Power BI Data Analyst

Finance Data Technician Level 3

Apprentice looking at finance BI dashboard

Become a Microsoft Certified Power BI Finance Data Analyst

Role Profile

This program integrates essential data skills with core accounting knowledge, tailored specifically for the finance sector. Participants gain proficiency in utilising tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI to source, analyse, and work with financial data effectively. By combining these skills, participants can generate actionable insights that support informed business decisions and drive positive change within their organisations. This integration empowers finance professionals to unlock the full potential of data, enhancing their strategic capabilities and contributing to organisational success.

Details
workspace_premium

Qualification Level

Level 3 – Advanced Apprenticeship
work_history

Training Duration

12 months
cast_for_education

Training Method

Online
date_range

Programme Length

15 months
school

Coaching

Finance Data Specialist Mentor
Download PDF

Breakdown of Course Content

Module 1

Introduction to Financial Data Analysis

This module provides an overview of fundamental financial data concepts, covering diverse financial data formats, privacy and security issues specific to finance, and tools for financial data storage, management, and analysis, including structured and unstructured financial data. It also explores considerations of privacy, security, and ethics in financial data analysis, as well as techniques and tools for internal financial research and data analysis.

1
Module 2

Unlocking the Full Potential of Excel in Finance

Master techniques to streamline everyday financial data tasks, integrating and refining financial data from multiple sources, and utilising pivot tables and Toolpak for insightful financial analysis. This module covers financial data handling, blending from diverse financial sources, pivot table mastery, financial data cleaning, formatting, and an introduction to statistical analysis using Toolpak in Excel.

2
Module 3

Compelling Financial Data Narratives

Master the art of crafting compelling financial data narratives through visually engaging charts and dashboards, strategically designed to highlight key financial trends and patterns, ultimately enhancing your impact within the finance department and facilitating informed decision-making.

3
Module 4

Statistics and Financial Analytics

Enhance your financial data analysis skills beyond basic Excel functions, utilising advanced statistical functions and tools to interpret complex financial data sets effectively, empowering data-driven financial strategies and decisions.

4
Module 5

Advanced Automation in Financial Analysis

Master advanced automation techniques in Excel tailored for financial analysis to streamline manual processes, boost efficiency in financial data management, and construct and maintain sophisticated financial models and dashboards effortlessly, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.

5
Module 6

Power BI for Financial Insights

Delve into Power BI’s dynamic features tailored for finance, enabling users throughout the finance department to transform raw financial data into actionable insights, including financial data preparation, interactive visualisations, and an introduction to programming languages like DAX for financial analysis.

6
Module 7

Understanding Financial Databases

Develop a solid understanding of financial data storage and management to engage in informed discussions with specialists across the finance department, covering financial data sourcing, modelling, database systems, and an introduction to SQL, while exploring the advantages, disadvantages, and associated risks of different financial data management approaches.

7
EMA Training Logo Marque

Progression Pathway & Typical Job Roles

Level 3 – Advanced Apprenticeship Finance Data Technician
Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician
Level 4 Data Analyst

Find out more about this apprenticeship course

Ready to kickstart your finance career?

Get in Touch
close
Please fill in the form to download the PDF

Course Feedback

EMA Training Quote Icon

I studied AAT with EMA Training Ltd, throughout the whole duration of my course I felt fully supported by not only my tutor Hollie, but the whole team.

Kayleigh, Assistant Accountant Level 3 student

play_circle_filled
play_circle_filled
EMA Training Logo Marque

Related courses

Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship

Professional Accounting or Tax Technicians are responsible for creating, verifying, and reviewing, accurate, and timely financial information within an organisation. This role may exist in…

workspace_premium

Qualification Level

Level 4 – Higher Apprenticeship
work_history

Training Duration

12 months
cast_for_education

Training Method

Classroom learning
date_range

Programme Length

15 months
school

Coaching

Learning & Development Mentor

Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

Over this apprenticeship, learners will develop their leadership skills and master high-level tasks such as creating and monitoring budgets, creating, adjusting and submitting financial statements…

workspace_premium

Qualification Level

Level 2 – Intermediate Apprenticeship
work_history

Training Duration

12 months
cast_for_education

Training Method

Classroom learning
date_range

Programme Length

15 months
school

Coaching

Learning & Development Mentor

The latest apprentice vacancies… posted direct to your inbox every fortnight.

EMA Training newlsetter pattern