Building upon foundational data handling skills, the Senior Analyst course focuses on optimizing data workflows, applying advanced analytical techniques, and leveraging sophisticated features within Excel and Power BI. Participants will learn to tackle complex business problems, design robust analytical solutions, derive actionable insights, and communicate findings effectively, preparing them for senior analyst roles.
By the end of the Senior Analyst course, participants will be able to:
Module 1: Advanced Data Preparation & Workflow Optimization
Module 2: Advanced Analysis & Techniques in Excel/Sheets
Module 3: Advanced Data Modeling & DAX in Power BI
Module 4: Advanced Visualization & Dashboard Design in Power BI
Module 5: Statistical Concepts & Insight Generation
Module 6: Data Storytelling & Advanced Reporting
Module 1: Advanced Data Preparation & Workflow Optimization
Advanced Data Cleaning: Handling Complex Errors, Inconsistencies, Outliers, Data Validation Rules
Automating Data Prep: Advanced Power Query (Parameters, Functions, Merging/Appending Complex Datasets)
Data Governance and Data Quality Principles Introduction
Optimizing Queries for Performance
Module 2: Advanced Analysis & Techniques in Excel/Sheets
Advanced Formulas: VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, Complex Logical Statements (Nested IFs, AND/OR), Basic Statistical Functions (STDEV, CORREL)
Complex Pivot Table Analysis: Calculated Fields/Items, Grouping, Slicers
Advanced Conditional Formatting and Data Validation Techniques
Introduction to Automation: Simple Macros (Excel) / Basic Apps Script Concepts (Sheets)
Module 3: Advanced Data Modeling & DAX in Power BI
Data Modeling Best Practices: Star Schema, Snowflake Schema Concepts, Handling Complex Relationships (Many-to-Many)
Writing Sophisticated DAX: CALCULATE Deep Dive, Time Intelligence Functions (YTD, MTD, SamePeriodLastYear), Variables, Iterator Functions (SUMX, AVERAGEX, RANKX), Basic Parent-Child Functions.
Optimizing Data Models: Cardinality, Filter Context, Storage Modes
Module 4: Advanced Visualization & Dashboard Design in Power BI
Utilizing Advanced & Custom Visuals
Implementing Interactions, Drill-through, Cross-filtering Effectively
Dashboard Design Principles: Layout, Color Theory, User Experience (UX)
Implementing Basic Row-Level Security (RLS)
Publishing, Sharing, and Managing Reports/Dashboards in the Power BI Service
Module 5: Statistical Concepts & Insight Generation
Applying Statistical Concepts: Correlation vs. Causation, Introduction to Regression, Understanding Distributions
Performing Segmentation and Cohort Analysis
Identifying Trends, Patterns, and Anomalies using Analytical Techniques
Translating Analytical Findings into Actionable Business Insights & Recommendations
Module 6: Data Storytelling & Advanced Reporting
Developing Compelling Data Narratives: Structuring Insights Logically
Designing Reports/Dashboards for Effective Communication
Utilizing Advanced Presentation Features: Bookmarks, Tooltips, Report Themes (Power BI)
Tailoring Communication Style to Different Audiences (Technical vs. Non-Technical)
Confidently Presenting Analytical Findings and Recommendations
Participants should have a minimum of 1-2 years of hands-on experience involving data manipulation, analysis, and reporting using tools like Excel or Power BI OR completion of a comprehensive foundational data analysis course.
Demonstrable understanding of basic data concepts, data cleaning, formulas, and basic dashboard creation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
Access to a computer capable of running Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and Power BI Desktop, along with a reliable internet connection.
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 Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.
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This course goes much deeper into optimization, complexity (in formulas, DAX, models), statistical understanding, and the strategic communication of insights, assuming foundational skills are already present.
The course is heavily practical, involving complex data transformations, DAX writing, advanced modeling, and dashboard creation based on case studies.
No, this course focuses on mastering advanced capabilities within Excel and Power BI. Separate courses typically cover programming languages for data analysis/science.
Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.
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