Microsoft Power BI

Software Description

Microsoft Power BI is a powerful business analytics tool that enables users to visualize data and share insights across an organization or within reports. In this course, students will use Power BI to create interactive dashboards, analyze large datasets, and build reports that support data-driven decision-making. This hands-on experience is designed to enhance students’ data literacy and analytic skill sets for both academic and professional applications.

Access Instructions

Website: Power BI – Data Visualization 

Download:

  • Go to Power BI Desktop
  • Click “Download free” to install Power BI Desktop (for Windows).

Login/Account Setup:

  • Use your student email to create a Microsoft account or sign in with an existing one.
  • Some institutions may offer access through Microsoft 365 Education—check with your school if unsure.

System Requirements:

  • Power BI Desktop is supported on Windows 10 or later.
  • Not available for MacOS (consider using a virtual machine if on Mac).
  • Recommended browser: Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.

Licensing and Cost Information

  • License Type: Academic (Personal Use)
  • Cost: Free for Power BI Desktop; Power BI Pro requires a paid subscription (not required for this course unless otherwise stated).
  • Duration: Unlimited access to Power BI Desktop; if using Power BI Pro (for cloud sharing), a free 60-day trial is available.

How to Purchase/Access:

  • Download Power BI Desktop for free via the Microsoft website.
  • Optional: Sign up for a free trial of Power BI Pro if collaborative cloud access is required.

Getting Help

Technical Support Contact:

Help Resources: