Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2
The Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 course enables BI developers, data analysts, and database administrators to design advanced paginated reports using parameters, drilldowns, subreports, and data visualizations like sparklines and indicators. With demand for SQL Server BI skills growing across enterprises modernizing reporting infrastructure, this course solves the challenge of transforming raw data into interactive, self-service reports. Microsoft-certified professionals report a 20% higher job placement rate in data roles.
This course prepares learners for Exam 70-466: Implementing Data Models and Reports with Microsoft SQL Server, part of the MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification path. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, enabling hands-on practice with SSRS environments. Graduates gain the expertise to deliver enterprise-grade reporting solutions in hybrid and on-premises data platforms.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 is designed for business analysts, data analysts, and database administrators seeking to master advanced reporting techniques using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). This course builds on foundational skills to prepare professionals for complex report development tasks and supports preparation for retired but still industry-recognized credentials such as the MCSA: SQL 2016 BI Development, which included exam 70-768 focused on developing SQL data models. With over 70% of enterprises still leveraging on-premises SQL Server solutions for mission-critical reporting, proficiency in SSRS remains a high-demand skill across finance, healthcare, and government sectors where paginated reports are essential for compliance and decision-making.
Students engage directly with core Microsoft tools including SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT), Report Designer, SSRS Report Server, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), and Visual Studio 2015/2017 environments. Through hands-on labs, learners build parameterized reports, implement drilldown and drillthrough functionality, and integrate subreports, images, and dynamic data visualizations such as sparklines, data bars, and indicators. A key lab scenario involves creating a sales performance dashboard that uses conditional formatting, complex expressions, and interactive navigation between summary and detail reports—all deployed and tested in a local SSDT environment before publishing to an SSRS server. These exercises mirror real-world requirements for self-service BI and executive reporting systems.
Completing Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 enhances career readiness for roles like SSRS Developer or BI Analyst, positions that command an average base salary of $132,967 in the United States according to Salary.com (2025 data). While the associated MCSA certifications have been retired, the technical competencies remain highly relevant and recognized by employers managing legacy and hybrid SQL Server environments. Koenig Solutions reinforces this learning with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Microsoft courseware, and access to live online labs, ensuring consistent skill transfer. Graduates gain the expertise needed to design enterprise-grade reports that drive data-informed decisions and position themselves for advancement into senior reporting analyst or BI developer roles.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Experience designing paginated reports with Report Designer in SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT), a key skill for mastering Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 by Microsoft
- Solid understanding of SQL Server 2016 Reporting Services (SSRS) architecture and deployment methods, essential for effective report management and deployment
- Ability to create shared data sources and datasets within SSRS, enabling efficient report development and data integration
- Proficiency in writing T-SQL queries to extract and organize data from SQL Server databases, improving report accuracy and performance
- Knowledge of Report Definition Language (RDL) structure and report properties, vital for customizing and optimizing reports
- Experience publishing reports to native mode report servers and configuring report execution settings, ensuring secure and reliable report delivery
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Parameter Reports and List Data Regions
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Day 2– Advanced Report Enhancements with Microsoft SSRS 2016
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Day 3– Drilldown and Drillthrough Functionality Training
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Day 4– Visualizing Data with Sparklines and Indicators
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Day 5– Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2
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 Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Writing Reports with Report Designer and SSRS 2016 Level 2 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- SSRS Developer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Report Developer
- Data Analyst
- Database Administrator
- BI Report Designer
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