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Microsoft Project Fundamentals

Name: Microsoft Project Fundamentals
Price: 295 EUR

Mastering Microsoft Project (MS) can be difficult, but doing so gives you access to powerful tools that can help you manage projects far more effectively.

This course uses practical exercises to help you learn how to use MS Project to apply fundamental project planning principles and best practices.

Master Microsoft Project to improve productivity, efficiency and skill set.

Certificate of Completion, 7 PDUs

7 Hours

$ 450

Daytime, On Demand

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How fast can you learn Microsoft Project?

Microsoft Project (MS Project) is robust project management software used for scheduling, resource management, and expense tracking. However, using it without prior knowledge can be daunting.

Our one-day workshop provides hands-on experience and examples to guide you through MS Project’s core elements and features. You’ll quickly learn how to customise and schedule tasks and resources, refine projects through careful planning, identify the critical path, track project progress, generate customised reports, and utilise a range of other features.

Focused on experiential learning, this concise course will teach you how to effectively initiate and manage a project, from its inception to its completion, directly on your computer. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to fully utilise the potential of MS Project and feel confident in efficiently overseeing projects using this industry-standard tool.

Globally Recognised Credentials

Learning Outcomes and Content

This course employs hands-on exercises to provide you with rapid, practical, and comprehensive knowledge of the robust features of MS Project. You will learn how to customize calendars, create project plans, allocate resources, establish baselines, and monitor project progress effectively.

For further details about the course, feel free to download the brochure provided below.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Plan, monitor, and communicate a project plan using Microsoft Project.
Define and outline a project task list.
Create and modify tasks.
Manage resource allocation.
Set a baseline for a project.
Track the actual progress and budget on a project.
Configure and display reports and dashboards.

Course Modules

Project Management Overview

What is Project Management?
What is Microsoft Project?
Microsoft Project Interface
Creating Custom Fields
Automatic and Manual Scheduling
Customise Option Settings

Project Planning

Set Up Project Information
Create and Modify a Project Task Structure
Task Information – Constraints
Enter and Edit Resource Information
Create and Edit Resource Assignments
Manage Resource Allocation
Fixed Work, Fixed Units, Fixed Durations
Create a User Controlled Schedule
Dependencies
Project Costs
Entering Durations
Display Critical Path Information

Project Monitoring

Baselining
Project Tracking

Project Communication

Share Timeline with other Applications
Configure and display Reports and Dashboards
Printing Reports

Prerequistes

No previous experience with Microsoft Projects is required. However, it is advisable to:

I have used some Microsoft software on a Windows-based computer.
Be familiar with basic mouse and trackpad functions.
Download Microsoft Project 2019 and install the application before starting the course. MS Project 2016 and previous versions, including Project 2000, 2002, 2007, 2010, and 2013 are also acceptable.
Have some basic understanding of project management fundamentals.

Why do a Microsoft Project course?

Completing this training will help you quickly become proficient in MS Project to help you stand out in the digital business landscape. Mastering this software package allows you:

Gain a competitive edge.
Automate project management processes.
Please keep track of tasks, schedules and budgets and see them against the backdrop of the entire project.
Plan and delegate work against workflows and calendars.
Assign and collaborate on tasks and documents
Integrate easily with other Microsoft tools.

This course is ideal for...

Project managers, project teams, and other professionals who utilise this tool.
Professionals are involved in projects regularly, irrespective of their job title and industry sector.
Individuals seeking to learn or enhance their understanding of Microsoft Project usage.

Uncertain if this course suits you? Schedule a Call to converse with an educational adviser.

Why IPM?

Reputation & History

Project Management Expertise

Why Choose This Course?

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Reputation & History

Established in 1989 as a preeminent professional organisation dedicated to the project management discipline.
Trained over 40,000 Professionals and Certified over 6,000 Project Managers.
Partnering with IPMA®, PMI®, and Prince2®.
Worked with over 500 different corporations.
Globally recognised IPM certification body.

Project Management Expertise

Unlike other organisations, which offer different training programs across many functional areas, the Institute is a specialist organisation dealing solely with the disciplines of project, program, and portfolio management.

Our graduates are instructed by a world-class faculty of international subject-matter experts ranging from Project Directors to former Heads of PM Certification Authorities. Focusing solely on project management guarantees exceptional instruction and learning opportunities.

Why Choose This Course?

This course gives you a competitive edge by teaching you one of the most popular and comprehensive schedule management tools in the marketplace.
Our faculty of handpicked international experts will provide you with a variety of perspectives.
You will join a large and growing cohort of IPM Alumni.
The programme is practical and pulls from internationally respected methodologies.

Globally Positioned

IPM is uniquely partnered with the world’s leading project management certification bodies: IPMA (Member Association & Certification Body), PMI (Authorised Training Partner), and PRINCE2® (Accredited Training Organisation).

We have also partnered with Ireland’s second largest University, Technological University (TU) Dublin, meaning we can offer Bachelor & Master’s levels programmes. This affiliation links us to the European University of Technology (EUt+).

360° Learning Partner

Join our rapidly growing project management community of 25,000+ followers on LinkedIn.
Membership, Mentoring and Events – to network and advance your career.
Volunteering – Gain new project experience for your CV while helping the project management community.
Platform for your voice – Submit an article to our blog and showcase your writing.
Industry updates – Get the latest PM news and insights from global experts.

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David Walsh

Mechanical Engineer at Colas Teoranta

April 7th

From my first day to the end, I found the whole experience very worthwhile and thoroughly enjoyed it. I found the course content in Project Management very relevant to my role as an engineer, and would recommend it to anyone!

Ciara Buckley

Senior Client Services Manager at Novartis

July 6th

I would highly recommend this course as a beneficial asset to your CV. The lectures and material are excellent and it was a pleasure to attend on a weekly basis.

Brian Edward O'Connell

Senior Consultant at KPC International Limited

May 12th

The Institute of Project Management has given me two fantastic courses in Project Management. I highly recommend them for any further education in Project Management.

Fiona O Keeffe

Marketing Manager - GitLab

Sept 6th

I have been very impressed with the quality and delivery of this course. It's intense but very interesting and I have enjoyed it. I would recommend this education provider.

Niall Gilligan

Project Manager - Munich Re Automation Solutions Ltd

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Fantastic courses provided by a diverse team who specialize in different aspects to Project Management. It gave me confidence to move forward in my career as a project manager and have recently recertified they are an organization I trust.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I know that this course is right for me?

We’re always happy to guide you in the right direction and offer advice on the project management training and certification most suitable to your needs. Not sure if this course is for you? Schedule a call to speak with an educational adviser.

Do I need project management experience to attend this course?

No. You probably are aware of some common project management terminology, even if you are not currently a Project Manager. This MS Project course is suitable for any professional who wants to learn how to use this software package to its full potential.

What version of the software is taught?

The Microsoft Project course is based on Project 2019 which is essentially the same as Project 2016. Previous versions of Microsoft Project (including Project 2000, 2002, 2007, 2010, and 2013) are also acceptable.

Please note:

You CANNOT use Project on the Web with this course because the web-based version does not have the functionality taught in this course.
You CAN use Project Online, but ONLY if you are subscribing to Project Plan 3, or Project Plan 5. Subscriptions to Project plan 1 are like ‘Project on the web’ and not suitable.

Can I use ‘Project on the Web’?

No. The Web-based version does not have the functionality taught in this course.

Can I use ‘Project Online?

Yes, but only if you are subscribing to Project Plan 3, or Project Plan 5. Subscriptions to Project plan 1 are like ‘Project on the web’ and not suitable.

Will this MS Project show me how to develop a Gantt Chart?

The Gantt Chart view is the most commonly used view, and this course explains its use in detail.

What is included in the course fee?

The course fees include the access to all course materials on the Student Hub, live expert-led virtual classes, recordings and unlimited support from our Student Support team.

A subscription to MS Project is not included in the course fee.

What are the delivery formats available for this course?

This course is available in two formats:

Online. Classes run online over one day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Do not worry about missing an online class – a recording of each online class will be available for playback in the Student Hub for a limited period of time.
On-demand. Fit your learning into your own schedule, and learn at your own pace with this flexible online format.
Classroom. Choose classes on campus for in-person learning with industry-expert lecturers. Classes run at the National College of Ireland (Dublin). Please note the scheduling of classroom courses may have been affected by Covid-19.

Am I eligible for this course?

No previous experience of Microsoft Project is required. However, it is advisable to:

Have used some type of Microsoft software in the past on a Windows-based computer.
Be familiar with basic mouse and/or trackpad functions.
Download Microsoft Project application in advance of attending the course.
Have some basic understanding of project management fundamentals.

How long is the course?

The course runs for 1 day, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Will recordings be available if I miss a class?

A recording of each online class will be available for playback in the Student Hub for a limited period of time, so you do not need to worry about missing a class.

How will this course help with my career?

This course curriculum is designed by industry-experts to help you develop practical competences that are so valuable to hiring managers. Attending the PMO Essentials course you will give you knowledge about the best practices used in Project Management Offices. At the end of this training, you will be able to create a list of actions you can immediately apply to set up and manage a PMO in your organisation.