Microsoft
PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst
Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300)
Microsoft certification for analysts who model, visualize and analyze data with Power BI; a top-demand data analytics credential.
Full program: 4 decks, 504 cards.
What's on the exam
Microsoft PL-300 study guide (skills measured as of April 20, 2026)
Prepare the data
25–30%Get data from sources · Power Query transformations and profiling · Cleaning, shaping and combining queries · Data types and query folding
Model the data
25–30%Star schema and relationships · DAX measures and calculated columns · Time intelligence · Model optimization and performance · Row-level security
Visualize and analyze the data
25–30%Reports and visual selection · Formatting, interactions and drill-through · Dashboards and bookmarks · Identifying patterns and insights · AI visuals and analytics
Manage and secure Power BI
15–20%Workspaces and deployment pipelines · Datasets, refresh and gateways · Row-level security roles · Sharing, apps and permissions · Sensitivity labels and endorsement
Frequently asked questions
How much does the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst cost?
The PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst costs $165. Exam fee.
How long is the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst and how many questions does it have?
40-60 items — 100 minutes.
What do you need to pass the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst?
700 on a 1000-point scale.
Can you retake the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst?
24-hour wait after first failure; escalating waits.
What is the best way to study for the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst?
Start from the official outline and your primary study materials: the exam is weighted by domain (Prepare the data 25–30%, Model the data 25–30%, Visualize and analyze the data 25–30%, Manage and secure Power BI 15–20%). Once you've learned the material, spaced-repetition flashcards organized by those domains are an efficient way to retain it and refresh it before test day.
Ready to prepare?
Our PL-300 — Power BI Data Analyst program is organized by this outline's domains and scheduled by spaced repetition, with a path from first card to test day.
Flashcards are a memory tool. Learn the material first, then use NoReread to retain it and refresh what you already know. It doesn't replace studying the subject.