Course Outline
Foundations of Project Management and Microsoft Project
- Core project management principles and key terminology
- Exploring the capabilities and user interface of Microsoft Project Online
- Seamless integration within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
Initiating Project Setup
- Establishing a new project workspace
- Setting up project calendars, start dates, and global configurations
- Defining essential project attributes
Task Management and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Formulating and arranging project tasks
- Utilizing summary tasks and subtasks to build a clear WBS
- Identifying and linking task dependencies
Allocating Resources and Managing Costs
- Differentiating resource categories (work, material, and cost)
- Mapping resources to specific tasks
- Implementing cost controls and tracking mechanisms
Scheduling Activities and Monitoring Progress
- Utilizing Gantt charts and various viewing perspectives
- Applying constraints and setting deadlines
- Monitoring task status and recording updates
Managing Schedules and Baselines
- Establishing and adjusting project baselines
- Comparing actual performance against planned milestones
- Refining schedules to maintain alignment
Generating Reports and Analyzing Performance
- Developing customized reporting solutions
- Visualizing insights through charts and dashboards
- Evaluating overall project health and efficiency
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of core project management principles
- Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications
- Valid 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
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