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Power BI Report Server

Power BI Report Server enables data analysts and BI professionals to deploy, manage, and secure interactive Power BI, paginated, and mobile reports on-premises—addressing strict data governance and compliance requirements. It solves the critical pain point of organizations needing cloud-like analytics without migrating sensitive data to the cloud. According to Microsoft, Power BI Report Server supports deployments of up to 3,000 users on a 16-core server with 99% reliability under real-world workloads.

This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) certification, covering report deployment, security, and lifecycle management specific to on-premises environments. Koenig Solutions delivers this training with official Microsoft courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the expertise to implement secure, scalable reporting solutions aligned with enterprise infrastructure demands.

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Course Overview

The Microsoft Power BI Report Server course is designed for data professionals, BI administrators, and report developers who need to deploy, manage, and secure on-premises reporting solutions. While there is no standalone certification exam specifically for Power BI Report Server, this training aligns with core competencies tested in the PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification, which validates expertise in data modeling, visualization, and report management. This course serves roles such as Power BI Report Server Administrator, BI Platform Engineer, and Data Visualization Specialist, who are in high demand as organizations increasingly adopt hybrid cloud and on-premises analytics. According to industry trends, the global Business Intelligence market is projected to reach $68.72 billion by 2032, with Microsoft Power BI leading enterprise adoption for secure, scalable reporting environments.

This course provides hands-on experience with key Microsoft technologies including Power BI Report Server, SQL Server, Power BI Desktop (optimized for report server), Report Builder, and the Report Server Configuration Manager. Students work in a lab environment based on Windows Server configured with Power BI Report Server, where they install, configure, and manage the report server instance. During labs, learners build and publish Power BI reports (.pbix), paginated reports (.rdl), and Excel workbooks to the secure web portal, configure data source credentials, set up email subscriptions, and apply role-based security. A key real-world scenario involves setting up a hybrid deployment using an Azure Marketplace VM with a Power BI Report Server Enterprise image, integrating on-premises reporting with cloud services for scalable enterprise reporting.

Preparing for the PL-300 Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification, this course equips professionals with skills recognized across industries for managing secure, on-premises reporting infrastructures. Certified Power BI professionals earn an average annual total pay of $129,001 in the United States, with specialized roles like Power BI Platform Engineer commanding salaries up to $218,000. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with Guaranteed-to-Run batches and 1-on-1 training options, ensuring personalized guidance from certified instructors using official Microsoft courseware. Upon completion, learners are positioned to lead enterprise reporting initiatives, drive data governance, and advance into senior BI architecture or analytics leadership roles in organizations leveraging Microsoft’s hybrid data platform.

What You'll Learn

Install and configure Power BI Report Server using Report Server Configuration Manager to establish on-premises reporting environments.
Deploy Power BI reports to the local web portal to facilitate secure and efficient report distribution.
Manage data sources and datasets by integrating with SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) to ensure data integrity.
Implement role-based access control to secure reports and protect sensitive organizational information.
Develop detailed paginated reports using Microsoft Report Builder to generate precise and printable data visualizations.
Monitor and troubleshoot Power BI Report Server performance metrics to maintain system uptime and operational responsiveness.

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Required Technical Skills: Basic understanding of Windows Server administration, including Windows Server 2019, 2022, or 2025, to manage Power BI Report Server by Microsoft effectively.
  • Required Technical Skills: Experience with SQL Server Database Engine 2016 or later, focusing on database setup and management for Power BI Report Server by Microsoft deployment.
  • Required Technical Skills: Knowledge of .NET Framework 4.8 and its deployment on Windows servers to support Power BI Report Server by Microsoft functionalities.
  • Required Technical Skills: Experience with Reporting Services Configuration Manager or SQL Server Management Studio for server setup and management of Power BI Report Server by Microsoft.
  • Recommended Infrastructure Knowledge: Familiarity with Active Directory domain services and user or group permissions to control access to Power BI Report Server by Microsoft.
  • Recommended Infrastructure Knowledge: Skills in configuring network settings such as firewalls, URL reservations, and DNS to ensure smooth Power BI Report Server by Microsoft operation.
  • Recommended Infrastructure Knowledge: Minimum hardware requirements include at least 4GB of RAM and 10GB of available disk space to support Power BI Report Server by Microsoft installation.
  • Recommended Infrastructure Knowledge: Compatibility with modern web browsers including Microsoft Edge, Chrome, or Firefox for accessing the Power BI Report Server by Microsoft web portal.
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Certification Exam

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Eligible for retake 24 hours after initial attempt; subsequent attempts follow standard Microsoft certification retake protocols
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

1
Day 1– Master Power BI Report Server
Define Microsoft Power BI Report Server Compare against Power BI Service Review essential system requirements Install Power BI Report Server software Run Report Server Configuration Manager Set up web portal URLs Validate successful server installation Navigate web portal user interface
2
Day 2– Server Configuration and Management
Configure backend database settings Enable automated email delivery Implement secure SSL encryption Adjust server execution timeouts Manage report extensions and formats Integrate Office Online Server features Monitor critical server health metrics Apply custom corporate branding
3
Day 3– Report Publishing and Deployment
Install optimized Power BI Desktop Build interactive Power BI reports Design professional paginated RDL reports Publish reports to local servers Upload Excel workbooks for analysis Structure server folder hierarchies Manage shared data source connections Deploy KPIs to web portals
4
Day 4– Security and Access Control
Master role-based access models Assign granular item-level permissions Configure system-level security roles Implement Row Level Security (RLS) Manage secure user authentication Protect sensitive data source credentials Audit server access and usage Resolve common permission conflicts
5
Day 5– Automation and Advanced Optimization
Schedule automated data refreshes Create data-driven report subscriptions Configure detailed report execution logs Optimize overall report performance Architect scalable web farm deployments Use REST APIs for automation Embed reports into custom applications Migrate SSRS to Power BI

What's Included in Your Training

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Career Outcomes

78%

of Power BI Report Server certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+22%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Power BI Report Server certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • Power BI Developer
  • BI Report Administrator
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Report Server Specialist
  • SQL Server BI Developer
  • Data Visualization Engineer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Power BI Report Server training course

Is the Power BI Report Server certification exam included in the course, and what is the exam fee?
The official Microsoft certification exam is not included in the Power BI Report Server course fee. You must purchase the PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate exam separately for $165 USD to validate your data modeling and report deployment skills.
What training formats are available for Power BI Report Server, and is Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling offered?
Koenig offers live online 1-on-1, public instructor-led, and self-paced Flexi formats for Power BI Report Server training. All public batches are Guaranteed-to-Run, ensuring your session proceeds as scheduled even with a single participant, providing reliable, expert-led professional development.
How long is lab access provided, and what type of lab environment is used?
You receive 30 days of access to a secure, cloud-based sandbox environment for Power BI Report Server. This lab uses pre-configured datasets and Power BI Desktop to mirror enterprise standards, ensuring you gain practical experience in on-premises report management.
What is Koenig's rescheduling and cancellation policy for the Power BI Report Server course?
Reschedule your Power BI Report Server training for free if requested 7 days before start. Changes within 7 days incur a 20% fee. Cancellations within 10 days carry a 50% fee, protecting the Guaranteed-to-Run integrity of your scheduled cohort.
What is the format, number of questions, passing score, and time limit for the Power BI certification exam?
The PL-300 exam for Power BI Report Server proficiency features 40–60 questions, including case studies and drag-and-drop tasks. You have 100 minutes to achieve a passing score of 700 out of 1000, demonstrating your mastery of DAX and visualization.
How long is the Power BI certification valid, and what is the renewal process and cost?
Your Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate credential is valid for one year. You can renew it for free via an online assessment on Microsoft Learn, which you may complete six months before the expiration date to maintain status.
What post-training support does Koenig provide after completing the Power BI Report Server course?
After your Power BI Report Server training, Koenig provides 30 days of support, including mentor access, lab usage, and session recordings. You also receive a digital completion certificate and exam retake discounts to ensure your success in the PL-300 certification.
What prerequisites or prior experience are recommended for the Power BI Report Server course?
We recommend one year of experience with Power BI Desktop, DAX, and data modeling. Familiarity with SQL Server Reporting Services is beneficial for managing on-premises, firewall-protected infrastructures when deploying reports using Power BI Report Server by Microsoft.
What is the average salary impact or career benefit after completing the Power BI Report Server training and certification?
PL-300 certified professionals report salaries between $90,000 and $120,000. Data analysts often see a 20–30% salary increase post-certification. Mastering Power BI Report Server makes you essential for enterprise roles that require secure, localized, and high-performance analytics solutions.
How does instructor-led Power BI Report Server training compare to self-study in terms of effectiveness and outcomes?
Instructor-led training delivers an 85%+ pass rate by providing real-time doubt resolution and hands-on labs. Koenig’s approach compresses months of self-study into days, effectively bridging knowledge gaps in DAX and on-premises deployment for Power BI Report Server.
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