APEX16PP - Microsoft Office Excel 2016: Data Analysis with Power Pivot

We are now living in the age of big data. Data is being collected all the time and for increasingly detailed transactions. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of data, which brings about a need for people who can analyze large amounts of data quickly. Fortunately, Excel provides Power Pivot to help you organize, manipulate, and report on your data in the best way possible. Since a tool is only as good as the person using it, it is important to gain a solid understanding of Power Pivot to maximize your effectiveness when analyzing data.

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Prerequisites


To ensure your success in this course, you should have experience working with Excel 2016 and PivotTables. You should already understand spreadsheet concepts and be comfortable creating and analyzing basic PivotTables. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the following Logical Operations courses:
  • Microsoft® Office Excel® 2016: Part 1 (Second Edition)
  • Microsoft® Office Excel® 2016: Part 2 (Second Edition)
  • Microsoft® Office Excel® 2016: Data Analysis with PivotTables (recommended)

Detailed Class Syllabus


Lesson 1: Getting Started with Power Pivot


Topic A: Enable and Navigate Power Pivot
Topic B: Manage Data Relationships

Lesson 2: Visualizing Power Pivot Data


Topic A: Create a Power Pivot Report
Topic B: Create Calculations in Power Pivot

Lesson 3: Working with Advanced Functionality in Power Pivot


Topic A: Create a Key Performance Indicator
Topic B: Work with Dates and Time in Power Pivot