALL, Time Intelligence (YTD, QTD, MTD)
Designing Interactive Dashboards: Slicers, Drillthroughs, Bookmarks, Tooltips
Best Practices for Visual Design and User Experience for Executive Reporting
Module 6: Data Reporting, Interpretation & Business Insights
Techniques for Effective Data Storytelling and Presenting Analytical Insights
Advanced Chart and Table Interpretation: Trends, Patterns, Outliers, and Anomalies
Performing Descriptive, Diagnostic, and Predictive Analysis Using Excel & Power BI
Exporting and Sharing Reports Securely Across Business Units
Building Reports for Continuous Monitoring and Decision-Making
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have a strong foundational understanding of Excel and basic data concepts is recommended. Prior experience with data analysis is beneficial. Access to a computer capable of running Microsoft Excel and Power BI Desktop, along with a reliable internet connection, is also required.
Requirements:
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Piston and Fusion offer the Senior Data Analysis Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates for classroom and virtual online class.
2nd Jun – 6th Jun, 2025
Mon – Fri
8:30am – 4pm
5 days
7th Jun – 5th Jul, 2025
Sat
8:30am – 4pm
5 weeks
Yes, we may be able to reschedule your course. Please contact our customer support team for more information and to discuss your specific request.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate showing that you completed the course.
Piston and Fusion offer the Senior Data Analysis Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See fees for classroom and virtual online class.
₦150,000
₦180,000
₦230,000
₦260,000
Virtual Only
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₦150,000
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Virtual Only
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CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
₦150,000
₦180,000
₦230,000
₦260,000
Classroom & Virtual
Print & PDF
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Teabreak & Lunch
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
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₦150,000
₦180,000
₦230,000
₦260,000
Classroom & Virtual
Print & PDF
Print & PDF
3 Months
Tea Break & Lunch
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
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Our Senior Business Analysis Training Location in Lagos, Abuja, PH & Online
Piston & Fusion Business Academy Lagos Training Centre is located at 122a Obadina Street, Omole Phase 1, Ikeja | Abuja Office is located at 22 Kumasi Cres, Wuse 2, Abuja 904101, Federal Capital Territory
You can join our classes from anywhere in Nigeria, Canada, the UK and the US via our Virtual Online Programs
We help you decide if this course is a good match for your career. We can also help you plan and develop a career path.