Ripotek Technologies Inc.
Design. Engineer. Deliver.
Calgary, Alberta
www.ripotek.com
training@ripotek.com
Business Intelligence Analyst
Professional Training Program Syllabus
Program Overview
12 Weeks (2 sessions per week)
24 total sessions, 72 instructional hours
CAD $700
Flexible payment plans available
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Mountain Time
Ripotek BI Analyst Certificate
Industry-recognized credential
Program Description
The Business Intelligence Analyst program provides end-to-end training in the complete BI lifecycle, from requirements gathering to dashboard delivery. This practical program combines business analysis fundamentals, data modeling, visualization best practices, and stakeholder communication skills.
You'll learn to translate business questions into data requirements, design dimensional models, create compelling visualizations, and present insights effectively. The program uses Power BI, Excel, and SQL to prepare you for real-world BI analyst roles across industries.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, you will be able to:
12-Week Curriculum
Week 1: Business Intelligence Fundamentals
- BI concepts and lifecycle
- Role of a BI analyst
- Data warehouse vs data lake
- BI tools landscape
Week 2: Requirements Gathering
- Stakeholder interviews
- Documenting requirements
- Defining success metrics
- Project scoping
Week 3: SQL for Analysis
- Advanced queries and joins
- Window functions
- CTEs and subqueries
- Performance optimization
Week 4: Dimensional Modeling
- Star schema design
- Fact and dimension tables
- SCD types
- Data modeling best practices
Week 5: Excel for Analysis
- Power Query in Excel
- Pivot tables mastery
- Advanced formulas
- Excel dashboards
Week 6: KPIs and Metrics
- Defining KPIs
- Metric frameworks
- Leading vs lagging indicators
- Balanced scorecards
Week 7: Data Visualization Principles
- Chart selection
- Color theory
- Dashboard design
- Avoiding common mistakes
Week 8: Power BI Essentials
- Building reports
- DAX basics
- Interactive features
- Publishing and sharing
Week 9: Ad-Hoc Analysis
- Exploratory data analysis
- Statistical analysis basics
- Trend analysis
- Root cause analysis
Week 10: Data Storytelling
- Narrative structures
- Communicating insights
- Executive presentations
- Influence through data
Week 11: BI Best Practices
- Documentation standards
- Version control
- Testing and validation
- Maintenance strategies
Week 12: Capstone Project
- End-to-end BI solution
- Stakeholder presentation
- Portfolio development
- Career planning
Career Services
Support Includes:
- Resume optimization
- Interview preparation
- Portfolio development
- Employer connections
Typical Roles:
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Reporting Analyst
- Business Analyst