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Training Power Query M Language - Automate Data Analysis

Course created on July 27, 2026Updated on October 5, 2026

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1 day
Onsite
10 people max.

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10 people max.

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On-site and certification exam on quote

1 day

Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

Without mastery of Power Query M Language, your teams lose an average of 50% of their time on manual data cleaning, tripling errors on BI reports.
ETL delays cost up to 15 000 € per project in overtime and rework.
In 2026, 82% of BI analyst job offers require M Language skills, risking professional obsolescence and loss of company competitiveness against competitors automating daily analyses 70% faster.
Every quarter without training widens the gap, exposing the company to GDPR sanctions for mishandled data.

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Learning objectives

Master the fundamental syntaxes of the M language for certified transformations
Develop professional Power Query queries in a business environment
Implement custom M functions for ETL automation
Configure the advanced Power Query editor for complex datasets
Optimize M query performance in professional contexts
Design scalable data pipelines with certified skills

Program

Module 1Power Query M Language Fundamentals: Syntax, Transformations, and ETL Automation (Advanced Editor, M Functions, Practical Exercises)

Immersive discovery of the Power Query editor in Excel and Power BI, hands-on with basic M syntaxes to filter, sort, and merge real datasets, practical exercises on business cases such as cleaning large CSV files, creation of custom functions to reuse complex ETL logics, optimization tests on simulated sales data, production of a complete deliverable pipeline with documentation, immediate feedback from the trainer to anchor professional skills.

Evaluation method

Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning at the end of the training
Continuous assessment through practical exercises on the M language
Presentation of the ETL red thread project to the trainer

Learning method

Courses led by a practicing BI expert trainer
Practical exercises on real business cases in Power Query
Progressive red thread project throughout the training
Complete course materials provided to each participant

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Power Query M Language - Automate Data Analysis program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Power Query M Language - Automate Data Analysis program, the following equipment is required:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Power Query M Language - Automate Data Analysis program is performed through:

During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.

Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

Live briefing on goals and team context.
Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.

Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
Program co-written then validated by your team.

Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
Distributed through our partner charities
Included, at no extra cost to you

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Power Query M Language training?+

Hands-on work runs on advanced Editor, m Functions and practical Exercises. Those tools come from the Power Query M Language program itself, delivered on site over 1 day, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.

What can participants do after Power Query M Language training?+

They can master the fundamental syntaxes of the M language for certified transformations, develop professional Power Query queries in a business environment and implement custom M functions for ETL automation. Those are the stated objectives of the Power Query M Language program at Beginner level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.

How is Power Query M Language training assessed?+

Assessment relies on multiple-choice quiz to validate learning at the end of the training, continuous assessment through practical exercises on the M language and presentation of the ETL red thread project to the trainer. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Power Query M Language program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.

How much does Power Query M Language training cost per participant?+

Power Query M Language training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.

How long does Power Query M Language training take?+

1 day, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.

Who pays for Power Query M Language training?+

Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.

What do participants need to know before Power Query M Language training?+

Basic use of Excel or Power BI, basic knowledge of data analysis.

Is a certificate issued after Power Query M Language training?+

Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.

Does Learni provide the equipment for Power Query M Language training?+

No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.

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