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Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300) Study Guide

Domain-by-domain study guide for Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300). Covers all 4 exam objectives with topic checklists, quick notes, and practice links.

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Exam Overview

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Duration

100 min

Questions

Exam Code

PL-300

Domains

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1. Prepare the data (27%)
2. Model the data (27%)
3. Visualize and analyze the data (27%)
4. Manage and secure Power BI (19%)

Domain 1

27%

Prepare the data

Connect to data sources, profile and clean data, and transform and load data using Power Query

Topics to Master

Connect to data sources
Data profiling and cleaning
Power Query transformations
DirectQuery vs Import vs DirectLake
Parameters and data loading

Domain 2

27%

Model the data

Design data models, create DAX calculations, and optimize model performance

Topics to Master

Data model design
Relationships and cardinality
DAX measures and calculated columns
Time intelligence
Performance optimization

Domain 3

27%

Visualize and analyze the data

Create reports, enhance usability and storytelling, and identify patterns and trends

Topics to Master

Report creation and visual selection
Conditional formatting and slicers
Bookmarks and drillthrough
AI visuals and Copilot
Forecasting and anomaly detection

Domain 4

19%

Manage and secure Power BI

Create and manage workspaces, configure apps, implement security and governance

Topics to Master

Workspace and app management
Row-level security
Sensitivity labels
Scheduled refresh and gateways
Content distribution methods

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Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300) Study Guide

Domain-by-domain study guide for Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300). Covers all 4 exam objectives with topic checklists, quick notes, and practice links.

Download PDF Notes

Exam Overview

Key facts before you start studying

Duration

100 min

Questions

Exam Code

PL-300

Domains

Quick Navigation

Jump to a specific exam domain

1. Prepare the data (27%)
2. Model the data (27%)
3. Visualize and analyze the data (27%)
4. Manage and secure Power BI (19%)

Domain 1

27%

Prepare the data

Connect to data sources, profile and clean data, and transform and load data using Power Query

Topics to Master

Connect to data sources
Data profiling and cleaning
Power Query transformations
DirectQuery vs Import vs DirectLake
Parameters and data loading

Domain 2

27%

Model the data

Design data models, create DAX calculations, and optimize model performance

Topics to Master

Data model design
Relationships and cardinality
DAX measures and calculated columns
Time intelligence
Performance optimization

Domain 3

27%

Visualize and analyze the data

Create reports, enhance usability and storytelling, and identify patterns and trends

Topics to Master

Report creation and visual selection
Conditional formatting and slicers
Bookmarks and drillthrough
AI visuals and Copilot
Forecasting and anomaly detection

Domain 4

19%

Manage and secure Power BI

Create and manage workspaces, configure apps, implement security and governance

Topics to Master

Workspace and app management
Row-level security
Sensitivity labels
Scheduled refresh and gateways
Content distribution methods

Continue Your Prep

Free CertStud resources for PL-300

Study Notes Exam Study Plan Start Practice Test