Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel
Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel by Microsoft equips data analysts and business intelligence professionals with skills to transform raw data into actionable insights, solving the critical pain point of inefficient reporting and disconnected data sources. With over 5 million Power BI users globally, demand for skilled analysts is surging as organizations prioritize data-driven decision-making.
This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification (exam PL-300), leveraging Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run dates and official vendor-authorized courseware. Gain hands-on expertise in Power Query, DAX, and semantic modeling to deliver impactful reports—enabling career advancement into high-demand roles with earning potential up to $164,000 annually.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel is designed to equip data professionals with the skills needed to transform raw data into actionable insights using integrated tools from Microsoft’s analytics suite. This training prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification, specifically aligning with Exam PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst. It is ideal for data analysts, business intelligence specialists, and financial analysts who rely on robust reporting and data modeling capabilities. With demand for Power BI skills growing rapidly—featured in over 1.6% of all job postings and driving 53% of data analysis roles—this course meets a critical industry need, as organizations increasingly adopt Microsoft’s modern analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.
Participants engage directly with core Microsoft technologies including Power BI Desktop, Power Query, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, and integration with Microsoft Fabric. The hands-on lab environment leverages real-world datasets where students build end-to-end analytics solutions by connecting disparate data sources, cleaning and transforming data, and creating semantic models. A key project involves designing an interactive sales performance dashboard that combines Excel-based financial data with cloud-sourced customer information, applying DAX calculations and time intelligence functions to generate year-over-year growth insights. Labs are conducted within the Power BI service and desktop application, simulating enterprise workflows for data preparation, visualization, and report sharing in secure environments.
This course not only prepares candidates for the PL-300 certification exam but also supports long-term career advancement in high-demand analytics roles. Microsoft certifications are globally recognized, with Power BI-skilled professionals commanding median salaries of $110,000–$133,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning experience with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Microsoft courseware, and access to expert instructors through 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring mastery of advanced analytics techniques. Upon completion, professionals are positioned to lead analytics initiatives, drive business intelligence strategies, and deliver scalable reporting solutions across hybrid and cloud environments.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with core data and analytics concepts like dimensions, measures, and reporting workflows is essential for mastering the third-party training course Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF, tables, and charts, helps learners effectively analyze and visualize data in Power BI.
- Experience connecting to and managing data from external sources using Excel's Power Query is crucial for integrating diverse datasets into Power BI reports.
- Understanding relational data concepts, including primary keys, relationships, and normalization, is vital for building accurate data models in Power BI.
- Ability to create a calculated column in DAX and experience with Power BI Desktop version 2.12x or higher enable learners to communicate insights clearly and effectively.
- Hands-on experience shaping and transforming data with Power Pivot and DAX in Excel prepares students to perform complex data analysis in Power BI.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel
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Day 2– Data Acquisition and Source Integration Techniques
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Day 3– Data Transformation and Preparation Workflows
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Day 4– Semantic Model Configuration for Power BI
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Day 5– Advanced Reporting and AI Integration Strategies
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Power BI for Data Analysis and Reporting with Advanced Excel certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Power BI Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Reporting Analyst
- Data Visualization Specialist
- Analytics Consultant
- Senior Data Analyst
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