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
 14 Hours

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