IBM Planning Analytics:

Fundamentals course

Course Code: AKPAF

This module offers a thorough introduction to IBM Planning Analytics (TM1). Participants will explore dimensions, hierarchies, levels, members, attributes, and other concepts essential to understanding the ingredients of a Planning Analytics model.

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Course Overview:

This module offers a thorough introduction to IBM Planning Analytics (TM1). Participants will explore dimensions, hierarchies, levels, members, attributes, and other concepts essential to understanding the ingredients of a Planning Analytics model.

Students will then create several dimensions and cubes of their own from a variety of data sources and explore several methods for loading the cubes with data.

Topics Covered:

  • NWhat IBM Planning Analytics is and how it can help your organization
  • NHands-on building a simple income statement to showcase the capabilities
  • NDifference between relational and OLAP databases
  • NWhat makes Planning Analytics a unique OLAP database
  • NWhat multi-dimensional modelling is
  • NHow Planning Analytics compares to Excel/Spreadsheets
  • NComponents of a Planning Analytics model
  • NHow to build core dimensions such as Time, GL, Departments & Scenarios

FAQs

Is the course online or in person?

This course can either be taken as part of our regular training schedule online, or you can request in-person on-site learning as a custom learning package. Reach out to us to inquire about in-person training. 

Do we need to own Planning Analytics to take this course?

No software will need to be installed at all! All you require is internet access and a browser (Firefox, Chrome, Edge, etc.). ActionKPI has all the required software running on our dedicated servers, students will simply be provided with login credentials. 

Do you offer additional courses after completion of this introductory course?

Yes! Please contact us for more information on our course offerrengs & custom training packages. 

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate upon completion that you can apply towards professional development, such as CPD credits for accredited finance professionals.

Meet Your Instructor, Scott Baker:

Based out of Toronto, Canada, Scott is a former FPM consultant who discovered a love for teaching. Scott has been spreading his appreciation of Cognos Analytics, Planning Analytics, and Tableau for over a decade.

Why choose actionkpi as your training provider:

IBM Gold Partner & North American Award Winner for Planning Analytics Implementations

We pride ourselves on our ability to execute and implement Planning Analytics for our clients. Learn from a team that IBM has recognized for stellar work & performance. 

Upholding Best Practice

Not all partners are created equal. We understand Planning Analytics and finance, which means we teach you both the most efficient way and the right way to leverage Planning Analytics. 

Our Clients Trust Us to Deliver

Don’t take our word for it! Check out our client case studies & testimonials for the work we have done transforming organizations & creating clarity through integrated planning technologies like Planning Analytics. 

Earn certified CDP credits

If you are a designated finance professional, taking this course will help you achieve your requirements for certified CDP credits. Each participant in the course will graduate with a certification of completion that can be used for credits. 

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