Introduction to IBM Cognos 10 Business Insight Advanced

Summary

This course introduces basic and intermediate reporting techniques with IBM Cognos'Business Insight Advanced. Basic topics include IBM Cognos Connection, designing simple lists, charts, grouping, filters, prompts, calculations, and more. Intermediate topics include dimensional report design, dashboard style reports, formatting, conditional formatting, and more. The course format includes lecture, instructor led exercises and independent workshops.

Prerequisites

A basic knowledge of Windows, Internet Explorer, and browser techniques is expected.

Duration

2 Days/Lecture & Lab

Audience

This course is designed for Report Authors and Business Users, who will create, maintain, and run reports in Business Insight Advanced.

Topics

• Overview of IBM Cognos 10
• Overview of IBM Cognos Connection Components
• Introduction to Business Insight Advanced
• Organizing Reports
• Create Crosstabs and Charts
• Filters and Prompts
• Summaries and Calculations
• Dimensional Reporting
• Formatting
• Conditional Formatting
• Running and Saving Reports
• Advanced Techniques
• Summary