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Power BI 2 Course Program - Microsoft PL-300 Certification

Study Method In-class, Virtual
Locations New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia
Provider Nexacu
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Delivered by expert trainers | Flexible in-class and online options | Earn the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate credential | Pathway to industry-recognised certification

Course overview

The Power BI 2 Course Program is designed to take you from beginner to intermediate level in Microsoft Power BI, building toward the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate certification. Delivered face-to-face or live online across Australia, this program combines two full-day instructor-led courses into a structured, practical learning experience.

What's Included:

  • Power BI Beginner — data importing, Power Query, basic visuals and dashboards

  • Power BI Intermediate — advanced data modelling, DAX expressions, drill-through reports

  • Instructor-led, face-to-face or live online delivery

  • Unlimited coordinator support and access to a study library

  • Pathway toward the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate certificate

Who's It For?

This program is ideal for professionals new to Power BI who want to build skills from beginner to intermediate level. It is suited for:

  • Business analysts and data analysts looking to upskill in Power BI

  • Professionals who work with data and want to create interactive dashboards and reports

  • Anyone pursuing the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate certification

  • IT professionals, finance teams, and project managers who need to visualise and communicate data insights

Job outcomes

  • Data Analyst

  • Business Intelligence Analyst

  • Power BI Developer

  • Reporting Analyst

  • Data Visualisation Specialist

  • BI Consultant

  • PL-300 Data Analyst Associate

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What you'll learn

  • By completing the Power BI 2 Course Program, you will be able to:

  • From Power BI Beginner:

  • Connect to and import data from multiple sources (Excel, CSV, databases)

  • Use Power Query to clean and transform data

  • Build basic data models and understand table relationships

  • Create visualisations including bar charts, line charts, maps, pie charts, and slicers

  • Design and publish interactive reports and dashboards to Power BI Service

  • Share and collaborate on reports with colleagues

  • From Power BI Intermediate:

  • Design efficient data models with multiple related tables

  • Create calculated columns and measures using DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)

  • Use advanced filtering techniques including CALCULATE, FILTER, and time intelligence

  • Build drill-through pages and detailed interactive reports

  • Apply bookmarks and buttons for dynamic report navigation

  • Optimise report performance and apply best practices

Study method

  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Locations

  • New South Wales
  • Queensland
  • South Australia
  • Victoria
  • Western Australia

Duration study load

Program Duration

  • Total training: 2 full-day instructor-led courses

  • Self-study: Approx. 2–3 hours per week (recommended)

  • Booking: Flexible dates — book each course at your own pace

Delivery

How This Course is Delivered

  • In-Class: Face-to-face at Nexacu training centres in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Canberra

  • Live Online: Virtual classroom with real-time instruction from anywhere in Australia

  • All sessions include:

  • Live Q&A with expert instructors

  • Step-by-step workbooks and practice exercises

  • Small class sizes for a focused learning environment

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements. The following is recommended:

  • Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Windows

  • Basic understanding of spreadsheets or data tables (e.g., Microsoft Excel) is helpful but not mandatory

  • No prior Power BI experience required for the Beginner course

  • Access to a computer with Microsoft Power BI Desktop installed (free download from Microsoft)

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Course features

  • Taught by expert trainers with real-world industry experience

  • Available face-to-face or live online across major Australian cities

  • Flexible scheduling with multiple booking dates throughout the year

  • Step-by-step workbooks and hands-on exercises included

  • Unlimited support from Nexacu's dedicated program coordinators

  • Rated 4.74/5 from over 27,600 student reviews

  • Trusted by 1,300+ organisations across Australia

  • Pathway toward the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate credential

  • Small class sizes for personalised learning

  • Access to a study library and exam preparation resources

Recognition of prior learning

This program does not currently offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). All students are required to complete both the Power BI Beginner and Power BI Intermediate courses as part of the 2 Course Program. Students with existing Power BI knowledge may find the Intermediate course a more suitable starting point — please contact Nexacu to discuss the best pathway for your experience level.

Professional Recognition

Upon successful completion of this program and passing the PL-300 exam, students will earn the PL-300 Data Analyst Associate credential — a globally recognised certification that validates expertise in Power BI data analysis and visualisation.

This certification is issued directly by Microsoft and is recognised by employers across Australia and internationally. Nexacu is an authorised Microsoft training provider.

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for the Power BI Beginner and Intermediate training courses. Student comprehension is assessed informally through hands-on exercises and participation during each course session.

For students progressing to the full PL-300 certification, the official exam details are:

  • Format: Multiple choice, case studies, and scenario-based questions

  • Administered by: Pearson VUE (online proctored or in-person test centre)

  • Duration: Approximately 100 minutes

  • Passing score: 700 out of 1000

Materials

All course materials are provided by Nexacu and included in the program price. Students will receive:

  • Step-by-step courseware workbooks for each course

  • Practice data files and exercises used throughout the training sessions

  • Access to Nexacu's study library with curated additional resources

  • Microsoft Power BI Desktop (free download from Microsoft) — students must install this prior to commencing the course

Testimonials

  • This course was a fantastic introduction to useful functions of Power BI and how to take your data to create, publish and share in a clear visual dashboard. - Power BI Beginner, Remote East
    Kyle
    Power BI 2 Course Program - Microsoft PL-300 Certification

Additional information

This program forms part of Nexacu's Power BI Certification pathway. Students who complete the 2 Course Program can upgrade to the full 3 or 4 Course Certification Package at any time for an additional fee.

Nexacu is one of Australia's leading Microsoft training providers, having trained over 80,000 students and earning 4.7/5 on Google Reviews. All courses are delivered by expert trainers in small groups to ensure a quality, personalised learning experience.

For group bookings and corporate training packages, contact Nexacu directly for a customised quote. Training can also be delivered on-site at your workplace

Subjects

This program consists of two instructor-led Power BI courses designed to take you from a beginner to an intermediate level. Each course is delivered as a full-day session by a Microsoft Certified Trainer. You will follow along with step-by-step workbooks, complete hands-on exercises, and gain practical skills in Microsoft Power BI that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Course 1 - Power BI Beginner
PBI-BEGPower BI Beginner

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Power BI including connecting to data sources, basic data transformations using Power Query, and creating simple interactive reports and dashboards. Topics include: importing data, basic DAX formulas, creating visuals (bar charts, tables, slicers, maps), publishing reports to Power BI Service, and sharing dashboards.

Course 2 - Power BI Intermediate
PBI-INTPower BI Intermediate

Build on your Power BI foundations with advanced data modelling techniques, relationships between multiple tables, and more complex DAX expressions. Topics include: data model design, calculated columns and measures, advanced filtering with DAX, drill-through reports, bookmarks, and optimising report performance for business insights.

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Payment options

Payment Methods

  • Credit card

  • Bank transfer

  • Invoice

Group & Corporate Training

Customised team training packages available. Contact Nexacu for a quote. On-site delivery also available.

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About Nexacu

Nexacu is a leading Australian end-user training provider with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals and organisations build practical, job-ready digital skills. We work with government agencies and major corporations across Australia, delivering instructor-led training in Microsoft applications, data, and workplace productivity tools. Nexacu is part of the Lumify Group, Australasia’s largest corporate education and training group, and is known for high-quality delivery, experienced trainers, and courses designed for real-world application.

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