Course Description

In this three-day course, participants gain a thorough understanding of the most powerful capabilities of MicroStrategy Desktop. Students learn how to create numerous types of advanced metrics, including level metrics, non-aggregatable metrics, and transformation metrics.

Students also discover ways to create different types of advanced filters, including attribute-to-attribute filters, joint element lists, and dynamic date filters. Students then learn about consolidations, custom groups, and advanced MicroStrategy OLAP Services™ features, such as Intelligent Cubes and derived elements.

The course concludes with report data options, drill maps, and other report developer tools, such as Find and Replace and the Project Documentation Wizard. Students gain hands-on practice through a series of exercises.

Course Summary

Next Public Course Dates

UK & Europe:

  • 17 - 19 March 2026
  • 7 - 9 April 2026
  • 21 - 23 April 2026

US & Canada:

  • 24 - 26 March 2026
  • 14 - 16 April 2026
  • 28 - 30 April 2026

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Prerequisites
  • None
Duration
  • 3 Days
Available Formats
  • Public Virtual Live Instructor-Led
  • Private Virtual Live Instructor-Led
  • Private Onsite

Course Modules

Introduction to Advanced Reporting

Testimonials

“Steve was a great instructor and was able to articulate the course material in a way that promoted learning.”

★★★★★

- Ben Ruddock, Analyst, GSP International Airport

The trainers clear and obvious enthusiasm for number crunching, analytics, and teaching others is infectious. He doesn’t waste time, shows exactly what you need to know and is genuinely hilarious.

Every one of my employees had tons of positive stuff to say.

★★★★★

- Benjamin G, MXSG Analysis and Integration Chief, US Air Force

“Without a doubt one of the best professional development courses I’ve taken. I would highly recommend.”

★★★★★

- Blaine Clark, KPERS

Upcoming Public Virtual Live Instructor-led Course Dates

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US & Canada:

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