Microsoft Project ALL: BEGINNER to EXPERT 10 Projects 9 PDU Course Syllabus

Overview: This comprehensive course is designed to take learners from beginner to expert in Microsoft Project through hands-on practice and real-world project simulations. With approximately 6 hours of structured content across six modules, students will gain proficiency in project planning, scheduling, resource and cost management, progress tracking, and reporting. The course includes practical exercises and projects to reinforce learning, ensuring readiness for real project management challenges. Lifetime access allows for self-paced study and review.

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Project

Estimated time: 1 hours

• Overview of Microsoft Project interface and basic functionalities
• Creating and saving a new project
• Understanding project properties and settings

Module 2: Task Management

Estimated time: 1.5 hours

• Creating tasks and defining task durations
• Setting task dependencies and constraints
• Organizing tasks using summary tasks and milestones

Module 3: Resource Allocation

Estimated time: 1 hour

• Adding and managing resources (work, material, cost)
• Assigning resources to tasks
• Managing resource calendars and analyzing resource usage
• Leveling resources to resolve overallocations

Module 4: Scheduling and Tracking Progress

Estimated time: 1.5 hours

• Setting project start and finish dates
• Tracking task progress and updating project status
• Using the Gantt chart to visualize project timelines

Module 5: Cost Management

Estimated time: 1 hour

• Assigning costs to resources and tasks
• Analyzing project costs and variances
• Creating cost reports and forecasts

Module 6: Reporting and Analysis

Estimated time: 1 hour

• Generating built-in project reports for progress tracking
• Creating custom reports for resource allocation, costs, and schedules
• Analyzing project data using built-in visualizations and dashboards

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with basic computer operations
• Basic understanding of project management concepts
• Access to Microsoft Project software (any recent version)

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Master the fundamentals of Microsoft Project including task creation and scheduling
• Manage project timelines using Gantt charts and customize views
• Assign resources, track progress, and manage project costs effectively
• Create and manage project baselines, milestones, and dependencies
• Generate reports and dashboards for project tracking and analysis