Power BI Training Course

FAQs

• Will I receive a certificate?

  Yes, all participants receive an M Training certificate of completion. This can be used for CPD records or as evidence of professional development in training skills.

• Can I pay by invoice / PO?

  Yes. We provide an invoice for every booking. This will be emailed to you once the booking has been made, it contains our bank details, for payment by Bank transfer, along with a link to make payment Online with a credit or debit card.

  If you require to set us up as a supplier, that is fine, just let us know and we can provide you with all the information you need.

• What's the difference between Private & Public Courses?

  Public courses are scheduled and open for anyone to book on to. There is a maximum of 6 delegates on our public course to ensure that everyone receives tailored training.

  Private Courses are courses that are arranged specifically for individuals or groups, no one else can book on to these courses. Private course content can be tailored to suit your requirements

• Can I take these courses online?

  Absolutely. We offer live, instructor-led online versions of all courses. You’ll get the same expert guidance, interactive activities, and practical tools as the in-person sessions, just delivered virtually via Zoom or Teams.

• How interactive are the courses?

  Our courses are highly interactive. You’ll take part in discussions, group activities, and practical exercises designed to build real-world training skills in a supportive environment.

• Where in Manchester is this course held?

  All our courses in are run from 9.30 am to 4.00 pm at our head office:

  Manchester Science Park
  Pencroft Way
  Manchester
  M15 6LR

  Public Transport/Parking:

  The closest public park is Manchester Science Park Visitor Car Park or Cecil Street Car Park - 5 min walk

  Manchester Oxford Road Train Station - 15 min walk

  Manchester Piccadilly Train Station - 30 min walk

  Access

  Please let us know in advance if you have any mobility issues and will need any assistance. Disabled parking is provided.

  More Information about our Manchester training courses, along with a map, can be found on our Manchester Training Page

• Where in Liverpool is the course held?

  The course in Liverpool is usually held at:

  The Plaza
  100 Hall Street 
  Liverpool
  L3 9QJ

  (subject to change)

   

  Parking

  There are several public car parks close to The Plaza.

  The closest are:

  St Paul’s Square Car Park: 0.02 Miles ~ 1 Minute Walk 

  NCP Liverpool Pall Mall Car Park: 0.2 Miles ~ 4 Minute Walk

   

  Public Transport

  We encourage all delegates to use public transport where possible.

  The Plaza is a 20 minute walk from Lime Street Station and a 4 minute walk from Moorfields train station.

• How do the Online courses work?

  The Online courses are run on Zoom.

  You will be sent a link to join the training session the day before the course along with any course materials needed.

  The courses run from 9:30 am to 4/4:30 pm and follow the same course outline as the classroom courses and you will be able to interact with the trainer and group and ask questions.

  Because we limit the number of delegates to a maximum of 6 on our public courses specific timings are flexible, but generally, the day will run as follows:

  9.20 am | Sign in

  9.30 am | Start - First session

  11.00 am | 15 min break

  11.15 am |  Second session

  12.30 pm  | 30 min break

  1.00 pm  | Third session

  2.15 pm | 15 min break

  2.30 pm | Fourth session

  3.50 pm | Finish & Q&A

  4.30pm | End

  Find out more about how our online courses work on the Online Courses Page

• How can advanced Power BI skills help my team make better business decisions?

  Advanced Power BI training teaches professionals to create dynamic dashboards, automate reporting, and consolidate data from multiple sources.

  This enables teams to uncover insights faster, monitor KPIs in real time, and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

• What types of business problems can Power BI solve that go beyond basic reporting?

  Power BI can handle complex scenarios like trend analysis, multi-source data modelling, interactive KPI tracking, and scenario planning.

  A structured advanced course shows professionals how to design reports that reveal patterns, spot anomalies, and support strategic decisions.

• Which advanced Power BI features are most useful for analysts and managers?

  Features like DAX calculations, calculated measures and columns, complex visualisations (waterfall, funnel, and maps), and multi-page dashboards allow analysts to create highly customised reports.

  These tools help managers track performance metrics and explore data in ways spreadsheets cannot.

• Can learning advanced Power BI techniques save time and reduce errors in reporting?

  Absolutely. With advanced skills, you can automate data refreshes, create reusable report templates, and link multiple sources in a single dashboard.

  This reduces repetitive manual work, ensures data accuracy, and frees up time for analysis rather than data preparation.

• How does advanced Power BI training help professionals grow in data analytics?

  Learning advanced Power BI features gives professionals a strong foundation in data modelling, interactive reporting, and calculation logic.

  These skills open up opportunities for deeper analysis, predictive insights, and strategic reporting roles within a business.