Business Analytics Power Combo: Excel + Power BI for Real Analysts

Level: Intermediate | Tags: Excel · Power BI · Business reporting

Course Description

Stop choosing between tools—learn how to combine them. This course shows you how to leverage Excel and Power BI together to create the ultimate analytics workflow. Learn how to use Excel for ad-hoc modeling and sandbox analysis, then seamlessly transition to Power BI for scalable, automated, and secure enterprise reporting.

Learning Outcomes

  • Master the interoperability between Excel and Power BI (Analyze in Excel, publishing models).
  • Utilize Power Query as the universal data preparation layer for both platforms.
  • Determine when to use Excel for complex financial modeling versus Power BI for dashboarding.
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Course Outline

  • Module 1: The Microsoft Ecosystem: When to use Excel vs. Power BI
  • Module 2: Universal Data Prep: Mastering Power Query for both platforms
  • Module 3: Connecting the Dots: “Analyze in Excel” and publishing datasets
  • Module 4: End-to-End Workflow: Building a cohesive, automated reporting cycle

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