Virtual Microsoft Project Bootcamp
- Start: Dec 04, 2023 8:00 AM EST
- End: Dec 06, 2023 4:00 PM EST
- Cost: $1,995.00
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Event description
Join us for a comprehensive 3-day training program on Project Management and Microsoft Project, designed for beginners with no prior experience. Whether you are starting your career in project management or seeking to enhance your skills, this training will provide you with the necessary tools and knowledge to become a proficient project manager and master Microsoft Project. **Day 1: Introduction to Project Management Fundamentals (8 hours)** On the first day, we will delve into the fundamentals of project management, providing you with a solid foundation to kickstart your journey. Topics covered include the project life cycle, key project management principles. Through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, you will gain a thorough understanding of project management concepts. You will be introduced to the powerful project management software, Microsoft Project. Starting with a tour of the interface, you will learn how to create and define tasks, durations, and assign dependencies in your project plan. **Day 2: Microsoft Project Basics and Beyond (8 hours)** Day 2 will be dedicated to gaining practice with the tool by adding resources, using resource pools, applying resource leveling techniques, and establishing baselines. You will also discover how to track project progress, analyze data, and generate reports using Microsoft Project. Hands-on exercises and practical examples will ensure that you gain a solid grasp of the software's capabilities. **Day 3: Advanced Microsoft Project Techniques and Project Execution (8 hours)** On the final day, we will dive deeper into advanced Microsoft Project techniques to optimize your project management skills, including the use of Project Online. Topics covered include customizing views, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. You will also gain insights into effective project execution strategies, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Through interactive workshops and simulations, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills, thus solidifying your learning. By the end of this intensive 3-day training, you will have acquired the necessary skills and confidence to effectively manage projects using the principles of project management and Microsoft Project. You will be equipped with a comprehensive toolkit to plan, execute, track, and communicate project progress, thus positioning yourself as a valuable asset in any project team. Don't miss this opportunity to become a proficient project manager and master the widely used Microsoft Project software. Register now and unlock your potential for success!
Prerequisites
None.
System Requirements
- To run the labs and follow the demos, you m ust have Microsoft Project Desktop installed: [Install Project
- Microsoft Support](https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/install-project-7059249b-d9fe-4d61-ab96-5c5bf435f281) Project Professional 2016, OR Project Professional 2019, OR Project Online Desktop Client (subscription version included with Project Online Professional and Project Online Premium licenses) For day 3 you must have access to Project Online. Project Online is supported to work with the following web browsers: Internet Explorer: The most current or immediately previous version. Microsoft Edge: The most current version. Safari, Chrome, or Firefox: The most current version.
Course Outline:
- Class Introduction
- Understanding the Project Ecosystem
- How the Project Tools Fit Together
- Choosing the right tool for you
- Short Course on Project Management
- Key-concepts Overview
- Tasks Best Practices
- Creating Tasks
- Creating Summary Tasks
- Work Breakdown Structure
- Adding Notes to Tasks
- Setting up Task Relationships
- The Critical Path
- Project Calendar
- Project Constraints
- Project Management Triangle
- The Scheduling Formula
- Resources
- Resource Types
- Assigning Resources to Tasks
- Resource Calendars
- Overallocation
- Resource Leveling
- Change Management
- Tracking Actuals
- Setting Baselines
- Status Report
- Variance
- Costs
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Master Project and Sub-projects
- Resource Pools
- Working with Project Templates
- Creating Reports in Project
- Editing existing Reports
- Creating Custom Reports
- Connecting to Power BI
- Sharing Projects
- Format and Print Views
- Project Online
- Risk Management
- Resource Management
- Timesheets
- Portfolio Analysis
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