This course will introduce you to the basic features and functions of Microsoft Project, helping you use it effectively in real-life situations. You will gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to create a project plan during the planning phase. In simple terms, if your supervisor assigns you to manage a project, this course will teach you how to draft a project plan and share it with your supervisor (and others) for feedback and approval. Note: This course is suitable for anyone using the desktop version of Microsoft Project, whether it’s the “on-premise” or “cloud-based” edition. Since most project managers and team members use the desktop application, this will be the main focus of the course. The online app’s features are covered in a separate appendix.
Course dates and course fee may be subjected to changes.
Course Outline
Lesson 1: Getting Started With Microsoft Project
- Identify Project Management Concepts
- Navigate in the Microsoft Project Desktop Environment
Lesson 2: Defining A Project
- Create a New Project Plan File
- Set Project Plan Options
- Assign a Project Calendar
Lesson 3: Adding Project Tasks
- Add Tasks to a Project Plan
- Enter Task Duration Estimates
Lesson 4: Managing Tasks
- Create a Work Breakdown Structure
- Define Task Relationships
- Schedule Tasks
Lesson 5: Managing Project Resources
- Add Resources to a Project
- Create a Resource Calendar
- Enter Costs for Resources
- Assign Resources to Tasks
- Resolve Resource Conflicts
Lesson 6: Finalizing A Project Plan
- Optimize a Project Plan
- Set a Baseline
- Share a Project Plan
