Microsoft Project

Introduction

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Course Details

Course Name

Introduction to Microsoft Project

Duration

0.5 Day

Course Code

AFBIMPRJ

Assumed Knowledge

None

Course Aims

This course will teach you how to use Microsoft Project, project management software, to create, track, and manage project plans. You will learn how to set up and modify project settings, calendars, and resources, enter and organize tasks, durations, dependencies, and milestones, and use the Project interface to view, filter, sort, and print project information. You will also explore some new features and enhancements of Project apply some useful hints, tips, and best practices for project management, and use keyboard shortcuts to perform common actions in Project.

What You Will Learn

On this course you will learn the basics of Microsoft Project, that will help you plan, track, and manage your projects. You will learn how to create and update a project plan, use some new features of Microsoft Project, apply some hints, tips, and best practices, and use some keyboard shortcuts. The course consists of three modules, each covering a different aspect of Microsoft Project.

Skills

  • Learn how to create, manage, and track project plans using Microsoft Project, a powerful project management software.
  • Gain practical skills in setting up project tasks, dependencies, resources, costs, and deadlines.
  • Explore how to monitor project progress, generate reports, and communicate with stakeholders using Microsoft Project.

Who This Is For

This course is for beginners who want to learn how to use the project management software to plan, manage, and report on their own projects. The target audience are people who have little or no experience with Microsoft Project, work in a project-based environment, have basic computer and Microsoft Office skills, and have access to the software. The target audience may include project managers, team members, sponsors, stakeholders, business analysts, consultants, engineers, technicians, teachers, trainers, students, and learners.

Course Content

Getting to know Project

  • Topic A

    Introduction to Project

  • Topic B

    The Project Interface

Exploring Project

  • Topic A

    Creating a Project Plan

  • Topic B

    Tracking a Project Plan

Making the most of Project

  • Topic A

    New Features

  • Topic B

    Hints, Tips & Best Practices

  • Topic C

    Keyboard Shortcuts

Course Progression

If you want to help your team succeed and deliver high-quality results using Microsoft Project, this course is for you. In this course, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft Project to create and manage your team’s projects and tasks, from start to finish. You’ll learn how to use the app’s tools and features to define your project scope, schedule, budget, and resources, monitor and control your project progress and performance, and communicate and collaborate with your team and stakeholders. You’ll learn from our expert instructors who have used Microsoft Project for various scenarios, such as launching a new product, organizing an event, or developing a software application. They’ll guide you through the app’s functionalities and best practices and help you apply them to your own context and goals. You’ll also get to practice your skills in engaging activities and assessments and get feedback and assistance from our instructors and peers.

Whether you’re new to Microsoft Project or want to enhance your existing skills, we have a course that matches your level and interests. Our courses are flexible, interactive, and relevant to your situation and industry. Join us today and discover how Microsoft Project can help you manage your team’s projects and tasks effectively and efficiently. Here are some of the courses we offer:

Microsoft Project Introduction

0.5 Day

Microsoft Project Essentials

1 Day

Microsoft Project Intermediate

1 Day

Microsoft Project Advanced

1 Day

Microsoft Project For the Web

1 Day

Microsoft Project Masterclass

4 Days

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