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Microsoft Project Training Course

Houston

Understand resource management and task-tracking methodologies
Gain Microsoft Project Certification for project management expertise
Acquire skills in creating and customizing project reports

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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

Who should attend this Microsoft Project Training Course?

The Microsoft Project Training Certification in Houston 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 Houston, enabling users to efficiently organise project schedules, budgets, resources, and workforce, all in one place.

To professionals in Houston 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 Houston by the Knowledge Academy introduces delegates to this invaluable tool, emphasising its relevance in modern Project Management. This training in Houston 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 Houston, 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.

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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Our Houston venue

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Free Wi-Fi

To make sure you’re always connected we offer completely free and easy to access wi-fi.

Air conditioned

To keep you comfortable during your course we offer a fully air conditioned environment.

Full IT support

IT support is on hand to sort out any unforseen issues that may arise.

Video equipment

This location has full video conferencing equipment.

Houston is the largest and most populated city in Texas and the American South. It is the fourth crowed city in the United States of America. It has a population of approximately over 2 million citizens. Houston is home to the Houston Independent School District (HISD) which consists of 17 school districts and 112 campuses, making it the seventh largest school district in the United States. Houston offers magnet or vanguard schools specialising in the sciences, visual and performing arts, and health professions. Houston also has charter schools and some public school districts also have their own charter schools. The city also has over 300 private schools which are accredited by Texas Private School Accreditation Commission. Houston also has Houston Area Independent Schools which offer different religious and secular viewpoints. The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston operate the Houston Catholic schools.Huston is also home to 3 community colleges which use either the Houston Community College System or the Lone Star College System in the North-Western through North-Eastern part of Houston. Both of these are part of the 10 largest institutions of higher learning in the United States. The South-Eastern part of Houston is assisted by San Jacinto College with the Lee College serving the North-Eastern part of the city. The city also offers several private institutions of higher learning including many colleges and universities including The University of St. Thomas which is a liberal arts college as well as the Rice University which is a Catholic University with over 6,000 students enrolled. Houston provides students our separate and distinct state universities. The University of Houston is a Tier One research university and is nationally recognised. The university was established in 1927 and is the third largest university in Texas with over 40,000 students following the University of Houston System. The city also provides two stand-alone universities: The University of Houston–Clear Lake (UHCL) which was established in 1971 and teaches over 8,000 students and University of Houston–Downtown which was founded in 1974 and has nearly 14,000 students attending. Houston is also home to Texas Southern University (TSU) which is a historically black university (HBCU); it was founded in 1927 as Houston Coloured Junior College. It now teaches nearly 10,000 students.

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Ways to take this course

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Tailored learning experience

Leverage benefits offered from a certification that fits your unique business or project needs

Maximise your training budget

Cut unnecessary costs and focus your entire budget on what really matters, the training.

Team building opportunity

Our offers a unique chance for your team to bond and engage in discussions, enriching the learning experience beyond traditional classroom settings

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The course know-how will help you track and evaluate your employees' progression and performance with relative ease

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What our customers are saying

very knowledgeable, helpful and patient

Mark Wilde

John Pascal was fantastic and full of knowledge about the MS Project software. He was very attentive to the class and made sure that everyone had a chance to ask questions or he would give the assistance needed to bring the delegate to where the class was on their projects. Thank you John!

Jerry Folk

Very knowledgeable and helpful. Patient and willing to make it work even with bad technical difficulties. Polite and easy to talk to.

Jonathan MacEldowney

Microsoft Project Training | Microsoft Project Courses in Houston FAQs

What is Microsoft Project?

Microsoft Project is a project management software program developed by Microsoft. It's designed to assist project managers in developing plans, assigning resources to tasks, tracking progress, managing budgets, and analyzing workloads for various projects.

Why is this Microsoft Project Certification important?

This certification is crucial as it validates your proficiency in utilizing the software effectively, enhancing project management skills and increasing employability prospects in industries requiring project management expertise.

Who is this Microsoft Project Training Course for?

This Microsoft Project Course is ideal for Project Managers, Team Leaders, Business Professionals, and individuals seeking to enhance their project management skills and effectively utilize Microsoft Project software for planning, scheduling, and managing projects of various sizes and complexities.

Are there any prerequisites for this Microsoft Project Course?

There are no formal prerequisites for taking this Microsoft Project Certification Course.

Are there any exams included in this Microsoft Project Training Course?

No, delegates do not need to take an exam to obtain this Microsoft Project Certification.

What is the duration of the Microsoft Project Training Course?

The duration of this Microsoft Project Certification Course spans 1 day.

What are Microsoft Project views?

Microsoft Project offers views like Gantt Chart, Task Sheet, Resource Sheet, Network Diagram, Calendar, and Timeline. These views help users visualize tasks, dependencies, resources, and project timelines, enhancing project planning, tracking, and communication.

What are the career opportunities available after acquiring the Microsoft Project Certification?

After completing this Microsoft Project Course, you can pursue roles such as Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Scheduler, Planner, and other roles in project management across various industries such as IT, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.

What other Microsoft Courses does The Knowledge Academy provide?

Apart from this Microsoft Project Certification Course, The Knowledge Academy provides a wide range of Microsoft Courses, including Microsoft Azure Training, Microsoft Office Training, Microsoft SQL Server Training and Microsoft 365 Training.

What is the cost/training fees for Microsoft Project Training Course certification in Houston?

The training fees for Microsoft Project Training Course certification in Houston starts from $1295

Which is the best training institute/provider of Microsoft Project Training Course in Houston?

The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for Microsoft Project Training Course.

What are the best Microsoft Project Training courses in Houston?

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Microsoft Project is a software product that can be used in project management to assist the organisation of the project. The program allows users to use a specific set of tools to understand and monitor project schedules and budgets, present project data, and organise resources and workforce.

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Resources are included for a comprehensive learning experience.

"Really good course and well organised. Trainer was great with a sense of humour - his experience allowed a free flowing course, structured to help you gain as much information & relevant experience whilst helping prepare you for the exam"

Joshua Davies, Thames Water