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Microsoft Project Training Course

Sacramento

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento, enabling users to efficiently organise project schedules, budgets, resources, and workforce, all in one place.

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

Why choose us

Our Sacramento 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.

Sacramento is situated near central valley at the joining of the Sacramento River and the American River, as well as it being the capital city of California it is also the sixth largest city within California and is home to around 485,199 people within 2014. Sacramento also has a metropolitan population of an estimated 2,414, 783 in 2010 therefore ranking it in third place as the largest metropolitan population within California. Sacramento is also the seat to the government of Sacramento County, and America’s most diverse city as of Harvard University civil rights project in 2002. There are a number of different types of schools, which are public, private or independent, the independent schools within Sacramento include the Waldorf School and the Sacramento Country Day School which was run by the California Association of Independent Schools as opposed to being one of the Roman Catholic Independent schools. The Public schools include Natomas Unified School District, Twin Rivers Unified School District, Sacramento City Unified School District and Elk Grove Unified School District. Some of the Universities within the city include Sacramento State (California State University, Sacramento) and University of California. Sacramento State University plays a big part in the education of students, as of 2004 they enrolled roughly 22,555 undergraduates within the eight colleges it operates. There is also a few universities with campuses in Sacramento which include the McGeroge School of law – University of Pacific, National University, Western Seminary and the University of San Francisco. All of the Universities offer students different types of courses and degrees some of which include graduate, undergraduate, bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees. Subjects can also differ depending on the institution with regards to public health sciences, administration, project management, business, sciences, law, counselling, education, mathematics, engineering, arts, sports and many more. Sacramento also consists of different schools which practise religion, these being an Islamic school the Masjid Annur, Christian schools such as the Sacramento Adventist Academy and the Capital Christian School as well as a Jewish school which is the Shalom School.

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Tailored learning experience

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

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What our customers are saying

Toba is good trainer, he tried to explain us all details behind MS Project. Definitely encouraged me to do more in MS Project in my future work.

Olga Sekulska

Attentive and responsive.

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very knowledgeable, helpful and patient

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Microsoft Project Training | Microsoft Project Courses in Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

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

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

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

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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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"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