Microsoft Project Level 2

Course Prerequisite(s)

Please note that this course has the following prerequisites which must be completed before it can be accessed
Microsoft Project Level 1

About Course

Advanced Microsoft Project: Level 2 is a comprehensive 15-hour course designed to deepen participants’ understanding and proficiency in using Microsoft Project for project management. Building upon the foundational skills covered in Level 1, this course delves into advanced project planning, tracking, and reporting techniques, as well as explores more complex features and functionalities of Microsoft Project. Through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and real-world case studies, participants will learn how to optimize project schedules, manage resources efficiently, track progress effectively, and generate insightful reports for stakeholders.

Develop advanced project planning and scheduling skills using Microsoft Project.
Learn how to manage project resources, including assigning tasks, leveling resources, and resolving resource conflicts.
Explore advanced tracking and monitoring techniques to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.
Understand how to analyze project data, identify trends, and generate meaningful reports for stakeholders.
Master advanced features and functionalities of Microsoft Project for increased productivity and efficiency.
Gain practical experience through hands-on exercises, simulations, and real-world project scenarios.

Course Content

Review of Project Basics
Overview of project management concepts and Microsoft Project interface Review of basic project planning and scheduling techniques covered in Level 1

Advanced Project Planning Techniques
Creating and managing project calendars, including multiple calendars and exceptions Defining project milestones, deadlines, and constraints Exploring advanced scheduling options, such as task dependencies and constraints

Resource Management
Adding and assigning resources to tasks in Microsoft Project Leveling resources to resolve overallocations and resource conflicts Analyzing resource utilization and optimizing resource assignments

Advanced Task Management
Customizing task types, durations, and constraints for accurate scheduling Using task calendars and recurring tasks for repetitive activities Implementing task deadlines, critical paths, and task deadlines

Tracking and Monitoring Progress
Setting baselines and tracking progress against the baseline Updating project status and tracking actuals versus planned Analyzing variances and taking corrective actions to keep the project on track

Advanced Reporting and Analysis
Generating advanced reports and dashboards in Microsoft Project Analyzing project data, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions Customizing reports and visualizations to meet stakeholders' needs

Customization and Automation
Customizing project views, tables, and filters for improved visibility and analysis Automating repetitive tasks and processes using macros and custom fields Exploring advanced customization options and add-ins for Microsoft Project

Collaboration and Integration
Collaborating with team members and stakeholders using Microsoft Project Server or Project Online Integrating Microsoft Project with other project management tools and software Managing project documents, communication, and workflow within Microsoft Project

Course Prerequisite(s)

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

Review of Project Basics Overview of project management concepts and Microsoft Project interface Review of basic project planning and scheduling techniques covered in Level 1

Advanced Project Planning Techniques Creating and managing project calendars, including multiple calendars and exceptions Defining project milestones, deadlines, and constraints Exploring advanced scheduling options, such as task dependencies and constraints

Resource Management Adding and assigning resources to tasks in Microsoft Project Leveling resources to resolve overallocations and resource conflicts Analyzing resource utilization and optimizing resource assignments

Advanced Task Management Customizing task types, durations, and constraints for accurate scheduling Using task calendars and recurring tasks for repetitive activities Implementing task deadlines, critical paths, and task deadlines

Tracking and Monitoring Progress Setting baselines and tracking progress against the baseline Updating project status and tracking actuals versus planned Analyzing variances and taking corrective actions to keep the project on track

Advanced Reporting and Analysis Generating advanced reports and dashboards in Microsoft Project Analyzing project data, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions Customizing reports and visualizations to meet stakeholders' needs

Customization and Automation Customizing project views, tables, and filters for improved visibility and analysis Automating repetitive tasks and processes using macros and custom fields Exploring advanced customization options and add-ins for Microsoft Project

Collaboration and Integration Collaborating with team members and stakeholders using Microsoft Project Server or Project Online Integrating Microsoft Project with other project management tools and software Managing project documents, communication, and workflow within Microsoft Project