Course Outline
Foundations of Project Management and Microsoft Project
- Core project management concepts and key terminology
- Introduction to Microsoft Project Online capabilities and user interface
- Seamless integration with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
Project Initiation and Configuration
- Setting up a new project
- Adjusting project calendars, commencement dates, and global settings
- Establishing essential project parameters
Task Structuring and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Creating and organizing individual tasks
- Utilizing summary tasks and subtasks to build a WBS
- Defining logical task dependencies
Resource and Cost Management
- Identifying resource categories (work, material, cost)
- Distributing resources to specific tasks
- Configuring and monitoring associated costs
Timeline Scheduling and Monitoring
- Interpreting Gantt charts and various viewing options
- Applying constraints and setting deadlines
- Recording task updates and progress
Baseline and Schedule Control
- Setting up and managing project baselines
- Evaluating actual performance against planned objectives
- Implementing necessary schedule modifications
Reporting and Performance Insights
- Developing custom reporting views
- Presenting data through charts and dashboards
- Assessing overall project health and performance metrics
Recap and Future Directions
Requirements
- Understanding of fundamental project management principles
- Practical experience with Microsoft Office applications
- Active access to a Microsoft Project Online account
Intended Audience
- Project managers
- Team leaders and PMO specialists
- Stakeholders accountable for project execution
Testimonials (3)
I gained a better understanding of how to create and manage project schedules using Microsoft Project, including task dependencies, milestones, and baselines. I also learned practical techniques for resource allocation, progress tracking, reporting, and Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis to improve project planning and monitoring.
Vincent Raygie Maneja - Infinitecare Technology Solutions Inc.
Course - Microsoft Project Pro: Effective Project Planning and Management
Pemahaman terhadap konsep dari schedule dan cost planning
R. Galih Gumilar Thessa - Ciputra Group
Course - Mastering Project Management with Microsoft Project
Exercises in MS Project
