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Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300)

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Your Study Path

PL Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Master Power Query and Data PreparationYou are here

Learn to connect to various data sources, transform data using Power Query Editor, clean data, and create calculated columns using M language.

10
hours
2

Learn Data Modeling and Relationships

Understand star schema design, create relationships between tables, and learn to optimize model performance.

12
hours
3

Master DAX Fundamentals

Learn DAX syntax, calculated columns vs measures, context (row vs filter), iterator functions, and time intelligence.

15
hours
4

Create Reports and Visualizations

Practice creating various visual types, implement interactivity with filters and slicers, use bookmarks and tooltips.

10
hours
5

Study Security and Administration

Learn workspace roles, row-level security (RLS), dataflows, gateways, deployment pipelines, and sensitivity labels.

8
hours
6

Practice with Sample Questions

Complete 200+ practice questions, review explanations, and focus on weak areas especially DAX and data modeling.

15
hours
Estimated total study time
70 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the PL-300 Exam?

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Age
Education
No formal education requirement
Experience
Recommended 3-6 months of Power BI experience
Additional Requirements
  • Pass the PL-300 exam with 700/1000 or higher
  • Renew annually via free Microsoft Learn assessment
  • No additional fees for renewal

PL-300 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

4-6 weeks typical study time

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE (onsite and online proctored)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates must wait 24 hours before retaking. Exam fee required for each attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$165 USD
Total Estimated Cost$165 (self-study with free resources)
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PL-300 Exam Details

Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300)

Administered by Microsoft

Official Source
700/1000 (70%)
Passing Score
40-60
Questions
100
Minutes
$165 USD (varies by region)
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-60 hours
Prerequisites: None required; familiarity with data analysis concepts recommended
Valid for: 1 year (renewable annually via free assessment)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Microsoft content outline

Prepare the data25-30%

Connect to data sources, use Power Query Editor, transform and clean data, create calculated columns with M language, configure data loading options (import vs DirectQuery)

Model the data25-30%

Design star schema, create and manage relationships, write DAX measures and calculated columns, implement time intelligence functions, create hierarchies, optimize model performance

Visualize and analyze the data25-30%

Create reports and dashboards, use various visual types, implement filters and slicers, create bookmarks and tooltips, use AI features (Copilot, Key Influencers, Q&A)

Manage and secure Power BI15-20%

Create and manage workspaces, configure row-level security (RLS), manage datasets and dataflows, configure gateways, implement sensitivity labels, use deployment pipelines

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