This course forms part of the Microsoft Power BI Analyst Professional Certificate. This Professional Certificate consists of a series of courses that offers a good starting point for a career in data analysis using Microsoft Power BI.
In this course, you’ll learn about the role of a data analyst and the main stages involved in the data analysis process with a focus on applying them using Microsoft Power BI.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:  
• Describe how data is produced and gathered in businesses and organizations. 
• Outline the role of data in creating data-driven decisions and successful business outcomes. 
• Classify key stages in the data analysis process. 
• Recognize the skills needed by a Power BI analyst and the tools they use. 
• List the tasks performed by a Power BI Data Analyst. 
• Recognize the components of Power BI. 
This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft PL-300 exam. By passing the PL-300 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification.
Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, power bi, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Analytical Skills, Business Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software
Reviews
4.6 (1,586 ratings)
5 stars
73.26%
4 stars
18.03%
3 stars
5.35%
2 stars
1.95%
1 star
1.38%
CH
May 7, 2024
Its nice to get a detailed explanation of all the roles and processes of the data analyst. However, if you want to get a hands-on course you should go faster through it.
GM
Jul 17, 2024
Interesting and insightful course. The lecturer was easy to understand and gave examples that were easy to relate to. Great work, great course
From the lesson
Data analysis in business
This module introduces the learner to the role of a Data Analyst, key data analysis concepts and how data plays an important role in business. The learner is briefly introduced to Power BI as tool for data analysis.