Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI
Master data professionals and business analysts who need to transform raw data into actionable insights using Excel and Power BI will gain proficiency in Power Query, DAX, and advanced visualizations to solve inefficient reporting and disconnected data challenges. This course aligns with the skills required by over 489 active US job postings seeking Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate credentials.
Prepare for the Microsoft PL-300 certification with Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access. Achieve mastery in data modeling and secure analytics to unlock roles with median salaries exceeding $95,000 and drive data-driven decision-making in modern enterprises.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI is designed for data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and reporting specialists preparing for the Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate certification (exam PL-300). This course equips learners with essential skills in data preparation, modeling, visualization, and analysis using Excel and Power BI. Targeted at roles such as Power BI Analyst, Data Analyst, and Business Intelligence Analyst, the curriculum aligns with industry demand—over 80% of Fortune 500 companies use Power BI for analytics, making these skills highly valuable in today’s data-driven job market.
Students engage with core Microsoft technologies including Excel, Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and DAX (Data Analysis Expressions). Through hands-on labs in the Azure cloud-based lab environment, learners build end-to-end analytics solutions by importing and transforming real-world data, creating interactive dashboards, and designing semantic models. A key project involves connecting Excel data sources to Power BI, performing data cleansing and transformation, and developing a comprehensive report that identifies business trends using AI-powered visuals and conditional formatting.
This training prepares candidates for the Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate credential, widely recognized across industries for validating data analytics proficiency. According to 2026 labor market data, Power BI Analysts in the United States earn an average base salary of $85,000, with mid-level professionals reaching over $110,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official Microsoft courseware, 1-on-1 instructor support, and a Guaranteed-to-Run schedule, ensuring flexibility and mastery. Completing this course empowers professionals to advance into senior analytics roles, driving data-informed decision-making across organizations.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Proficiency in Excel, specifically experience with VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and PivotTables, aligned with MO-200 (Excel Associate) exam objectives for Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI.
- Experience with Power Query for data transformation in Excel, essential for the data preparation tasks covered in Microsoft's Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI course.
- Knowledge of relational data concepts and data modeling, supporting the core competencies required for the PL-300 (Power BI Data Analyst) certification.
- Access to a local installation of Power BI Desktop and an active Microsoft 365 subscription to complete the hands-on labs required for Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI.
- Familiarity with Power BI Desktop interface and visualization basics, crucial for creating impactful reports as defined in the PL-300 exam objectives.
- Ability to connect Excel and Power BI for seamless integrated reporting, a key technical requirement for mastering Microsoft's Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Analytics in Excel
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Day 2– Extending Excel to Power BI
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Day 3– Power BI & Excel Integration
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Day 4– Enhancing Analytics with Office 365
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Day 5– Optimizing and Securing Analytics
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Official Courseware
Hands-On Lab Environment (30 days)
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Hands-On Lab
Live Lab Sandbox
Real EnvironmentPractice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.
30+ Guided Labs
30+Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.
Lab Manual Included
Full GuideComprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.
Post-Training Access
30 Days30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.
Career Outcomes
of Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Analyzing Data in Excel and Working with Power BI certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Power BI Developer
- Reporting Analyst
- BI Consultant
- Operations Analyst
Companies Hiring
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