Course Outline
Introduction to Project Management and Microsoft Project
- Project management principles and terminology
- Overview of Microsoft Project Online features and interface
- Integration with Microsoft 365
Project Creation and Setup
- Creating a new project
- Configuring project calendars, start dates, and settings
- Defining key project properties
Task Definition and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Creating and organizing tasks
- Using summary tasks and subtasks to define WBS
- Establishing task dependencies
Resource and Cost Allocation
- Defining resource types (work, material, cost)
- Assigning resources to tasks
- Setting and tracking costs
Activity Scheduling and Tracking
- Working with Gantt charts and views
- Using constraints and deadlines
- Tracking task progress and updates
Schedule and Baseline Management
- Setting and managing baselines
- Comparing actual vs. planned progress
- Making schedule adjustments
Report Generation and Progress Analysis
- Creating custom reports
- Visualizing data with charts and dashboards
- Analyzing performance and project health
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Familiarity with basic project management concepts
- Experience using Microsoft Office tools
- Access to a Microsoft Project Online account
Audience
- Project managers
- Team leaders and PMO professionals
- Stakeholders responsible for project delivery
Delivery Options
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