Course Objectives: By the end of this Microsoft Project training, you will be able to understand in detail the following topics: 

• Getting started with Microsoft Project
• Navigate your way around Microsoft Project
• Create a new project in Microsoft Project
• Use project ribbons
• Customize project interfaces
• Backstage
• Modifying Project Information
• Views and Tables
• Preparation
• Tasks and Task Notes

• Create dependencies between project tasks
• Work Resources
• Material and Cost Resources
• Calendar Work Resource

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Project

Learning outcomes:

Understand how to start Microsoft Project, creating a Project file and navigating through its many commands.

Topics covered:

• Starting Microsoft Project
• Identify Project Components
• Open, Create and Save a Project
• Getting Help in Project
• Setting Project Options
• Setting Non-Working Time

Module 2: Creating a Project Plan

Learning outcomes:

Understand how to add project tasks, set task dependencies and constraints. Topics covered:

• Setting Manual/Auto Scheduling Modes
• Entering Tasks and Duration
• Adding Task Dependencies
• Adding Constraints and Deadlines
• Adding Recurring Tasks

Module 3: Adding and Assigning Resources

Learning outcomes:

Effectively adding a pool of resources and assigning the resources to tasks within a project. Topics covered:

• Create a Pool of Resources
• Adjust Resource Calendars and Costs
• Assign Resources to Tasks

Module 4: Formatting and Printing the Plan

Learning outcomes:

Exploring different settings and options to help present and print your Project to professional standards.

Topics covered:

• Formatting Text & Text Styles
• Formatting the Gantt Chart
• Printing the Gantt Chart
• Running Project Reports

Module 5: Tracking  Progress

Learning outcomes:

How to track a project's plan effectively by using tools to monitor the progress of tasks. Topics covered:

• Saving the Baseline
• Updating Tasks
• Displaying Progress Lines and Tracking Filters

Module 6: Appendix & Notes

Topics covered:

• Terms and Definitions
• Goals of Project Management
• Process of Project Management

• The Role of the Project Manager
• Planning Methods

Benefits of learning Microsoft Project

• World’s most popular project management software – globally utilized
• Developed by Microsoft – a world class leader in software
• Can be used within any organisation, for any Project Management
• Use Earned Value Analysis and other advanced features

Amalgamate Microsoft Project skills with other Office programs