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.