Business Intelligence Training in Melbourne

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level financial analysts who wish to effectively integrate AI into their data analysis workflows.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand how AI is applied in data analysis within the financial industry.
• Develop skills to build predictive and prescriptive models for financial analysis.
• Learn how to implement machine learning algorithms for financial data processing.
• Enhance data visualisation skills and interpret complex AI-driven insights to support decision-making.

This instructor-led training in Melbourne, delivered either online or in-person, is tailored for intermediate-level data and business analysts seeking to create, manage, and administer dashboards using Amazon QuickSight.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits, use cases, and key features of Amazon QuickSight.
• Connect QuickSight to multiple data sources and author interactive data visualizations and dashboards.
• Apply security and access controls in QuickSight.
• Utilize machine learning capabilities built into QuickSight for enhanced data insights.
• Design, create, and customize QuickSight dashboards to extract and visualize business insights.

This live, instructor-led training in Melbourne (delivered online or on-site) targets intermediate data and business analysts aiming to utilize BIRT for the efficient creation and deployment of business intelligence reports.

By the end of the program, participants will be capable of:

• Understanding the architecture and constituent elements of the BIRT framework.
• Creating dynamic and informative reports via the BIRT Report Designer.
• Applying BIRT scripting features to incorporate business logic into report outputs.
• Optimizing performance and deploying BIRT reports in both web and standalone applications.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level business analysts and data analysts who wish to leverage Oracle BI to extract valuable insights from their data.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and utilize the Oracle BI interface effectively.
• Create and customize reports and dashboards tailored to business needs.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis using various BI tools.
• Utilize advanced features for comprehensive data exploration.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is tailored for beginner-level business analysts and data analysts who want to leverage SAS BI to extract meaningful insights from data.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Effectively navigate and utilise the SAS BI interface.
• Develop customised reports and dashboards to meet specific business requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis using a variety of BI tools.
• Utilise advanced features for comprehensive data exploration.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for data analysts at beginner to intermediate levels who aim to utilise Tableau Desktop to convert raw data into meaningful insights via graphical representations such as charts, graphs, maps, and tables.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Link to various data sources (Excel, CSV, databases, cloud-based) and comprehend the differences between live and extract connections.
• Prepare and cleanse data for analysis, including renaming fields, managing null values, and combining datasets using joins and blends.
• Create fundamental visualisations like tables, bar charts, line charts, and maps, and apply filters to refine data presentations.
• Develop intermediate visualisations, including geographic maps and dual-axis charts, and utilise hierarchies, groups, and sets to enhance analysis.
• Construct calculated fields and parameters to generate dynamic and customised visualisations based on user inputs and logical functions.
• Design interactive dashboards and stories, integrating multiple visualisations and filters to convey a cohesive narrative.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level business analysts and data analysts who wish to acquire essential skills in using SAP BusinessObjects BI to transform raw data into meaningful insights.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and use the SAP BusinessObjects BI interface.
• Create and customize business reports and dashboards.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis using various BI tools.
• Utilize advanced features for in-depth data exploration.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level participants who aim to master advanced data integration and visualisation techniques in Looker Studio. The course covers how to connect diverse data sources, design compelling dashboards, and automate reporting workflows to support more effective business decision-making.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Connect and integrate multiple data sources into Looker Studio.
• Develop custom metrics and calculated fields for tailored analysis.
• Create advanced visualisations, including interactive filters and charts.
• Automate reporting workflows to facilitate real-time data updates.
• Apply best practices for visual storytelling and report customisation.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for consultants and finance professionals ranging from beginner to advanced levels who wish to prepare for the Cognos Analytics certification and gain expertise in financial data analysis, including modules for accounts payable, treasury, and expenses.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and utilise the Cognos Analytics interface efficiently.
• Develop and customise financial reports and dashboards.
• Manage data models and optimise queries.
• Prepare for the Cognos Analytics certification exam.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level professionals who wish to boost their productivity and efficiency by leveraging the advanced features of Excel and Google Sheets for data organisation, analysis, and collaboration.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Navigate and utilise the core features of Excel and Google Sheets.
• Perform data analysis and create actionable insights using advanced spreadsheet techniques.
• Collaborate in real-time using Google Sheets for seamless teamwork.
• Create reusable templates for reporting, tracking, and project management.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate-level IT administrators who wish to utilise Splunk to profile and manage IT infrastructure, optimise system architecture, troubleshoot efficiently, and harness Splunk’s capabilities for thorough data analysis and real-time monitoring.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and manage the complete Splunk infrastructure.
• Master Splunk architecture and components.
• Troubleshoot common and advanced issues effectively.
• Utilise Splunk to its full potential for data analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
• Administer data inputs, user management, and system configurations.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level database professionals who wish to enhance their skills to create complex reports, customise report templates, and integrate JasperReports with other systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Design complex, multi-page reports with advanced layouts, fixed forms with variable sections, and dynamic content.
• Create advanced charts, graphs, and pivot tables to visualize data, and integrate subreports and grouping for detailed data representation.
• Implement security measures, manage user permissions, and utilise JasperReports Server for report scheduling and distribution.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for data scientists and data analysts who wish to learn how to use each tool in the developer tool palette in Alteryx Designer.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn to use and configure all the tools in the developer tab.
• Design efficient workflows in Alteryx using the dynamic, validation, and testing tools.
• Learn how to use API tools to download and parse web data.
• Use Alteryx scripting tools, including Python and R.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts or anyone wishing to utilise AWS QuickSight for data analysis and visualisation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts of AWS QuickSight.
• Use AWS QuickSight to create data analysis, reports, and insights.
• Utilise AWS to establish relationships between data for enhanced analysis.
• Learn different types of visualisations to aid in understanding data.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level data analysts who wish to understand the theoretical aspects of Cognos 11 and also learn how to use it effectively.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the differences and enhancements in Cognos 11 compared to Cognos 10.
• Utilize the improved data module and data management features for more efficient data handling.
• Implement best practices for a smooth transition and optimal use of Cognos 11.

This live, instructor-led session in Melbourne (delivered online or onsite) is designed for intermediate data professionals looking to implement a lakehouse solution via Microsoft Fabric.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the underlying architecture and key components of Microsoft Fabric.
• Set up and administer a Lakehouse within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem.
• Process and transform data efficiently using Apache Spark.
• Leverage Delta Lake tables for robust data versioning and management.
• Construct data ingestion workflows using Dataflows Gen2.
• Coordinate and manage data pipelines through Data Factory.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is targeted at data analysts who wish to utilise Google Sheets for data analysis.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Build spreadsheets using Google Sheets.
• Utilise formulas compatible with both Google Sheets and Excel.
• Format and analyse any data.
• Create data visualisations using charts and graphs.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is targeted at participants ranging from beginner to intermediate levels who wish to develop foundational skills in data visualisation and reporting using Looker Studio. The course covers how to connect data sources, effectively visualise information, and derive actionable insights.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core features of Looker Studio and its practical applications.
• Configure Looker Studio and link it to various data sources.
• Design engaging dashboards incorporating charts, graphs, and filters.
• Tailor reports to suit specific audiences and business requirements.
• Collaborate on and distribute dashboards efficiently.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level data analysts who wish to deepen their understanding of Splunk and build upon the foundational knowledge gained in Splunk Fundamentals 1.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Conduct advanced searches using Splunk's powerful search commands and capabilities.
• Utilise subsearches, statistical commands, and evaluation functions to analyse data.
• Create sophisticated reports and dashboards with advanced visualisation options.
• Implement alerts and scheduled reports for monitoring and notification purposes.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for data scientists and developers who wish to use and integrate SQL, Python, and Tableau to perform complex data analysis, processing, and visualisation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary environment to perform data analysis with SQL, Python, and Tableau.
• Understand the key concepts of software integration (data, servers, clients, APIs, endpoints, etc.).
• Get a refresher on the fundamentals of Python and SQL.
• Perform data pre-processing techniques in Python.
• Learn how to connect Python and SQL for data analysis.
• Create insightful data visualisations and charts with Tableau.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level computer science professionals who wish to leverage Stata for statistical analysis and integrate it with R.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Effectively use Stata for data analysis and statistical modelling.
• Compare Stata’s functionalities with SPSS and R.
• Integrate Stata with R for seamless statistical computing.
• Develop and automate workflows using Stata and R.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level system administrators who wish to set up and manage Apache Superset for their organisations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Apache Superset.
• Understand the architecture and features of Superset.
• Manage user access and security settings.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of Superset instances.
• Troubleshoot common issues and perform regular maintenance.

The 'Big Data and AI in Banking' training program is designed to equip professionals in the banking industry with essential skills and knowledge to harness the power of Big Data and artificial intelligence. Participants will explore foundational concepts, technologies, and practical applications of Big Data and AI within the banking sector. The training will encompass a blend of theoretical instruction, case studies, hands-on sessions, and discussions on regulatory implications, ethical considerations, and best practices.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand Key Concepts: Provide participants with a foundational understanding of Big Data and AI, including their significance in the banking sector.
2. Explore Technologies: Familiarise attendees with core Big Data technologies, including Hadoop and Spark, and the relevance of NoSQL databases.
3. Leverage Data Sources: Teach participants to identify and utilise various internal and external data sources for effective banking operations.
4. Applications of AI: Illustrate the use of AI techniques in bank examinations, such as risk assessment, fraud detection, and predictive modelling.
5. Implement Data Analytics: Equip participants with the skills to apply data analytics methods for trend identification and risk management in banking contexts
6. Address Ethical Considerations: Discuss the ethical implications of using Big Data and AI in banking and the importance of compliance with regulations
7. Prepare for Future Trends: Prepare participants to navigate future innovations in technology and develop strategies for the integration of Big Data and AI into banking practices

In this instructor-led live training in Melbourne, participants will learn the mindset with which to approach Big Data technologies, assess their impact on existing processes and policies, and implement these technologies for the purpose of identifying criminal activity and preventing crime. Case studies from law enforcement organizations around the world will be examined to gain insights on their adoption approaches, challenges and results.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Combine Big Data technology with traditional data gathering processes to piece together a story during an investigation.
• Implement industrial big data storage and processing solutions for data analysis.
• Prepare a proposal for the adoption of the most adequate tools and processes for enabling a data-driven approach to criminal investigation.

This instructor-led live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at business analysts who wish to use IBM Cognos for data analysis and reporting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Analyze and share insights about data.
• Visualize business performance.
• Use AI-assisted preparation to cleanse and combine data sources.
• Uncover hidden patterns in data with IBM Cognos Analytics built in AI features.

In this instructor-led, live training in Melbourne, participants will learn to use JasperReports to view and interact with business data as well as create and design reports and dashboards that are viewable on phones and tablets.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure a JasperSoft ETL project
• Design and run an ETL job
• Use iReport to generate charts, images, sub-reports, and cross tabs

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts and scientists who wish to use Metabase to collect, query, and visualize data for business intelligence analysis and reporting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and install Metabase to start building data visualizations and dashboards.
• Learn how to query, aggregate, and visualize data in Metabase.
• Use the features and tools in Metabase to write SQL queries.
• Build analytics charts and dashboards to get business insights.
• Know the best practices and tips on using Metabase and resolving common issues.

In this instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite), participants will learn how to use MicroStrategy to access various data sources, then generate reports and dashboards for analysis.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure MicroStrategy.
• Use MicroStrategy to perform predictive analytics on large data sets.
• Access and analyze data from data warehouses, Excel files, and Apache Hadoop.
• Create elaborate reports and dashboards.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is designed for developers who wish to use MicroStrategy to build, customise, and embed analytics into web and mobile applications via REST APIs and SDKs.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the required development environment to begin building custom apps with MicroStrategy.
• Gain an understanding of MicroStrategy’s features, architecture, and core programming concepts.
• Learn how to utilise MicroStrategy Web APIs and SDKs to customise analytical applications.
• Integrate MicroStrategy functionalities into web and mobile applications.
• Execute RESTful API commands to embed MicroStrategy within external applications.
• Receive practical tips on troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.

This instructor-led live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts who wish to program in SAS for advanced data management, data analysis, and more.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Master macros to write efficient SAS programs.
• Train a model and make predictions on unseen data with predictive modeling.
• Create charts and plots for data visualization.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts and data scientists who wish to search, analyse, and visualise data using Splunk.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Splunk.
• Collect and index all types of machine data.
• Implement real-time search, analysis, and visualisation of large datasets.
• Create and share complex dashboards and reports.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at engineers who wish to get data into Splunk Indexers and manipulate data in Splunk.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use different data input methods and sources.
• Install, configure, manage and monitor Forwarders.
• Manipulate raw data in Splunk.
• Create a Splunk Diag.

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts who wish to analyse large data sets with Stata.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create statistic models for predicting key interest variables and events.
• Generate descriptive visualizations, summary tables, frequencies, and more.
• Manage and structure large datasets, ready for data analysis.

This instructor-led, live training in (online or onsite) is aimed at data analysts who wish to use Stata and R to analyze big data for statistical analysis.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create statistical models for predicting key interest variables and events.
• Generate descriptive visualizations, summary tables, frequencies, and more.
• Manage and structure large databases to prepare for data analysis.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

This instructor-led, live training in Melbourne (online or onsite) is targeted at data scientists keen to programme in R for Tableau.

• Implement Tableau analytics with R.
• Return values to Tableau with learning algorithms in R.
• Structure and visualise R functions in Tableau.
• Make data-driven decisions for business operations.