Microsoft Project Pro: Effective Project Planning and Management

• Basic understanding of project management concepts
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• General knowledge of scheduling and resource management

Audience

• Project managers
• Business analysts
• Team leads and coordinators

Microsoft Project Pro is a powerful project management tool that enables teams to plan, track, and manage projects efficiently.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level project managers, business analysts, and team leads who wish to leverage Microsoft Project Pro for task scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create and manage project plans using Microsoft Project Pro.
• Schedule tasks, allocate resources, and manage dependencies.
• Track project progress, costs, and risks effectively.
• Generate reports and share project data with stakeholders.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Microsoft Project Pro

• Overview of project management concepts
• Introduction to Microsoft Project Pro interface
• Creating a new project and setting project properties

Task and Schedule Management

• Defining tasks and dependencies
• Setting milestones and constraints
• Working with the Gantt chart view

Resource Allocation and Cost Management

• Assigning resources to tasks
• Managing resource availability and workload
• Tracking costs and budget planning

Tracking Project Progress

• Monitoring project timelines and performance
• Using baselines to compare planned vs. actual progress
• Identifying project risks and resolving delays

Generating Reports and Sharing Project Data

• Creating visual reports and dashboards
• Exporting project data to Excel and PowerPoint
• Collaborating with teams and stakeholders

Advanced Features and Customization

• Using macros for automation
• Customizing views, fields, and reports
• Integrating Microsoft Project with other tools

Summary and Next Steps