Workshop on “Introduction to Power BI”
Workshop Details
Title of the Workshop: Introduction to Power BI
Organized By: Narmada College of Management
Place: Bharuch
Mode: Online (Google Meet / Zoom)
Dates: 9th, 10th, 13th, 16th & 17th February 2026
Time: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Duration: 5 Days (Total 10 Hours)
Target Participants (Candidates): MBA 2nd Year Students (Semester IV)
Resource Person: Dr. Sameer Rohadia, BI Developer & IT Trainer, Germany
Workshop Coordinators:
- Dr. Chetna Makwana
- Mr. Kanu Raval
- Mr. Rakesh Panchal
- Inauguration Ceremony
The workshop was formally inaugurated in the gracious presence of:
- Dr. Susmita Ganguly, DE (NEST)
- Dr. Chetna Makwana, I/c Director
- All faculty members and staff
- MBA 2nd Year students
Dr. Chetna Makwana emphasized the growing importance of Business Intelligence and analytics in management education.
Dr. Susmita Ganguly motivated students to actively engage in the sessions and utilize the opportunity to enhance their analytical skills. The inauguration set a positive and enthusiastic tone for the workshop.
- Introduction
Narmada College of Management, Bharuch organized a five-day online workshop on “Introduction to Power BI” for MBA 2nd Year students from 9th to 17th February 2026.
The workshop aimed to equip students with practical knowledge of Business Intelligence tools and to develop analytical and reporting skills using Microsoft Power BI, thereby aligning academic learning with industry expectations.
- Resource Person
The workshop was conducted by Dr. Sameer Rohadia, BI Developer & IT Trainer, Germany. With extensive academic and industry experience in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, he delivered the sessions with clarity and strong practical orientation.
His interactive teaching methodology, real-time demonstrations, and case-based explanations ensured active student engagement throughout the workshop.
- Objectives of the Workshop
The workshop was organized with the following objectives:
- To introduce the fundamentals of Business Intelligence
- To provide hands-on training on Microsoft Power BI
- To enable students to connect and transform data
- To develop skills in creating dashboards and reports
- To enhance analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making
- Workshop Structure & Content Coverage
The workshop was conducted in a structured day-wise format:
- Day 1: Introduction to Business Intelligence and Power BI ecosystem
- Day 2: Connecting data from Excel and other sources
- Day 3: Data cleaning and transformation using Power Query
- Day 4: Data visualization – charts, tables, and dashboards
- Day 5: Slicers, filters, and best practices for report designing
Each session included live demonstrations and practical exercises, ensuring experiential learning.
- Participation & Engagement
MBA Semester IV students actively participated in all sessions. The workshop was interactive, with students engaging in discussions and hands-on practice under expert guidance.
The workshop coordinators ensured smooth planning and execution of the entire program.
- Valedictory Session
The Valedictory Session was conducted on the final day in the presence of:
- Dr. Chetna Makwana, I/c Director
- Dr. Sameer Rohadia, Resource Person
- Workshop Coordinators
- MBA 2nd Year Students
Dr. Chetna Makwana appreciated the efforts of the resource person and commended the students for their active participation. She encouraged students to apply the knowledge gained in their academic projects and future professional careers.
Dr. Sameer Rohadia expressed his satisfaction with the enthusiasm and involvement shown by the participants throughout the workshop.
Mr. Kanu Raval delivered the Vote of Thanks, expressing sincere gratitude to the resource person, the management, faculty members, and students for their support and cooperation in making the workshop a grand success.
The session concluded on a positive and appreciative note.
- Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants:
- Gained a strong foundation in Microsoft Power BI
- Learned to import, clean, and transform data
- Created interactive dashboards and reports
- Understood the application of analytics in business decision-making
- Developed confidence to apply BI tools in academic and professional projects
- Conclusion
The workshop on “Introduction to Power BI” was successfully conducted and achieved its intended objectives. It significantly enhanced the analytical and technical competencies of MBA students and aligned with current industry requirements for data-driven managerial skills.
The Management of Narmada College of Management extends heartfelt gratitude to the resource person, coordinators, faculty members, and students for their valuable contribution in making the workshop a grand success.
