Course Outline
Introduction to Project Management and Microsoft Project
- Core principles and terminology of project management
- Overview of Microsoft Project Online’s interface and capabilities
- Integration workflows with Microsoft 365
Project Creation and Configuration
- Initializing a new project
- Setting up calendars, start dates, and global settings
- Defining essential project attributes
Task Definition and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Creating and organizing task lists
- Structuring WBS using summary tasks and subtasks
- Establishing logical task dependencies
Resource and Cost Allocation
- Defining different resource types (work, material, cost)
- Assigning specific resources to individual tasks
- Configuring and monitoring cost parameters
Activity Scheduling and Tracking
- Utilizing Gantt charts and various views
- Applying constraints and deadlines
- Updating and tracking task status
Schedule and Baseline Management
- Setting and maintaining project baselines
- Benchmarking actual performance against planned progress
- Making necessary schedule adjustments
Report Generation and Progress Analysis
- Designing custom reports
- Visualizing data through charts and dashboards
- Analyzing overall performance and project health
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Understanding of fundamental project management principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Active access to a Microsoft Project Online account
Target Audience
- Project managers
- Team leads and PMO specialists
- Stakeholders involved in project delivery
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
