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Working Sm@rt with Microsoft Project

Bring Project Management Breakthroughs execution plans to life with MS Project™.Unique Program Features

Participants are finally able to apply the powerful features of MS Project™ to an Execution Plan that is flawless in its logic.

  • Working Smart with Microsoft Project™ concentrates on inputting execution plans using the primary features of MS Project™
  • Two realistic case studies allow you to follow a step-by-step approach to dealing with a multiple project environment.
  • Working Smart with Microsoft Project™ is the only project management software-training program that follows the basic advice of the MS Project™ user manual; ie. “develop the logic of the execution plan before using the software.”

Program Objectives

  • Effectively and accurately transfer Project Management Breakthroughs execution plans into MS Project ™ software.
  • Use MS Project ™ software to more effectively manage the execution of projects, including tracking, reporting and handling changes.
  • Explore with more confidence the many opportunities to customize MS Project ™ software for your own requirements.
  • Grasp the importance and relevance of the emergence of “E-PROJECT MANAGEMENT”

Prerequisites

  • A sound working knowledge of the Windows operating system.
  • Participant must have completed Project Management Breakthroughs prior to taking this program to ensure an understanding of:
    • PERT (Program Evaluation & Review Technique)
    • CPM (Critical Path Method)
    • Dependency Charts (Network or Precedence Diagrams) including Finish-Start and Start-Start links
    • Gantt or bar charts
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Project would be a benefit.

Working Smart with Microsoft Project™ Course Outline

  1. Align Option Defaults.
  2. Setup – create a unique data entry format to support the PMB methods.
  3. Establish A Master Project List – a fundamental requirement for managing multiple projects.
  4. Data Input Process – From Dependency chart to Keyboard
    A process to ensure accurate data entry.
  5. External Dependencies – a critical element for managing multiple projects.
  6. Project; New Product Launch – A real-world case study, including complex dependencies & resources.
  7. Project; Trade Show – Case  study demonstrating external dependencies.
  8. Introduction to Reports – An examination of both standard and custom reports.
  9. Resource Conflict Resolution – Solving the challenge of leveling resources across multiple projects.
  10. Keeping Track of Progress – A close look at the methods for tracking and updating project data.
  11. Workgroup Features – Connecting MS Project to MS Outlook.

Investment for Public Workshop 

$495 per person.



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