Project - Part 1
Drowning in spreadsheets, missed deadlines, and scope creep? Time to take control. This hands-on course introduces the essential tools and features of Microsoft Project. You’ll learn to create structured project plans, link tasks, manage schedules, and allocate resources. Designed for beginners, this training provides a strong foundation for delivering well-organized, trackable plans that can be reviewed and approved by key stakeholders.
Description
Getting Started with Microsoft Project
- Navigate the Microsoft Project environment
Defining a Project
- Create a new project plan
- Set scheduling options
- Assign a project calendar
Adding Project Tasks
- Add and organize tasks
- Estimate task durations
Managing Tasks
- Create a work breakdown structure
- Set task dependencies
- Schedule task execution
Managing Project Resources
- Add and assign project resources
- Enter costs and resolve conflicts
- Create and use resource calendars
Finalizing a Project Plan
- Optimize the project schedule
- Set baselines
Microsoft Copilot Chat in Action
- What Is Microsoft Copilot Chat?
- The Magic Prompt Formula
- Work Smarter with AI
Prerequisites
Basic computer literacy Basic PC operating system navigation skills Basic Internet usage skills Basic IP address knowledge
Objectives
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to construct a basic project plan using Microsoft Project’s essential features. You will: Understand core project management concepts Create a new project plan and define scheduling options Add tasks, durations, and relationships Allocate and manage resources effectively Finalize your project plan for stakeholder approval