Microsoft Project Training

Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Microsoft Project Training Course Outline

Module 1: Getting Started with Microsoft Project

  • Introduction to Microsoft Project
  • Exploring the Microsoft Project Environment
  • Displaying an Existing Project Plan in Different Views

Module 2: Creating the Project Schedule

  • Task Durations
  • Milestones
  • Manual Scheduling
  • Auto Scheduling a Task
  • Task Relationships
  • Timeline
  • Auto Scheduling a Task
  • Identifying the Critical Path
  • Working with Constraints
  • Recurring Activities
  • Add Notes to a Task

Module 3: Managing Resources in a Project Plan

  • Resource Types
  • Assigning Calendars to Resources
  • Resolving Resource Over-Allocation

Module 4: Assigning Resources and Levelling

  • Simple Resource Assignments
  • Levelling a Single Resource
  • Assigning Part Time Resources
  • Creating Part Time Resource Calendars
  • Problem Assignments
  • Levelling a Single Resource
  • Assigning Resources, You Do Not Have
  • Understanding Resource Levelling
  • Checking Resource Usage
  • Understanding Overtime

Module 5: Costs

  • Understanding Project Costs
  • Reviewing Current Costs
  • Entering Variable Costs
  • Assigning Daily Costs
  • Assigning Per Usage Costs
  • Assigning Fixed Costs
  • Assigning Material Costs
  • Changing Rates During a Project
  • Assigning Cost Resources

Module 6: Constraints and Deadlines

  • Understanding Constraints and Deadlines
  • Creating a Constraint
  • Types of Constraint
  • Using Elapsed Time
  • Rescheduling Tasks
  • Creating a Deadline

Modules 7: Project Tracking and Controlling

  • Creating a Baseline
  • Automatically Updating Tasks
  • Manually Updating Tasks
  • Tracking Actuals on a Gantt Chart
  • Using Tracking Box
  • Viewing Task Slippage
  • Basic Data Highlighting
  • Applying Filters
  • Editing Existing Filters
  • Deleting an Unwanted Filter
  • Grouping Tasks
  • Using AutoFilters

Module 8: Reporting

  • Understanding Graphical Reports
  • Creating a New Report
  • Filtering Report Data
  • Enhancing Report Appearance

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Who should attend this Microsoft Project Training Course?

The Microsoft Project Training Certification in the United States is designed for individuals who want to enhance their skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Project, a Project Management software. This course can benefit a wide range of professionals, including:

  • Project Managers
  • Project Coordinators
  • Team Leaders
  • Business Analysts
  • Small Business Owners
  • Office Professionals
  • IT Administrators

Prerequisites of the Microsoft Project Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Microsoft Project Training.

Microsoft Project Training Course Overview

In today's dynamic business landscape, effective Project Management is crucial for success. Microsoft Project is a powerful software used in Project Management in the United States, enabling users to efficiently organise project schedules, budgets, resources, and workforce, all in one place.

To professionals in the United States seeking to excel in Project Management, mastering Microsoft Project is of paramount importance. Project Managers, Team Leaders, and anyone involved in project planning and execution will greatly benefit from this training. Proficiency in Microsoft Project can enhance job profiles and result in higher remuneration.

This 1-day Microsoft Project Course in the United States by the Knowledge Academy introduces delegates to this invaluable tool, emphasising its relevance in modern Project Management. This training in the United States equips delegates with the skills to create professional reports, add graphics, animations, links, and more, without the need for external software. Delegates will discover tips and tricks to maximise the software's capabilities, set up tasks, link them, reassign resources, and efficiently manage schedules.

Course Objectives

  • To understand the fundamentals of Microsoft Project and its role in Project Management
  • To efficiently create and manage project schedules and budgets using Microsoft Project
  • To learn how to organise resources and workforce within a project
  • To discover advanced features for creating professional reports and visual presentations
  • To master the techniques for setting up tasks, linking them, and reassigning resources
  • To gain expertise in working with constraints, timelines, and task rescheduling

Upon completion of this course in the United States, delegates will be empowered to manage projects more effectively, leading to improved project outcomes, enhanced career opportunities, and a more competitive edge in the job market.

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What’s included in this Microsoft Project Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Microsoft Project Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Microsoft Project Training FAQs

Microsoft Project is a project management software product, developed and sold by Microsoft, designed to assist project managers in developing plans, assigning resources to tasks, tracking progress, managing budgets, and analyzing workloads.
Microsoft Project Online Training contributes to project management by teaching how to effectively plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects using the Microsoft Project software, emphasizing areas like task scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
There are no formal prerequisites to attend this course.
After completing the course, career opportunities can include roles such as project coordinator, project manager, program manager, or any position requiring strong project planning and management skills.
From this Microsoft Project Course, you will learn skills such as setting up project plans, managing and configuring tasks, allocating resources, tracking progress, and creating reports.
In case you encounter any difficulties accessing the Microsoft Project Certification course materials, our customer support team is available to assist and promptly resolve any issues you may encounter.
The Knowledge Academy stands out as a prestigious training provider known for its extensive course offerings, expert instructors, adaptable learning formats, and industry recognition. It's a dependable option for those seeking the Microsoft Project Certification Course.
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for Microsoft Project Training.
The training fees for Microsoft Project Training in the United States starts from $1295.
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