Course code: 2E2MS1 - call 0845 071 2801
Overview
Course duration: 2 days.
Microsoft Project is widely recognised as the software to use to manage and control your projects. This two day introductory course provides an introduction on how to use it to create and manage a project plan.
This course is available in 2000, 2003 and 2007 versions. We also offer a fast-track programme covering level 1.
What will it cover?
Define Microsoft Project Default Settings
- Understanding default settings
- Working with AutoSave
- Smart tags
Build and Edit a Project Plan
- Building and editing a project
- Estimating task durations
- Structuring projects
- Task grouping
- Managing deadlines
Create and Assign Resources
- Fundamentals of multi-project management
- Creating and assigning resources including materials
Track Actual Progress
- Managing and updating actuals
- Overview of filters, views and reports
- Printing
Manage Project Costs
- Managing project costs
- Defining multiple resource rates and assigning fixed costs to tasks
Resolve Over-allocations
- Fundamentals of resolving over-allocations
- Managing and updating actuals