SFIA Reference: INAN Level 4
Competency Description
Designs semantic models and curated datasets to support analytics, dashboards, and self-service BI.
Learning Outcomes
- Build Power BI datasets or semantic layers.
- Define standardised business measures.
- Create documentation for data consumers.
Evidence Requirements
Level 4:
- Published a certified dataset or model.
- Documented KPIs or measures for a business unit. Level 5:
- Designed and maintained a semantic model portfolio.
- Facilitated engagement between BI and architecture.
Suggested Learning Activities
- Lab: Design a Power BI data model.
- Workshop: Define business logic layer.
- Shadow a reporting team using published datasets.
Recommended Resources
- KnowHow: “Modelling for Analytics”
- Book: “The Definitive Guide to DAX” by Russo & Ferrari