PL-300T00 Design and Manage Analytics Solutions Using Power BI (PL-300 Exam Prep)

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$1,895.00 USD

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3 Days

 

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Course Overview

Nearly 90% of companies use analytics to make big decisions, but many still can't make sense of all the data they have. Your business data has huge potential, you just need to know how to use it.

Power BI is one of the most wanted skills in business intelligence today. Companies everywhere use it to turn messy data into clear insights they can act on. In this course, you’ll learn how to design and manage analytics solutions using Power BI by connecting to data sources, transforming raw data with Power Query, and developing insightful reports and dashboards that support business and technical requirements.

This official Microsoft course also includes targeted PL-300 exam preparation, equipping you with the skills and confidence to earn your Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification.

What Is Included

  • Expert-led training with real-world Power BI scenarios
  • Official Microsoft courseware and practice exercises
  • Hands-on labs and interactive demos
  • Access to class recordings for 90 days
  • Guaranteed-to-run dates available
  • Flexible rescheduling options

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to design, build, and manage analytics solutions using Power BI. Training includes hands-on practice and PL-300 exam preparation.

  • Import, transform, and shape data from multiple sources
  • Develop data models using relationships, DAX, and performance tuning
  • Create interactive reports and dashboards tailored to user needs
  • Apply techniques for advanced analysis and secure data access
  • Demonstrate readiness for the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst certification

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for data analysts and business intelligence professionals who want to create actionable insights with Power BI. It’s also ideal for report developers who visualize data from on-prem or cloud-based platforms, and professionals preparing for the PL-300 exam.

  • Top-rated instructors: Our crew of subject matter experts have an average instructor rating of 4.8 out of 5 across thousands of reviews.
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  • Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
  • Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
  • Private Group Training: Let our world-class instructors deliver exclusive training courses just for your employees. Our private group training is designed to promote your team’s shared growth and skill development.
  • Tailored Training Solutions: Our subject matter experts can customize the class to specifically address the unique goals of your team.

What is the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst course (PL-300T00)?

The PL-300 course is Microsoft’s official training for professionals who want to build skills in analyzing, modeling, and visualizing data using Power BI. It covers end-to-end data workflows, from connecting to diverse data sources to creating secure, interactive dashboards and reports. This course also prepares you for the PL-300 certification exam, which validates your ability to deliver actionable insights through data.

Is Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst training worth it?

Yes, and here’s why:

  • High Salary Potential: Certified Power BI Data Analysts earn an average of $85,000 to $115,000 USD per year.
  • Exam Preparation Built In: The course aligns directly with the PL-300 certification exam and includes hands-on labs and real-world scenarios.
  • In-Demand Skillset: Power BI is one of the most widely used business intelligence tools across industries.
  • Career Advancement: This credential can open doors to roles in data analysis, business intelligence, and reporting.
  • End-to-End Learning: You’ll build practical skills in data modeling, DAX, Power Query, and report publishing, all in one course.

Will this course help me create advanced dashboards and reports?

Yes. You’ll learn how to develop reports that visualize data clearly and effectively. The course emphasizes technical requirements for modeling, report layout, interactivity, and mobile optimization. You'll also learn how to use Power BI tools like Power Query, bookmarks, slicers, and performance tuning to create intuitive and engaging reports and dashboards that meet a variety of user needs.

Will this course help me analyze trends and uncover insights for business decision-making?

Absolutely. You'll learn how to analyze data using tools such as clustering, time intelligence, what-if parameters, and statistical summaries. These analytics techniques are key for discovering patterns and delivering insights. Whether you're working in data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence, the course shows you how to perform data analysis using Power BI in ways that support strategic decisions across departments.

Will this course help me design and manage analytics solutions using Power BI?

Yes. This training is specifically focused on helping data analysts and report developers design and manage analytics solutions using Power BI. You'll learn to build robust semantic models, optimize data modeling performance, and publish secure, scalable dashboards. The course is ideal for those looking to manage analytics solutions using Power BI across Microsoft Azure or hybrid data environments.

Does this course prepare me for the PL-300 certification exam?

Yes. The course aligns with the PL-300 certification exam objectives, giving you the practical experience needed to pass with confidence. You’ll learn through exercises, instructor-led labs, and hands-on projects that reflect the exam’s focus areas, like preparing data, data modeling, data visualization, and deploying analytics. You can also choose to add an official Microsoft certification exam voucher when enrolling.

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Course Prerequisites

  • Understanding core data concepts.
  • Knowledge of working with relational data in the cloud.
  • Knowledge of working with non-relational data in the cloud.
  • Knowledge of data analysis and visualization concepts.
  • DP-900T00 Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals is recommended

Agenda

1 - Discover data analysis

  • Overview of data analysis
  • Roles in data
  • Tasks of a data analyst

2 - Get started building with Power BI

  • Use Power BI
  • Building blocks of Power BI
  • Tour and use the Power BI service

3 - Introduction to end-to-end analytics using Microsoft Fabric

  • Explore end-to-end analytics with Microsoft Fabric
  • Explore data teams and Microsoft Fabric
  • Enable and use Microsoft Fabric
  • Module assessment

4 - Get started with Copilot in Power BI

  • Use Copilot in Power BI to prepare and model data
  • Create reports with Copilot in Power BI
  • Get your data ready for AI usage in Power BI
  • Module assessment

5 - Get data in Power BI

  • Get data from files
  • Get data from relational data sources
  • Create dynamic reports with parameters
  • Get data from a NoSQL database
  • Get data from online services
  • Select a storage mode
  • Get data from Azure Analysis Services
  • Fix performance issues
  • Resolve data import errors

6 - Clean, transform, and load data in Power BI

  • Shape the initial data
  • Simplify the data structure
  • Evaluate and change column data types
  • Combine multiple tables into a single table
  • Profile data in Power BI
  • Use Advanced Editor to modify M code

7 - Choose a Power BI model framework

  • Describe Power BI model fundamentals
  • Determine when to develop an import model
  • Determine when to develop a DirectQuery model
  • Determine when to develop a composite model
  • Choose a model framework
  • Module assessment

8 - Configure a semantic model

  • Configure relationships
  • Configure tables
  • Configure columns
  • Configure hierarchies
  • Configure measures
  • Configure parameters

9 - Write DAX formulas for semantic models

  • Understand DAX calculation types
  • Write DAX formulas
  • DAX data types
  • Work with DAX functions
  • Use DAX operators
  • Use DAX variables

10 - Create DAX calculations in semantic models

  • Create calculated tables
  • Create calculated columns
  • Understand implicit measures
  • Create explicit measures
  • Use iterator functions

11 - Use DAX time intelligence functions in semantic models

  • Use DAX time intelligence functions
  • Additional time intelligence calculations

12 - Create visual calculations in Power BI Desktop

  • Understand visual calculations
  • Create visual calculations
  • Use parameters in visual calculations
  • Module assessment

13 - Optimize a model for performance in Power BI

  • Describe semantic model optimization techniques
  • Review performance of measures, relationships, and visuals
  • Use variables to improve performance and troubleshooting
  • Reduce cardinality
  • Optimize DirectQuery models with table level storage
  • Create and manage aggregations

14 - Scope report design requirements

  • Identify the audience
  • Determine report types
  • Define user interface requirements
  • Define user experience requirements
  • Explore designs in a Power BI report

15 - Design Power BI reports

  • Design the analytical report layout
  • Design visually appealing reports
  • Use report objects
  • Select report visuals
  • Apply filters and slicers to reports
  • Understand filtering techniques and considerations
  • Case study - Configure report filters based on feedback

16 - Enhance Power BI report designs for the user experience

  • Design reports to show details
  • Design reports to highlight values
  • Design reports that behave like apps
  • Work with bookmarks
  • Design reports for navigation
  • Work with visual headers
  • Design reports with built-in assistance
  • Tune report performance
  • Optimize reports for mobile use

17 - Perform analytics in Power BI

  • Explore statistical summary
  • Identify outliers with Power BI visuals
  • Group and bin data for analysis
  • Apply clustering techniques
  • Conduct time series analysis
  • Use the Analyze feature
  • Create what-if parameters
  • Use specialized visuals

18 - Manage workspaces in Power BI service

  • Understand Power BI service
  • Understand workspaces
  • Publish to Power BI service

19 - Manage semantic models in Power BI

  • Use a Power BI gateway to connect to on-premises data sources
  • Configure a semantic model scheduled refresh
  • Configure incremental refresh settings
  • Manage and promote semantic models
  • Boost performance with query caching (Fabric or Premium capacity)
  • Use lineage and impact analysis

20 - Choose a content distribution method

  • Understand sharing models
  • Create a Power BI app
  • Apply data governance principles
  • Track report or dashboard usage

21 - Create dashboards in Power BI

  • Configure data alerts
  • Explore data by asking questions
  • Review Quick insights
  • Add a dashboard theme
  • Pin a live report page to a dashboard
  • Set mobile view

22 - Secure data access in Power BI

  • Configure row-level security with the static method
  • Configure row-level security with the dynamic method
  • Use single sign-on (SSO) for DirectQuery sources
  • Restrict access to Power BI model objects
 

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