PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst

Course Description

The PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst course is designed for professionals who want to harness the power of data to help organizations make informed business decisions. This course teaches participants how to model, visualize, and analyze data in ways that drive valuable insights. It focuses on using Microsoft Power BI to connect to data sources, clean and transform data, design and build reports and dashboards, and share insights across the organization.

By completing this course, participants will be fully prepared to take the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification exam (PL-300), validating their ability to deliver actionable insights through data visualization and analysis.

Key Learning Objectives

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Prepare Data
2. Model Data
3. Visualize and Analyze Data
4. Deploy and Maintain Assets

Prerequisites

To ensure a successful learning experience, participants should have:

• A foundational understanding of data concepts (such as data relationships, normalization, and data types).
• Familiarity with basic statistics and data analysis concepts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for analyzing data is helpful but not mandatory.
• No prior experience with Power BI is required, although experience with other data visualization tools can be beneficial.

Prior experience with Microsoft Power Platform, basic level, such as from the PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals course is helpful but not mandatory

Audience Profile

This course is ideal for:

• Data Analysts who are responsible for enabling businesses to maximize the value of their data assets.
• Business Intelligence Professionals who create reports and dashboards for decision-making.
• Data Professionals seeking to expand their data visualization and reporting capabilities.
• Consultants & Analysts who analyze and present business data to stakeholders.
• Anyone preparing for the PL-300 certification exam to validate their Power BI skills.

If your role involves transforming raw data into meaningful insights and communicating findings through data visualization, this course is designed for you.

Career Growth & Industry Demand

With the rise of data-driven decision-making, skilled Power BI Data Analysts are in high demand across various industries. Power BI is widely adopted due to its ease of use, robust features, and integration with Microsoft products.

Job Roles After Completing This Course

• Power BI Data Analyst
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Data Visualization Specialist
• Reporting Analyst
• Business Analyst with BI responsibilities
• BI Consultant

Industries That Hire Power BI Data Analysts

• Finance & Banking (Risk analysis, performance reporting)
• Healthcare & Life Sciences (Patient data analysis, operations efficiency)
• Retail & E-Commerce (Customer insights, sales analytics)
• Manufacturing (Supply chain, inventory management)
• Telecommunications (Network optimization, customer churn analysis)
• Energy & Utilities (Resource management, sustainability reporting)
• Education & EdTech (Student performance analysis, resource allocation)
• Government & Public Sector (Transparency dashboards, budget management)
• IT & Software Services (Project management, KPI monitoring)

Why Enroll in This Course?

• Industry-Recognized Certification: Prepares you for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification exam.
• Hands-On Learning: Includes real-world scenarios, practical exercises, and labs to build expertise.
• Career Advancement: Increases your chances of landing high-demand data analytics roles across various sectors.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all aspects of Power BI, from data connection to advanced visualization and security.
• Boost Productivity: Learn to create impactful dashboards and reports that empower data-driven decision-making.
• Integration Ready: Power BI’s seamless integration with Excel, Azure, and other Microsoft services enhances your data capabilities.
• Expert Instructors: Gain insights from certified trainers and data professionals with industry experience.