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Microsoft Project Training

Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Online Self-paced (8 hours)

Microsoft Project Masterclass 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 Masterclass?

The Microsoft Project Masterclass 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 Masterclass

There are no formal prerequisites for this Microsoft Project Masterclass.

Microsoft Project Masterclass Overview

In today's dynamic business landscape, effective Project Management is crucial for success. Microsoft Project is a powerful software used in Project Management, enabling users to efficiently organise project schedules, budgets, resources, and workforce, all in one place. This 1-day Microsoft Project Training Course by the Knowledge Academy introduces delegates to this invaluable tool, emphasising its relevance in modern Project Management.

To professionals 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 training 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. The course covers topics like working with constraints, adding stages to the timeline, assigning part-time resources, rescheduling tasks, and basic data highlighting.

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, 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 Masterclass 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 developed by Microsoft. It is designed to help Project Managers plan, manage, and track projects, including tasks, resources, timelines, and budgets. Pursuing Microsoft Project Courses, especially the ones provided by The Knowledge Academy, can prove beneficial for those who wish to improve their understanding of the subject.
Microsoft Project helps in Project Management by assisting in various key areas, including project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, task tracking, budget management, and reporting. It helps Project Managers effectively plan, execute, and monitor projects, ensuring they stay on track and within scope.
The benefits of taking these Microsoft Project Courses include gaining a deeper understanding of the software, improving your Project Management skills, enhancing your ability to plan and execute projects, and increasing your marketability in industries that rely on Project Management tools like Microsoft Project.
There are no formal prerequisites for attending a Microsoft Project Course. However, it is important that candidates have prior experience with a computer and Windows 10 to ensure that the content of the course is fully understood.
There are no exams included in this training. Completion of the course will be based on participation.
The amount of time it takes to learn the course depends on a number of factors, including your prior experience with Project Management Software, your familiarity with Microsoft Office, and your learning style. The Knowledge Academy’s Microsoft Project Training spans for 1-day and provides a great head start to be proficient n Microsoft Project.
Yes, learning Microsoft Project is definitely worth it. It equips you with valuable Project Management skills, enhances your career prospects, and allows you to efficiently plan and manage projects, making you a more valuable asset to your organisation or as an individual Project Manager.
Acquiring Microsoft Project skills opens a range of employment opportunities in Project Management and related fields. You can pursue roles such as Project Manager, Programme Manager, Project Coordinator, Scheduler, or even work in industries like construction, IT, engineering, healthcare, and more, where Project Management plays a crucial role.
In this Microsoft Project Course, delegates will learn essential skills such as project planning, scheduling, resource management, task tracking, budgeting, and reporting using the Microsoft Project software. These skills are valuable for effective Project Management and can enhance your career opportunities in various industries.
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for Microsoft Project Training.
The price for Microsoft Project Training certification in the United Kingdom starts from £995.

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