Overview

Want to streamline your projects and boost efficiency?

This course equips you with the skills to confidently plan and control projects, with or without assigned resources, using the powerful features of Microsoft Project 2013, 2016, 2019, and 365.

Get Up and Running Fast

I'll guide you through the intuitive Microsoft Project user interface. Learn how to quickly set up new projects, ensuring a solid foundation for your planning process.

Master Scheduling Like a Pro

Even without assigned resources, Microsoft Project empowers you to create detailed project schedules. This course breaks down the process step-by-step, teaching you to define tasks, establish dependencies, and visualize your project timeline.

Power of Views and Filters

Master the art of using filters in Microsoft Project to focus on specific aspects of your project. I'll show you how to customize views to display the information that matters most to you, keeping you on top of every detail.

Present with Confidence

Once your project plan is polished, you'll be ready to showcase it. Learn how to create professional layouts and reports in Microsoft Project, perfect for communicating your project vision to stakeholders. Need to keep a record of your progress? I'll cover the essential steps for creating baselines, allowing you to track changes and measure success.

Stay on Track, Even Without Resources

This course doesn't stop at scheduling. I'll equip you with the skills to effectively update your project plan, even when resources aren't yet assigned. This ensures your project stays on target and adapts to any changes that may arise.

Take Control with Resources

Ready to take your project management to the next level? This course dives deep into assigning roles and resources within Microsoft Project. Learn how to effectively match team members with tasks, optimize resource allocation, and ensure everyone has the tools they need to succeed.

Cost Management Made Easy

Managing project costs is critical. I'll show you how to leverage Microsoft Project's built-in features to track costs associated with assigned resources. This empowers you to make informed decisions and stay within budget.

Boost Your Efficiency with Powerful Tools

Microsoft Project offers a wealth of tools and utilities designed to streamline your project management process. I'll explore these valuable features, helping you identify the ones that best suit your needs and workflow.

By the end of this course, you'll be a confident Microsoft Project user, able to effectively plan, control, and deliver projects – with or without assigned resources.

Who this course is for

Project managers and schedulers who wish to learn how to use the software to schedule and control projects.
Programme Managers, Project Managers and Project Control staff evaluating the software against their organizational requirements.

Testimonials

Good pace, clear explanation with examples, and a summary at the end of the section ~ Carl
The instructor is very hands-on and knowledgeable ~ Albert B
Good and concise fundamentals ~ Keshav K
Practical and clear explanations ~ Paul J

What you'll learn

This course aims to teach students how to plan and control projects with and without resources.
Takes you up to an intermediate level.
Suitable for Microsoft Project 2013, 2016 and 2019.
Teaches you to update projects properly so the schedule will be accepted for the substantation of delay claims.

Requirements

Students should be working in a project environment and understand how projects are planned and controlled.
Students should have knowledge of the following subjects project management processes, how to plan a project including the development of a Work Breakdown Structure and experience in the use of PCs and an understanding of the operating system.