Scenario Analysis Deep Dive

Learn how to predict and optimize for results in the future, by utilizing 'what if' parameters and scenario analysis techniques

An outline of this training course

This course showcases the analytical power you have available when implementing scenario analysis techniques inside your Power BI models. By first thinking analytically about what you want to achieve, then 'shocking' variables or factors in your data and finally overlaying many DAX techniques you can achieve incredible insights and literally predict outcomes that may occur into the future. This course is all about practical applications of Power BI and utilizing it's analytical potential to the max. This is a one of a kind course showcasing all key areas of Power BI models including; query editor, data model, DAX and reporting visualizations. When bringing all these things together you can very quickly produce fantastic insights that can truly add value to any organization.

Number of Recommended CPE credits: 5.5

Field(s) of Study: Computer Software & App

Course Level: Intermediate

Participants of this module should have basic knowledge and understanding of how to use Power BI and DAX. It is recommended to have completed the Power BI Super Users Workshop and DAX Formula Patterns modules. No other advance preparation needed to take this course.

This course module is tailored to: Excel users, data analysts, reporting managers

Scenario Analysis Deep Dive - is a QAS self study (traditional) course. It can also be accessed through a purchase of an Enterprise DNA Membership or Center of Excellence License.


This course was last updated in December 2020.


Details of what you will learn during this course
  • Learn - how to implement 'what if' parameters in your models
  • Understand - how to analytically think about your modeling scenario
  • Learn - how to integrate scenario factors into your core data model
  • Implement - multiple scenario factors into one model
  • Learn - how to layer scenarios one on top of each other
  • Learn - advanced modeling and DAX techniques
  • Apply - many different analytical techniques in Power BI in combination
  • Work - through end to end scenario analysis examples
  • Understand - how to design your data models with scenario analysis
  • Learn - how to visualize scenario analysis outcomes and results
  • Learn - how to run scenario sensitivities on your predicted results

What you get with the course
  • 3 hours of course videos
  • 3x demo Power BI reports showcasing scenario analysis techniques

Here are the specifics for the course
Learn how to;
  • Unleash the predictive analytical power sitting within Power BI
  • Practically apply Power BI to forecast results into the future
  • Integrate factors into your key business variables
  • Shock multiple results in your data to predict results
  • Design Power BI models that can cope with multiple 'what if' parameters
  • Visualize scenarios effectively so consumers can understand there meaning
  • Use advanced DAX formula techniques inside of Power BI
  • Create end to end solutions using scenario analysis techniques
  • Apply event sequencing to your Power BI models
  • Complete amazing analytical work in Power BI


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"I've found DAX really hard, but it makes far more sense now. The explanations are clear and more simplified than I've read and watched elsewhere which is what I needed. The examples are great too." - Scott T. - Michigan   "I've been looking for resources like this everywhere but couldn't find any. So good to have these all in one place, with detailed explanations on how to build this myself. Seriously awesome stuff." - Renee M. - Melbourne   "I just started learning Power BI with the courses on this page and they are awesome and easy to follow and understand, even if English is not your origin language.." - Álvaro, Chile

Your Instructor


Sam McKay
Sam McKay

Sam very early on saw the immense opportunity of using Power BI to create analytical solutions. After years of developing some advanced analysis and tools in excel, he was amazed that he could re-create most of those things in about 10% of the time with Power BI.

He is the founder and CEO at Enterprise DNA, a business intelligence training & consultancy business primarily focused on driving better decision making within organisations by empowering individuals and teams to transform raw data into unmatched insights using Microsoft's Power BI suite of tools.

Sam has a strong history in Finance, previously working at ANZ, PIMCO, and Fonterra. He is also a CFA charterholder, achieving the designation in 2011.

He has a passion for building highly scalable analytical solutions within organisations, and wants to see others learn how to do the same.


Course Curriculum


  Introduction to Scenario Analysis
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  Simple scenario analysis
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  Combining scenario analysis with other DAX techniques
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Frequently Asked Questions


How long do I have access to the course?
You will have access to the course for as long as your Enterprise DNA membership or CoE license is active.
Can I purchase a single course instead of the full Enterprise DNA membership?
The option to purchase a single course has been discontinued. To access any of our courses, you will need to upgrade to full membership here.
Do you offer one-off support or coaching?
All support around Power BI and Enterprise DNA's online training content now occurs at the Enterprise DNA Forum. You must have an Enterprise DNA Membership or CoE access to receive support.
What if I need to train my team?
We recommend exploring Enterprise DNA Center of Excellence platform. To learn more, see here.

Passionate about empowering users of Power BI

"My goal is to teach others that you have almost unlimited analytical power when harnessing all the features in Power BI.

Through training across a number of different mediums, I've reached over 100,000 Power BI users, showing them a range of tips and tricks in Power BI development.

I'm a true believer that Power BI is the future of analysis and know individuals with the right training can now create advanced analytics in a scalable way that can have a real impact in the way insights are found and consumed within organisations."

Sam McKay, CFA - Founder & CEO, Enterprise DNA

"Sam and EnterpriseDNA have taken my PowerBI to the next level. The courses are excellently well presented. Sam's extensive experience in building BI tools means the tutorials and webinars are always relevant and always hit the mark. Enterprise DNA is a 5* resource - I highly recommend."- David Nightingale, Johannesburg South Africa   "I came across Enterprise DNA through one of the free YouTube videos. After getting a lot of valuable info for free, I felt ready to dig deeper into PowerBi in general and DAX in particular, and the membership here certainly has given me good value for money therefore I highly recommend signing a membership." - Erik Jacobsen, Scandinavian   "I have been in the Analytics and Data Warehouse space for about 20 years and have been a serious advocate of Power BI from it’s inception. I am excited to become a member of this forum, having review as many of Sam’s vidoes as I could and have enefited significantly from his tutelage." - Brad - Canada