Course Outline
Introduction to Project Management and Microsoft Project
- Foundational principles and standard terminology for project management
- Functional overview of Microsoft Project Online capabilities and user interface
- Integration protocols with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
Initiating and Configuring Projects
- Procedures for establishing new project files
- Configuring work calendars, initial start dates, and system settings
- Defining essential project attributes
Task Definition and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Methods for creating and organizing task lists
- Utilizing summary tasks and subtasks to establish a hierarchical WBS
- Configuring logical task dependencies
Resource and Cost Allocation
- Identifying resource categories (work, material, and cost resources)
- Assigning personnel and materials to specific tasks
- Implementing cost calculations and monitoring expenditures
Scheduling Activities and Monitoring Progress
- Navigating Gantt charts and alternative project views
- Applying task constraints and deadline markers
- Recording task status updates and tracking advancement
Managing Schedules and Baselines
- Establishing and maintaining schedule baselines
- Evaluating variances between actual performance and planned objectives
- Executing necessary schedule adjustments
Generating Reports and Analyzing Progress
- Developing customized reporting outputs for government stakeholders
- Visualizing project data through charts and executive dashboards
- Assessing operational performance and overall project health
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Understanding of fundamental project management principles
- Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office applications
- Availability of a Microsoft Project Online subscription
Target Audience
- Project managers
- Team supervisors and Program Management Office personnel
- Officials charged with overseeing project outcomes for government initiatives
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
